Suns beat 76ers 109-99 to end 4-game skid

The Phoenix Suns achieved a significant victory against the Philadelphia 76ers on January 7, 2025, winning the game 109-99 and thereby ending their four-game losing streak. This match was particularly notable for Bradley Beal, who scored 25 points while coming off the bench for the first time in nearly a decade. His performance was instrumental in shifting the momentum of the game, as he not only contributed offensively but also played a crucial role in revitalizing the team's energy .

Beal was shifted to a reserve role before the game and scored 20 points in the second half as the Suns overcame an early 12-point deficit and won for the second time in nine games.

Kevin Durant scored 23 points and Ryan Dunn 15 for the Suns.

Tyrese Maxey had 31 points and 10 assists for the Sixers, who were missing Joel Embiid, who was sidelined with a left foot sprain. Kelly Oubre added 26 points as Philadelphia lost for the third time in four games.

Philly's Tyrese Maxey had a game-high 31 points, Kelly Oubre scored 26, and Paul George was held to 13 (5-of-18).

The Suns had a slow 4-of-17 shooting start, and the Sixers went up by a dozen with 5:34 left in the first quarter. Then the Suns showed some life in the second, as the bench scored half of their 26 points that period and picked up the slack as Booker slumped on 1-for-10 through the first half.

Kevin Durant further strengthened the Suns' offensive efforts by adding 23 points to the scoreboard. The most striking aspect of this game was the disparity between each team’s bench contributions. The Suns' bench outperformed that of Philadelphia by an astonishing margin, scoring 54 points compared to just seven from their opponents. This depth allowed Phoenix to maintain pressure throughout the contest and ultimately secure their victory .

The absence of Joel Embiid proved detrimental for Philadelphia; nonetheless, Tyrese Maxey stepped up admirably with an impressive tally of 31 points and ten assists. Despite his efforts, Maxey could not compensate for his team's lack of scoring depth. A pivotal moment occurred during a decisive run in the fourth quarter when Phoenix executed a critical 14-1 spurt that solidified their lead and ensured their triumph . As such, this match exemplifies how teamwork and strategic depth can significantly influence outcomes in professional basketball.

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Sarah H

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