The Phoenix Suns took on the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center on Friday, December 26, 2025. The Suns won the game with a score of 115-108. This game was part of the 2025-26 NBA season.

Devin Booker led the Suns with 30 points, 9 rebounds, and 5 assists. Mark Williams also contributed with 24 points and 13 rebounds. The Pelicans’ top performer was Zion Williamson, who scored 20 points and grabbed 8 rebounds. The Suns improved their standings with this win, while the Pelicans continued to struggle in their conference.

The Phoenix Suns started strong, scoring 26 points in the first quarter, edging out the Pelicans by three points. In the second quarter, the Suns added 27 points while the Pelicans scored 25, extending their lead. By halftime, the Suns were ahead by five points.

In the third quarter, the Pelicans scored 32 points, their highest of the game, but the Suns maintained the lead with 28 points. The Suns dominated the fourth quarter, scoring 34 points to the Pelicans’ 28, sealing the win. The Suns shot 48.4% from the field, while the Pelicans shot 44.8%. Phoenix also out-rebounded New Orleans, grabbing 53 boards compared to 37 by the Pelicans.

Devin Booker led the Phoenix Suns with 30 points. He also grabbed 9 rebounds and dished out 5 assists. His shooting was efficient, hitting 10 of his 16 attempts from the field.

Mark Williams was also strong for the Suns. He scored 24 points and secured 13 rebounds. Williams made 9 of his 13 shots, providing a solid presence in the paint.

For the Pelicans, Zion Williamson scored 20 points. He added 8 rebounds and 6 assists. Jordan Poole contributed with 19 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists, while Trey Murphy III also scored 19 points.

What’s Next

The Phoenix Suns improved their record to 16-13 after this game. They are now seventh in the Western Conference. This win helps them stay in the playoff race.

The New Orleans Pelicans fell to 8-23 with this loss. They are currently 14th in the Western Conference. The Pelicans are looking to climb out of the bottom of the standings.

The Phoenix Suns will play their next game on Saturday, December 27. They will be on the road again to face the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center. After that, the Suns will travel to Washington to play the Wizards on Monday, December 29, and then head to Cleveland to take on the Cavaliers on Wednesday, December 31.

The New Orleans Pelicans will also play their next game on Saturday, December 27, against the Phoenix Suns at home. Following this, they will remain at Smoothie King Center to face the New York Knicks on Monday, December 29. The Pelicans will then travel to Chicago to play against the Bulls on Wednesday, December 31.

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