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USA tops Greece 108-86, moves to 4-0 in World Cup tune-up games
Read full article: USA tops Greece 108-86, moves to 4-0 in World Cup tune-up gamesAnthony Edwards scored 21 points, Cameron Johnson added 13 and USA Basketball never trailed Friday in a 108-86 win over Greece in a World Cup tune-up game for both teams.
Sources: Frank Ross under contract, expected back as Texans special teams coordinator
Read full article: Sources: Frank Ross under contract, expected back as Texans special teams coordinatorFrank Ross’ special teams units played winning football all season as the Texans’ kicking game and kick coverage delivered consistently strong performances.
Suns rally from 22 points down to beat Mavericks 107-105
Read full article: Suns rally from 22 points down to beat Mavericks 107-105Devin Booker scored 28 points, Damion Lee made a go-ahead baseline jumper with 9.7 seconds left and the Phoenix Suns rallied from 22 points down in the third quarter to beat the Dallas Mavericks 107-105 on Wednesday in the season opener for both teams.
Sources: Texans restructure Eric Murray, Ka’imi Fairbairn, Cameron Johnston’s contracts
Read full article: Sources: Texans restructure Eric Murray, Ka’imi Fairbairn, Cameron Johnston’s contractsThe Texans, in need of some salary-cap space heading into the season, created a total of $2.832 million in total cap savings by restructuring veteran safety Eric Murry, kicker Ka’imi Fairbairn and punter Cameron Johnson’s contracts, according to league sources.
Sources: Texans restructure Ka’imi Fairbairn, Cameron’s Johnston’s contracts in salary-cap maneuver
Read full article: Sources: Texans restructure Ka’imi Fairbairn, Cameron’s Johnston’s contracts in salary-cap maneuverThe Texans, in need of some salary-cap space heading into the season, created nearly $2.1 million in total cap savings by restructuring veteran kicker Ka’imi Fairbairn and punter Cameron Johnson’s contracts, according to league sources.
Bridges, Paul lead Suns past Pelicans 112-97 for 3-2 lead
Read full article: Bridges, Paul lead Suns past Pelicans 112-97 for 3-2 leadMikal Bridges scored 31 points, Chris Paul added 22 points and 11 assists and the top-seeded Phoenix Suns beat the New Orleans Pelicans 112-97 to take a 3-2 lead in the Western Conference first-round series.
Booker has 36 points, NBA-leading Suns beat Rockets 129-112
Read full article: Booker has 36 points, NBA-leading Suns beat Rockets 129-112Devin Booker scored 36 points,ikal Bridges added 26 and the NBA-leading Phoenix Suns beat the Houston Rockets 129-112 on Wednesday night for their third straight victory.
Randle fined $50K for shoving Johnson in Knicks' wild loss
Read full article: Randle fined $50K for shoving Johnson in Knicks' wild lossThe NBA has fined New York Knicks forward Julius Randle $50,000 for shoving Phoenix Suns forward Cam Johnson, making contact with a referee who was trying to break up the altercation and refusing to participate in its ensuing investigation.
Cam Johnson banks in 3, NBA-leading Suns stun Knicks 115-114
Read full article: Cam Johnson banks in 3, NBA-leading Suns stun Knicks 115-114Cam Johnson banked in a 3-pointer at the buzzer to finish with a career-high 38 points and give the Phoenix Suns a wild 115-114 victory over the New York Knicks on Friday night.
Booker has 25 points, Suns beat Thunder for 8th straight win
Read full article: Booker has 25 points, Suns beat Thunder for 8th straight winDevin Booker had 25 points, 12 assists and a career-high six steals to help the NBA-leading Phoenix Suns beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 124-104 on Thursday night.
Ayton has 20 points and 16 rebounds, Suns rout Wizards
Read full article: Ayton has 20 points and 16 rebounds, Suns rout WizardsDeandre Ayton had 20 points and 16 rebounds in an efficient 24 minutes and the NBA-leading Phoenix Suns rebounded from a streak-ending loss to beat the short-handed Washington Wizards 95-80 on Saturday night.
