Phoenix came back to win its first game of a seven-game homestand — in its final chance to do so, Bright Side Night 2019.
Josh Jackson and Deandre Ayton got the scoring started with efficient looks around the basket, scoring four points in the Suns’ first two possessions. Sacramento combated the Suns’ sturdy scoring with two tough 3s and missed both. Considering Phoenix started the last Kings game with a 36-9 first quarter, staying close early was vital.
Getting Jackson moving downhill was the focus of the Suns’ offense to start the game.