Devin Booker scored 27 points as the Phoenix Suns closed out a demanding stretch on the road with a 116–110 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night, leaning on depth and composure to withstand a late surge at Wells Fargo Center.
The result gave Phoenix a sweep of the back-to-back set in Philadelphia and extended its rise in the Western Conference, while the 76ers were left to reflect on missed chances despite flashes of promise from a young core.
A Road Win Built on Balance
Booker, the Suns’ offensive fulcrum, delivered with quiet authority. He added four assists and three rebounds, controlling tempo rather than forcing the issue as Phoenix placed six players in double figures.
The Suns improved to 27–17 by spreading the load. Grayson Allen and Jordan Goodwin each scored 16, while Oso Ighodaro, Collin Gillespie, and Jalen Green contributed 12 apiece. Green’s return from injury was particularly timely, offering energy and ball movement off the bench.
According to the league’s official game summary, “Devin Booker scored 27 points and Jalen Green added 12 points in his return to the lineup as the Phoenix Suns beat the Philadelphia 76ers 116–110.”
Momentum Swings After the Break
Phoenix led 57–53 at halftime, a margin shaped by execution rather than dominance. The Suns were flawless at the line in the first half, converting 13 of 13 free throws, while Booker reached 13 points before the break.
Philadelphia briefly seized control early in the third quarter, opening with a 13–2 run to move ahead 66–59. The Suns responded with patience, tightening defensively and accelerating the ball through multiple handlers. By the end of the period, Phoenix had flipped the game on its head, taking a commanding 97–84 lead.Late Push, Calm Finish
The fourth quarter tested Phoenix’s resolve. A technical foul on 76ers coach Nick Nurse helped stretch the Suns’ advantage to 103–86 with 9:37 remaining, but Philadelphia refused to fold.
VJ Edgecombe led the 76ers with 25 points, supported by Kelly Oubre Jr.’s 21 and Tyrese Maxey’s 20. Andre Drummond dominated the glass with 15 rebounds, helping ignite a late rally that narrowed the deficit to single digits.
Each time the margin tightened, Phoenix answered with a measured possession or a timely stop. The Suns closed out the final minutes without panic, sealing a win that looked routine on paper but demanded discipline to finish.
What the Result Says About Both Teams
For Phoenix, the performance underscored a growing strength: flexibility. Booker no longer needs to carry every possession, and analysts have noted that elite scorers often become more efficient when opportunities to create for others increase.
The 76ers, now 23–19, leave the game with mixed signals. The loss marked their fourth in six games, yet Edgecombe’s emergence offered a glimpse of a productive future, particularly on nights when veterans are stretched thin.
Looking Ahead
The Suns continue their road swing with a visit to Atlanta later this week, buoyed by a third consecutive win and 12 victories in their last 16 games. Philadelphia, meanwhile, returns home to face Houston, seeking to turn promise into consistency.
On a cold January night in Philadelphia, the difference was not spectacle but steadiness — and once again, Devin Booker stood calmly at the centre of it.