Paul, Booker help NBA-best Suns roll to 9th straight win
Read full article: Paul, Booker help NBA-best Suns roll to 9th straight winDevin Booker scored 29 points, Chris Paul had a triple-double with 21 points, 14 assists and 10 rebounds and the NBA-leading Phoenix Suns won their ninth straight game, beating the Minnesota Timberwolves 134-124 on Friday night.
Booker gets first triple-double, Suns beat Clippers 120-114
Read full article: Booker gets first triple-double, Suns beat Clippers 120-114Devin Booker had 40 points, 13 rebounds and 11 assists for his first career triple-double and the Phoenix Suns overcame Chris Paul’s absence to beat the Los Angeles Clippers 120-114 on Sunday in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals.
Suns win in return to playoffs, beating Lakers 99-90
Read full article: Suns win in return to playoffs, beating Lakers 99-90Devin Booker scored 34 points, Deandre Ayton had 21 points and 16 rebounds and the Phoenix Suns won their first playoff game in 11 years, beating the defending champion Los Angeles Lakers 99-90 in Game 1 on Sunday.
Warriors rally for second straight night, beat Suns 122-116
Read full article: Warriors rally for second straight night, beat Suns 122-116Jordan Poole hit a go-ahead 3-pointer with 1:43 left, Andrew Wiggins scored the next time down and finished with 38 points, rallying the Golden State Warriors past the Phoenix Suns 122-116.
George scores 39 points, Clippers hold off Suns 112-107
Read full article: George scores 39 points, Clippers hold off Suns 112-107(AP Photo/Ralph Freso)PHOENIX – Paul George scored 39 points and the Los Angeles Clippers held on to beat the Phoenix Suns 112-107 on Sunday night after nearly blowing a 31-point lead in a matchup of two of the Western Conference's top early season teams. At 5-2, the Clippers are tied with the Suns and Los Angeles Lakers for the West lead. George was 7 of 10 from 3-point range and Los Angeles was 17 of 29 overall. Chris Paul, who played six seasons for the Clippers, had 15 points, nine rebounds and six assists. Los Angeles opened the second quarter with 15 straight points to make it 50-24.
Booker, Bridges lead new-look Suns past Mavericks 106-102
Read full article: Booker, Bridges lead new-look Suns past Mavericks 106-102Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) drives on Dallas Mavericks guard Jalen Brunson during the second half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2020, in Phoenix. At least for the first game, the Suns' revamped backcourt performed almost exactly as hoped. Booker scored 22 points, Mikal Bridges added 18 and Phoenix edged the Dallas Mavericks 106-102 on Wednesday in the season opener for both teams. “I like guys who are willing to take the shots,” Suns coach Monty Williams said. Luka Doncic cut the Suns' lead to three with a dunk but after a Booker miss, Bridges grabbed the offensive rebound and Phoenix closed out the victory.
Suns top Mavs to keep playoff hopes alive, go 8-0 in bubble
Read full article: Suns top Mavs to keep playoff hopes alive, go 8-0 in bubblePhoenix Suns' Devin Booker (1) dribbles as Dallas Mavericks' Trey Burke defends during the second half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Aug. 13, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis, Pool)
Suns top Mavs to finish 8-0 in bubble, but fail to advance
Read full article: Suns top Mavs to finish 8-0 in bubble, but fail to advanceDevin Booker scored 27 points and Phoenix beat the Dallas Mavericks 128-102 on Thursday to finish as the only team to win all eight games seeding games. Dario Saric scored 16 points and Cameron Payne and Cameron Johnson each added 15 for the Suns. Booker scored 23 points on 9-for-13 shooting before the break. SUNS DNAThe Suns averaged 122 points in the eight games. Suns: Either season over or will be in a play-in game against Memphis on Saturday.
Booker's 35 points help streaking Suns beat 76ers 130-117
Read full article: Booker's 35 points help streaking Suns beat 76ers 130-117Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) drives past Philadelphia 76ers forward Glenn Robinson III (40) during the first half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2020, in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis, Pool)
Booker's 35 points help streaking Suns beat 76ers 130-117
Read full article: Booker's 35 points help streaking Suns beat 76ers 130-117Booker became the Suns' career leader with his 91st 30-point game, breaking a tie with Walter Davis. Phoenix pulled away late after leading only 105-102 following back-to-back baskets by Alec Burks, who led the 76ers with 23 points. The Suns continued their high-scoring play in the bubble after averaging 120 points in the first six games. The 76ers also were without Joel Embiid (left ankle), Tobias Harris (sore right ankle) and Al Horford (sore left knee). 76ers: Play the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night.
