MILWAUKEE (AP) – The Phoenix Suns triumphed over the Milwaukee Bucks with a score of 129-114 on Tuesday night, featuring standout performances from Devin Booker, Jalen Green, and Royce O’Neale.
Booker led the team with 27 points, while Green contributed 25 and O’Neale added 21.
The Suns demonstrated impressive shooting accuracy, hitting 53.9% of their shots and achieving a season-high of 24 three-pointers out of 51 attempts. The Bucks, despite a solid performance with a shooting percentage of 51.2% and 16 successful three-pointers from 38 attempts, could not keep pace with Phoenix in the final quarter.
Game Highlights
The game was tightly contested, featuring 16 ties and 12 lead changes. O’Neale’s tiebreaking buzzer-beater from nearly 50 feet at the end of the third quarter secured the lead for the Suns. Following this, Phoenix scored the first seven points of the fourth quarter, extending their lead to 107-97.
From that point on, the Suns maintained a lead of at least seven points for the remainder of the game, ensuring their victory.
Individual Performances
On the Bucks’ side, Kyle Kuzma stood out with a season-high of 33 points, while teammates Giannis Antetokounmpo and Myles Turner each added 22 points. Ousmane Dieng also made a notable contribution with 12 points and 10 rebounds.
Team Records and Upcoming Matches
The Suns, who have won five of their last six games, began a six-game road trip with this victory. They now sit just one game behind Denver for sixth place in the Western Conference standings.
Conversely, the Bucks have struggled, losing six of their last seven games, concluding a difficult stretch of 3-7, which included nine home games. Looking ahead, six of their next eight games will be played on the road.
Player Updates
In his first game since undergoing surgery for a herniated disc in his neck, Taurean Prince played 18 minutes without scoring for the Bucks. Meanwhile, Phoenix’s Jordan Goodwin returned to action, scoring six points in 13 minutes after missing two and a half weeks due to a left calf strain.
The Bucks also faced challenges with injuries, as Kevin Porter Jr. missed his fourth consecutive game due to swelling in his right knee, while Bobby Portis and Jericho Sims were sidelined with respective injuries.
Next Games
The Suns will face the Indiana Pacers on Thursday, while the Bucks are set to play against the Miami Heat on the same day.