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Devin Booker, Phoenix Suns hold off Los Angeles Clippers late for third straight win

Published January 28, 2025, 2:27 PMNBA.com Philippines Staff
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Devin Booker dropped 26, while Kevin Durant added 24 to help the Phoenix Suns weather a late Los Angeles Clippers rally.

The Phoenix Suns survived a furious Los Angeles Clippers rally to secure a narrow 111-109 victory on Tuesday, January 28 (Philippine time), extending their winning streak to three games.

Devin Booker led the Suns with 26 points, seven rebounds, and eight assists, while Kevin Durant added 24 points, including a clutch three-pointer that gave Phoenix a 103-90 lead with just over five minutes left.

Grayson Allen provided a spark off the bench with 18 points, sealing the game with two crucial free throws in the final 10 seconds. The Clippers mounted a 10-0 run late, cutting the deficit to 107-106 after Norman Powell’s jumper, but Phoenix's timely shooting—tying a season-high 22 three-pointers at a 46.8% clip—proved decisive.

Ivica Zubac paced the Clippers with 25 points, James Harden added 24 points and 10 rebounds, and Powell contributed 23.

The Suns improved to 24-21, while the Clippers dropped to 26-20.

  

[Editor's note: This article was generated by a member of the One Sports Digital team using AI, and then checked by the staff to ensure accuracy.]