Phoenix Suns Bounce Back with 125-108 Win Over New Orleans Pelicans

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The Phoenix Suns were able to bounce back from a three-game losing streak with a 125-108 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday night. Bol Bol led the team with 25 points, just one shy of his career high, and the Suns never trailed in the game. Nick Richards had 19 points and a game-high 12 rebounds, while Royce O'Neale scored 18 points off the bench, including a career-best six 3-pointers. Devin Booker and Kevin Durant also contributed with 17 points each, with Booker adding nine assists and Durant adding six assists and three steals.

The Pelicans were without Zion Williamson and CJ McCollum, who rested after recovering from injuries earlier in the season. Yves Missi and Jordan Hawkins led the team with 24 points each, but it wasn't enough to overcome the strong performance from the Suns. Phoenix connected on 59.5% of their shots and hit 21 of 40 3-pointers, while the Pelicans made 50.6% of their shots and were 11 of 28 from behind the arc. The Suns' offense was able to get off to a hot start, making 16 of 22 field-goal attempts in the first quarter to build a 40-18 lead.

The Suns were able to maintain their lead throughout the game, with the Pelicans making a few attempts to sneak back in. However, the Suns' defense was able to hold strong, and they were able to secure the win. The team's playmaking was also a key factor, with Booker and Durant leading the way. The Suns' next game is on Sunday, when they will host the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Pelicans will also play on Sunday, traveling to Utah to face the Jazz.

Here are the match scores and player statistics from the game:

• Phoenix Suns: 125
• New Orleans Pelicans: 108

Player statistics:

• Bol Bol: 25 points
• Nick Richards: 19 points, 12 rebounds
• Royce O'Neale: 18 points, 6 3-pointers
• Devin Booker: 17 points, 9 assists
• Kevin Durant: 17 points, 6 assists, 3 steals
• Yves Missi: 24 points
• Jordan Hawkins: 24 points

The win was a much-needed boost for the Suns, who had lost seven of their last eight games. The team will look to build on this momentum as they head into their next game against the Timberwolves. With their strong performance on Friday night, the Suns were able to show that they are still a force to be reckoned with in the league.

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