The Phoenix Suns pulled off an epic comeback on Monday night, defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers 117-111 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio. The game marked the triumphant return of Devin Booker after a 10-day absence due to an ankle sprain. 🌟
Booker wasted no time making an impact, scoring 27 points on 11-of-22 shooting. While his three-point shot wasn't falling (1-for-7 from downtown), the 27-year-old was on fire inside the arc, nailing eight of his 12 jumpers. He also hustled for four offensive rebounds and dished out seven assists, leading the team in both categories. 🔥🏀
The Suns faced a daunting 19-point deficit (63-44) during the game, struggling with their defensive strategy against Darius Garland and lacking ball movement. In the first half, Garland exploited the Suns' defense, draining open threes whenever he called for a screen. His defender went around the screen while the screener's defender dropped back, giving him plenty of space to shoot. 😬
But the Suns didn't back down. They adjusted their defense in the second half and started moving the ball more effectively. With Booker's leadership and energy, they slowly chipped away at the Cavaliers' lead. The momentum shifted, and the Suns ignited a comeback that had fans on the edge of their seats! 🔥🙌
This win not only marks Booker's successful return but also showcases the Suns' resilience and teamwork. With performances like this, the Suns are definitely a team to watch this season! 🌅🏀
Reference(s):
NBA highlights on March 11: Booker returns in Suns' comeback win
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