Thu Mar 27 02:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Suns Sink Bucks in Late-Game Thriller, Booker’s Jumper Secures Play-in Spot

**PHOENIX, AZ** – Devin Booker’s clutch mid-range jumper with 2.4 seconds left propelled the Phoenix Suns to a thrilling 108-106 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday night, extending their winning streak to four games. The win is crucial for the Suns, keeping them in the Western Conference play-in tournament race with ten games remaining in the regular season.

Kevin Durant led the Suns’ scoring with 38 points, while Booker’s 19 points included the game-winning shot. Brook Lopez, who finished with 23 points for the Bucks, missed a potential game-tying turnaround jumper at the buzzer. Giannis Antetokounmpo led Milwaukee with 31 points.

The final minutes were a back-and-forth affair. A four-point play by Kyle Kuzma gave the Bucks a 105-103 lead, but Durant responded with a three-pointer. Lopez tied the game at 106 with a free throw, setting the stage for Booker’s heroics.

Durant’s 13-point third quarter helped the Suns take an 81-78 lead into the final period. The Suns dominated the boards, outrebounding the Bucks 52-36. Rookie Ryan Dunn also contributed a highlight-reel dunk over Antetokounmpo.

The loss is a setback for the Bucks, who are battling for playoff positioning in the Eastern Conference. Both teams face tough matchups next: the Bucks travel to Denver to face the Nuggets, while the Suns host the Boston Celtics. Suns coach Mike Budenholzer continues to experiment with his lineup, searching for the right combination to complement Booker and Durant.

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