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Phoenix Suns defeat Golden State Warriors 131-122
Devin Booker scored 43 points to lead the Phoenix Suns to a 131-122 victory over the Golden State Warriors in their home opener. The win marks the Suns' first home opener victory in five consecutive seasons, bringing their season record to 1-1.
The Warriors, playing on the second night of a back-to-back, fell to 0-3 for the first time in 19 years. Golden State entered the matchup significantly shorthanded, resting key players including Stephen Curry (right knee), Draymond Green (low back), Brandin Podziemski (low back), and Al Horford (low back).
Despite the absences, Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg led his team with 26 points and six three-pointers, while De’Anthony Melton added 25 points. For the Suns, Miles Bridges contributed 16 points, and Luke Kennard, making his debut after missing the season opener, scored 11 points.
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Brandin Podziemski · Devin Booker · Golden State Warriors · Jordan Ott · Mark Williams · Mortgage Matchup Center · Oso Ighodaro · Phoenix Suns · Stephen Curry · Yaxel Lendeborg