The Phoenix Suns (21-20) marked their fifth win in their last six games after pulling off a thrilling 125-121 victory over the Detroit Pistons (21-21) on January 19.
Phoenix Suns Top Performers:
Kevin Durant 36 PTS | 2 STL | 3 BLK | 64.9 FPS
Durant continued his impactful contributions. He’s delivered his 13th 30-point game of the season and has been consistently providing elite numbers across seven major categories this month.
Devin Booker 35 PTS | 12-13 FT | 5 REB | 46.5 FPS
Booker’s recent performance has been nothing short of explosive! He’s dropped 30+ points six times in his last seven games, shooting over 50% five times, while staying incredibly efficient at the free throw line. His contributions in four other major categories might have seen a decline, but his impact remains significant.
Nick Richards 21 PTS | 7-9 FT | 11 REB | 38.7 FPS
Richards made a strong first impression off the bench. He’s proving to be a valuable asset at his position and should continue building on his performance as he settles into his new team.
Tyus Jones 4 PTS | 10 AST | 2 STL | 27.6 FPS
Jones’s offensive output has considerably dropped after averaging almost 15 points last month, but he remains a threat with his sharp playmaking and low turnover rate.
Ryan Dunn 12 PTS | 8 REB | 1 AST | 23.1 FPS
Dunn has scored in double figures and hit at least one three-pointer in each of his last five games while also making strides in his rebounding.
Detroit Pistons Top Performers:
Tobias Harris 21 PTS | 5 REB | 1 BLK | 33.0 FPS
Harris has emerged from a recent slump and has been fairly consistent this month, shooting 52.2% and only failing to score in double digits. He’s also making an impact with his rebounding and steals.
Jalen Duren 15 PTS | 10 REB | 2 AST | 29.0 FPS
Duren has been a consistent threat for double-doubles this month while shooting at 70% and averaging a block.
Malik Beasley 14 PTS | 2-5 3PT | 2 STL | 22.9 FPS
Beasley has been a hot shooter from three, scoring 18+ points and hitting at least four three-pointers five times in his previous six games. But he has struggled since then.
Marcus Sasser 11 PTS | 4 REB | 2 AST | 17.8 FPS
Sasser is a skilled three-point shooter and playmaker, but he hasn’t had the opportunity to build his rhythm with limited minutes.
Tim Hardaway Jr. 12 PTS | 2-6 3PT | 2 REB | 14.4 FPS
Hardaway has scored in double digits in his last six games, but his performance has been a rollercoaster, fluctuating between 25+ points when he’s hot and 12 or less when he’s not. He’s also averaging 3 three-pointers per game this month.
Biggest Disappointment of the Game:
Cade Cunningham 20 PTS | 11 AST | 4 TO
Cunningham secured his 18th double-double of the season and has showcased steady contributions this month. But his recent offensive struggles are glaring, shooting just 14-of-47 from the field and 2-of-14 from three.
