[Game Recap]

New Orleans Pelicans at Phoenix Suns

Mar 06, 2026

Phoenix Suns Edge New Orleans Pelicans 118-116 in a Close Contest

Game Summary

The Phoenix Suns narrowly defeated the New Orleans Pelicans with a final score of 118-116. While the Suns showcased their shooting ability with 20 three-pointers made, the Pelicans struggled with turnovers, committing 14, which contributed to their downfall.

Top Performers

Devin Booker was the standout performer for the Suns, scoring 32 points while adding 4 rebounds and 4 assists. Jalen Green supported with 25 points and 5 rebounds, contributing significantly to the offense. For the Pelicans, Trey Murphy III led with 22 points, including 4 three-pointers, while Zion Williamson and Saddiq Bey each scored 19 points, with Williamson adding a double-double with 10 rebounds.

Odds Recap

The Suns were favored by 4 points and won by just 2, failing to cover the spread. The total for the game was set at 227.5, and the final score resulted in an over, with the combined score reaching 234 points.

Prediction Recap

The model accurately predicted the Phoenix Suns as the winner and correctly called the game to go over the total. However, it missed on the spread, as the Suns did not cover, despite being favored.

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