Mon Jan 13 04:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Suns Defeat Jazz 114-106 Behind Booker’s 34 Points

**Phoenix, AZ –** Devin Booker led the Phoenix Suns to a 114-106 victory over the Utah Jazz on Saturday night, scoring 34 points on an efficient 12-of-20 shooting performance. Booker’s hot hand, including 6-of-12 from three-point range, propelled the Suns to a lead they maintained throughout the game. Kevin Durant added 25 points for Phoenix.

Despite building a 16-point lead, the Suns struggled to shake off the persistent Jazz, who saw strong performances from Lauri Markkanen (24 points) and Collin Sexton (20 points). The Jazz, missing key players Jordan Clarkson, Keyonte George, and John Collins, received notable contributions from bench players Svi Mykhailiuk and Cody Williams, each scoring 13 points. Walker Kessler also contributed a double-double with 16 points and 13 rebounds.

The Suns’ victory marks their third win over the Jazz this season and their third win in four games since coach Mike Budenholzer adjusted the team’s rotation, moving Bradley Beal to the bench and inserting Ryan Dunn into the starting lineup. Beal, despite scoring only 12 points, continues to average over 30 minutes per game in his new role. Grayson Allen’s crucial three-pointer early in the fourth quarter helped solidify the Suns’ lead. Mason Plumlee started in place of the suspended Jusuf Nurkic, contributing 6 points and 10 rebounds.

Both teams return to action Sunday; the Jazz host the Brooklyn Nets, while the Suns face the Charlotte Hornets.

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