Never count out the Golden State Warriors. Down by as many as 17 points, minus an ejected Draymond Green, and playing on the second night of a back-to-back, the Warriors found a way anyway. Led by 34 points from Stephen Curry and a decisive edge at the free-throw line, Golden State beat the Phoenix Suns 116-113 on Monday night to extend its winning streak to five games.
Here is everything you need to know about Golden State Warriors vs Phoenix Suns: the final score, how the comeback happened, the standout performers and what comes next.
Warriors vs Suns: Final Score and Game Summary
Phoenix came out firing, scoring 31 points in the first quarter and building a 12-point lead. The Suns still led 57-51 at halftime, but Golden State erupted for 42 points in the third quarter to tie the game at 93-93 heading into the fourth. From there, the Warriors outscored Phoenix 23-20 down the stretch to hold on for the win.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden State Warriors | 19 | 32 | 42 | 23 | 116 |
| Phoenix Suns | 31 | 26 | 36 | 20 | 113 |
How the Warriors Won
The Free-Throw Line Made the Difference
In a three-point game, the stripe decided it. Golden State went 31-of-37 from the line, while Phoenix hit 22-of-30. That nine-point gap was larger than the final margin. Curry alone made 11 of 12 and drew nine fouls, and Lendeborg added 8-of-9 from the line.
A Monster Third Quarter
The turning point came after halftime. Golden State scored 42 points in the third quarter, its biggest quarter of the night, and erased the 17-point deficit completely. By the end of the period, the game was level and the momentum belonged to the home team.
Fighting Through Adversity
The Warriors did all this without Draymond Green for much of the game. He picked up two technical fouls and was ejected, finishing with 4 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists. Golden State also played the second night of a back-to-back after beating the Clippers 124-112, which makes this win even more impressive.
Clean Ball Handling and Rebounding
The Warriors committed just 13 turnovers to Phoenix's 15 and won the rebounding battle 55-52, with 12 offensive rebounds. Their bench also outscored Phoenix's reserves 36-32.
Key Performers
Golden State Warriors
- Stephen Curry: 34 points, 7 assists, 6 rebounds, 5 three-pointers, 11-of-12 at the line
- Brandin Podziemski: 20 points on 7-of-15 shooting, including 3 three-pointers
- Yaxel Lendeborg: 16 points, 5 assists and 5 rebounds, with 8-of-9 free throws
- De'Anthony Melton: 7 rebounds and 2 steals, despite a quiet night scoring
Phoenix Suns
- Devin Booker: 26 points and 5 assists, perfect 8-of-8 at the line, but fouled out
- Miles Bridges: 21 points, 6 rebounds and 4 steals
- Dillon Brooks: 18 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists
- Oso Ighodaro: 14 points on a perfect 6-of-6 from the field
- Jalen Green: 11 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists
Where Phoenix Let It Slip
The Suns did plenty well. They shot a better percentage from the field (47.1% to 42.9%) and from three (36.7% to 31.0%), outscored Golden State 48-42 in the paint and 14-7 on the fast break, and recorded 28 assists. But the fouls proved costly: Phoenix was called for 30 personal fouls, and Booker fouled out in the closing stretch. In a game decided by three points, those whistles were decisive.
What This Means for Both Teams
Golden State: Five Straight Wins
The Warriors improve to 5-3. After losing their first three games to the Lakers, Memphis and Phoenix, they have rattled off five consecutive wins over Denver, Minnesota, the Lakers, the Clippers and now the Suns. This victory also avenged their earlier 131-122 loss in Phoenix.
Phoenix: Searching for Answers
The Suns fall to 1-4, with their only win coming over Golden State in the first meeting. They have now lost to Portland, Oklahoma City, Denver and Golden State, and the early-season hole is getting deeper.
What's Next
- Golden State: Hosts the Miami Heat on Thursday, then the Orlando Magic on Saturday.
- Phoenix: Hosts the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday.
Final Thoughts
This was a gutsy, resilient win from a Warriors team that is finding its rhythm. Curry delivered when it mattered, the supporting cast stepped up, and the team stayed composed even after losing Draymond to ejection. For Phoenix, the talent is obvious, but discipline and closing ability are issues the Suns need to fix quickly.
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