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The Phoenix Suns, led by Devin Booker’s 31 points, overcame a 20-point deficit to defeat the Sacramento Kings 120-116. It marked a successful head coaching debut for Jordan Ott. Dillon Brooks, in his Suns debut, contributed 22 points and impactful defense that bothered DeMar DeRozan. The Kings, despite leading by 17 at halftime and Zach LaVine’s 30 points, couldn’t hold off the Suns’ second-half rally. The Kings were missing Domantas Sabonis, while the Suns were without Jalen Green.

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Suns Overcome 20-Point Deficit, Booker Shines in Ott’s Coaching Debut

PHOENIX – The Phoenix Suns staged a dramatic comeback victory against the Sacramento Kings Wednesday night, winning 120-116 after trailing by as many as 20 points. The win was especially sweet as it marked a successful head coaching debut for Jordan Ott.

Devin Booker led the charge with 31 points, showcasing his offensive prowess with 10-of-19 shooting. Veteran guard Dillon Brooks, acquired in the offseason, made an immediate impact, scoring 22 points and bringing his signature defensive intensity. Brooks’ physical play frustrated Kings star DeMar DeRozan in the crucial fourth quarter. Grayson Allen chipped in with 18 points.

“This is a great win to start the season,” Coach Ott said. “I am very happy for the team, they fought back when it was not looking good.”

The Kings came out firing, shooting a blistering 64.4% from the field in the first half, led by Zach LaVine’s 22 points (he finished with 30). They took a commanding 71-54 lead into halftime. But the Suns emerged from the locker room with renewed energy, chipping away at the deficit throughout the third quarter.

Phoenix finally took its first lead of the second half on a Royce O’Neale three-pointer with 10:31 remaining. The Suns extended their lead to 106-97 with under six minutes to play, but the Kings battled back, tying the game at 110 with 1:15 left. A foul on Dillon Brooks while shooting a 3 gave him the opportunity to sink all three free throws and put the Suns ahead for good.

DeMar DeRozan finished with 29 points for the Kings, while Malik Monk added 19 off the bench. Russell Westbrook, who recently signed with Sacramento, contributed 6 points and 6 rebounds. The Kings were without the services of Domantas Sabonis (hamstring). The Suns were missing Jalen Green (hamstring).

The Kings will look to bounce back as they host the Utah Jazz on Friday night. The Suns will travel to Los Angeles to face the Clippers on Friday night.

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