Phoenix Suns Get Big Win Over Pacers to Continue Winning Run

The Phoenix Suns delivered a powerful performance on Thursday night as they crushed the struggling Indiana Pacers 133-98 at home. The Suns extended their winning streak to five games and continued their strong run of form at home, where they now hold a 6-1 record this season.

Devin Booker was the star of the night for Phoenix. He scored 33 points in total, including a brilliant 16 points in the third quarter alone. His scoring helped the Suns build a big lead and completely take control of the game.

Dillon Brooks also had a strong game, scoring 32 points. Impressively, 24 of his points came in the first half, helping Phoenix jump to an early advantage. His energy and shot-making gave the Suns confidence and allowed them to push the pace early.

Oso Ighodaro played one of the best games of his young career. He scored a career-high 17 points, grabbed seven rebounds, and added three steals and three blocks. Grayson Allen also scored 12 points before exiting the game due to an injury in the second quarter.

Allen, who leads the NBA in made three-pointers this season, suffered a right quad contusion after colliding with Pacers center Jay Huff. He did not return to the game. His injury status will be monitored closely, as he has been an important part of the Suns' offense.

The Indiana Pacers faced another tough night. Andrew Nembhard led their scoring with 21 points and eight assists. Pascal Siakam added 19 points and five rebounds, and Tony Bradley scored 10.

However, the Pacers lost yet another starting player when Aaron Nesmith left the game with left knee soreness after stepping on a teammate's foot. He scored 10 points before being taken out and did not return.

Indiana was already playing without Tyrese Haliburton (Achilles), Bennedict Mathurin (toe), and Obi Toppin (foot). With so many players unavailable, the Pacers struggled to find consistent scoring or defensive stability.

The Pacers have now lost six games in a row. Their past three defeats have each come by large margins—31 points, 24 points, and now 35 points against the Suns. Their injuries and lack of depth are becoming major concerns.

Phoenix led 70-52 at halftime and took complete control late in the third quarter. They went on a massive 38-8 run that stretched into the early fourth quarter. The Suns even scored the first 20 points of the final quarter and led 126-84 after a three-pointer by Jordan Goodwin.

Phoenix shot an impressive 57.6 percent from the field and made 13 of their 35 three-point attempts. Brooks shot 12-for-18, Booker went 12-for-22, Ighodaro was 7-for-9, and Allen hit five of his six shots.

The Pacers shot only 36.4 percent from the field and could not keep up with Phoenix’s fast pace and strong defense. Their lack of healthy players made it difficult to compete.

The game also saw several tense moments. Brooks and T.J. McConnell received double technical fouls in the first quarter for too much talking. Later, Siakam and Royce O’Neale were also given double technicals after a heated exchange. Tony Bradley was called for a flagrant foul after grabbing Brooks around the neck during a rebounding battle.