Phoenix Suns at New Orleans Pelicans
Dec 27, 2025
Phoenix Suns Triumph Over New Orleans Pelicans 123-114 in Solid Performance
Game Summary
The Phoenix Suns secured a 123-114 victory against the New Orleans Pelicans. The Suns showcased their shooting prowess, hitting 45.9% from the field and an impressive 45.5% from three-point range, while the Pelicans struggled defensively, allowing the Suns to excel beyond their usual scoring averages. New Orleans’ defense faltered, particularly against the three-pointer, as they permitted 20 made threes, significantly above their season average.
Top Performers
Devin Booker led the Suns with 20 points and 4 assists, effectively contributing to the offensive flow. Dillon Brooks added 18 points and 4 rebounds, while Collin Gillespie complemented the effort with 17 points and 7 rebounds. For the Pelicans, Trey Murphy III stood out with 24 points, including 6 three-pointers, while Zion Williamson contributed 22 points and Derik Queen recorded a double-double with 21 points and 11 rebounds.
Odds Recap
The Suns were favored by 4 points and successfully covered the spread with a 9-point margin of victory. The game total was set at 240.5, and it narrowly finished under, reflecting a lower combined score than anticipated.
Prediction Recap
The model accurately predicted the Suns to win, cover the spread, and the total to go under. All aspects of the prediction were correct, affirming the model's reliability for this matchup.
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