Devin Booker took over the game, finishing with 32 points and sinking 5 three-pointers. He was especially dominant in the third quarter, where he dropped 18 points to keep Phoenix in control.
Despite trailing by as many as 14 in the second half, New Orleans fought back to within a single point late in the game. Trey Murphy III led the Pelicans with 22 points, while Zion Williamson notched a double-double with 19 points and 10 rebounds. Phoenix Suns vs New Orleans Pelicans - Video 1
With just 9.8 seconds left, Grayson Allen knocked down two crucial free throws to give the Suns a three-point cushion. Herb Jones scored a late bucket for New Orleans, but the Suns were able to run out the clock to secure the win. Game Stats at a Glance: New Orleans Pelicans 116 Phoenix Suns 118 Devin Booker took over the game, finishing with