Booker's 35 points lead surprising Suns past Heat 119-112
Read full article: Booker's 35 points lead surprising Suns past Heat 119-112Miami Heat's Bam Adebayo dunks during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Phoenix Suns, Saturday, Aug. 8, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis, Pool)
Booker's 35 points lead surprising Suns past Heat 119-112
Read full article: Booker's 35 points lead surprising Suns past Heat 119-112Duncan Robinson and Tyler Herro each had 25 points to lead the Heat. The Suns continued to thrive as the only undefeated team and biggest surprise in the Disney bubble. Led by Booker, Phoenix had wins over Washington, Dallas, the Los Angeles Clippers and Indiana before beating Miami. Three free throws by Robinson cut the Suns' lead to 115-112 before Miami's Bam Adebayo was called for goaltending on a shot by Booker. Led by its backcourt scoring from Herro and Robinson, Miami quickly led by double figures at 19-8.
Booker's shot at buzzer leads Suns over Clippers 117-115
Read full article: Booker's shot at buzzer leads Suns over Clippers 117-115Phoenix Suns' Devin Booker draws a foul from Los Angeles Clippers' Paul George, rear, during an NBA basketball game Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2020, in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Kevin C. Cox/Pool Photo via AP)
Booker's shot at buzzer leads Suns over Clippers 117-115
Read full article: Booker's shot at buzzer leads Suns over Clippers 117-115“I’m happy for him, but he’d be the first one to tell you we’re not done," Phoenix coach Monty Williams said of Booker. “This is a fun team to be a part of and we’re having fun with it," Booker said. “This whole experience ... we just wanted to come down here and make some noise and that’s what we’re doing." Leonard led the Clippers with 27 points and George added 23. WILLIAMS RETURNSLou Williams had seven points, six assists and six rebounds in 21 minutes in his restart debut after missing the first two games.
Booker, Rubio help Suns race past Giannis-less Bucks
Read full article: Booker, Rubio help Suns race past Giannis-less BucksPhoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) drives as Milwaukee Bucks guard Wesley Matthews defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, March 8, 2020, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)PHOENIX, Ariz. – Devin Booker scored 20 of his 36 points in Phoenix's 47-point first quarter and the Suns beat the NBA-leading Milwaukee Bucks 140-131 on Sunday night,The Bucks played without MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo because of a minor knee sprain. “It’s the highest form of respect for me,’’ Booker said of the box-and-one defense the Bucks attempted. He credited his teammates with foiling it, as six Suns players scored in double figures. “You could just tell right from the start of the game,’’ Booker said.
Oubre scores career-high 39, Suns top Rockets 127-91
Read full article: Oubre scores career-high 39, Suns top Rockets 127-91(AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)PHOENIX, Ariz. – Kelly Oubre Jr. was one of many Phoenix Suns players who had their names floated in trade rumors over the past week. The good vibes continued several hours later when the Suns played one of their best games of the season in a 127-91 victory over the Houston Rockets. Oubre scored a career-high 39 points and Devin Booker added 33. He shot 14 of 19 from the field, including 7 of 9 from 3-point range. ... Houston shot just 34% from the field against the Suns, including 11 of 48 (23%) on 3-pointers.
George, Leonard team to help Clippers overpower Suns 120-99
Read full article: George, Leonard team to help Clippers overpower Suns 120-99Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr., right, blocks a shot by Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2019. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)LOS ANGELES, CA – The Los Angeles Clippers are one player short of finally fielding their entire team. George scored 24 points, Leonard added 20 and the Clippers returned home after two weeks away to beat the Phoenix Suns 120-99 on Tuesday night. They were only missing JaMychal Green after having George and Leonard in and out of the lineup since the season began. “We just couldn't figure out the Clippers' zone," Suns coach Monty Williams said.