A matchup between the NBA's two hottest and best teams ended with the host Phoenix Suns beating the Golden State Warriors 104-96 at Footprint Center on Tuesday.
A sensational Suns defense held the Warriors under 101 points for the first time all year. Golden State also committed 22 turnovers, and Warriors point guard Stephen Curry shot just 4-of-21 (3-of-14 from three-point range) for 12 points.
The Suns played most of the game without shooting guard Devin Booker, who left midway through the second quarter with a left hamstring injury.
His teammates stepped up, with Deandre Ayton leading the way with 24 points and 11 rebounds.