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Did Devin Booker's Performance Propel Phoenix Suns Over New Orleans Pelicans?

The Phoenix Suns improved their record to 17-13 with a 115-108 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans, who now stand at 8-24. The game, held at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, saw the Suns outscore the Pelicans in three of the four quarters.


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First Quarter


The opening quarter set a competitive tone as both teams exchanged leads. The Suns managed to edge ahead by scoring 26 points compared to the Pelicans' 23. Devin Booker was instrumental early on, contributing significantly to his team's offensive efforts.


Second Quarter


In the second quarter, both teams continued their back-and-forth battle. The Valley added another 27 points while maintaining a slight lead over New Orleans, who scored 25 points during this period. Collin Gillespie's playmaking skills were evident as he provided crucial assists that kept Phoenix's momentum going.


Third Quarter


The third quarter saw an offensive surge from both sides with New Orleans scoring their highest of any quarter at 32 points. However, Phoenix matched this intensity by adding another 28 points to their tally. Dillon Brooks played a key role defensively for the Suns with timely steals that disrupted several Pelican plays.


Fourth Quarter


In what could be described as a pivotal moment in this contest—Phoenix's fourth-quarter performance sealed their victory. Scoring an impressive 34 points against New Orleans' final push of 28 ensured they maintained control until time expired. Mark Williams dominated inside presence contributed significantly during these crucial minutes despite battling knee issues recently.


As part of our post-game analysis and based on insights from various Phoenix Suns post-game interviews—it is clear that teamwork and strategic execution were vital components leading up towards securing such results against formidable opponents like those found within today's matchup between these two franchises!


Looking ahead: Fans can catch more action when 'the Valley' faces off once again versus 'the Pels' scheduled December27th @7PM EDT live broadcast available via Gulf Coast Sports TV network or streaming options through platforms such as AZFamily & others alike! Share your thoughts about last night's showdown using #SunsVsPelicansRecap across social media channels today!

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