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Rock bottom? Suns thrashed by Clippers, tie franchise record for consecutive losses
The Los Angeles Clippers routed the Phoenix Suns 134-107 on Wednesday night in the teams’ final game before the All-Star break.
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Photos: Phoenix Suns season – 2018-19
Feb 13, 2019; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) shoots over LA Clippers forward Danilo Gallinari (8) in the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 13, 2019; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Richaun Holmes (21) shoots between LA Clippers forward Montrezl Harrell (5) and forward JaMychal Green (4) in the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 13, 2019; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Jamal Crawford (11) passes the ball against the LA Clippers in the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 13, 2019; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Jamal Crawford (11) shoots over LA Clippers guard Tyrone Wallace (9) in the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 13, 2019; Los Angeles, CA, USA; LA Clippers forward Danilo Gallinari (8) dunks the ball against the Phoenix Suns in the second half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 13, 2019; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Phoenix Suns head coach Igor Kokoskov reacts against the LA Clippers in the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 13, 2019; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (3) shoots against LA Clippers center Ivica Zubac (40) in the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 13, 2019; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) loses the ball against LA Clippers guard Patrick Beverley (21) in the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 13, 2019; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson (20) drives to the basket against LA Clippers guard Landry Shamet in the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 13, 2019; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) grabs the ball in front of LA Clippers guard Patrick Beverley (21) in the second half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 13, 2019; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Mikal Bridges (25) shoots over LA Clippers guard Landry Shamet (20) in the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 13, 2019; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) shoots against LA Clippers guard Sindarius Thornwell (0) in the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 13, 2019; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson (20) drives to the basket against LA Clippers guard Landry Shamet in the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 13, 2019; Los Angeles, CA, USA; LA Clippers guard Landry Shamet (20) shoots over Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) in the second half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 13, 2019; Los Angeles, CA, USA; LA Clippers guard Landry Shamet (20) passes the ball away from Phoenix Suns forward Mikal Bridges (25) in the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
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Sacramento Kings forward Marvin Bagley III, right, is fouled by Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton during the second half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, in Sacramento, Calif. The Kings won 117-104.
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Sacramento Kings forward Marvin Bagley III, center, drives between Phoenix Suns’ Josh Jackson, left, and Kelly Oubre Jr., right, during the second half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, in Sacramento, Calif. The Kings won 117-104.
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Feb 10, 2019; Sacramento, CA, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Tyler Johnson (16) talks with guard Devin Booker (1) during the fourth quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center.
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Feb 10, 2019; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Buddy Hield (24) shoots the ball over Phoenix Suns forward Mikal Bridges (25) during the third quarter at Golden 1 Center.
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Feb 10, 2019; Sacramento, CA, USA; Phoenix Suns head coach Igor Kokoskov argues a call during the third quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center.
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Feb 10, 2019; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings center Willie Cauley-Stein (00) shoots the ball against Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) during the third quarter at Golden 1 Center.
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Feb 10, 2019; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Bogdan Bogdanovic (8) dribbles the ball against Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) during the third quarter at Golden 1 Center.
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Feb 10, 2019; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings guard De’Aaron Fox (5) passes the ball against Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) during the third quarter at Golden 1 Center.
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Feb 10, 2019; Sacramento, CA, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) suffers an knee injury during the third quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center.
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Feb 10, 2019; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings guard De’Aaron Fox (5) dunks the ball against Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center.
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Feb 10, 2019; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Yogi Ferrell (3) shoots the ball against Phoenix Suns guard Tyler Johnson (16) during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center.
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Feb 10, 2019; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Marvin Bagley III (35) passes the ball against Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center.
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Feb 10, 2019; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Marvin Bagley III (35) drives to the basket against Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center.
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Feb 10, 2019; Sacramento, CA, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) argues a call with referee JB DeRosa (62) during the fourth quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center.
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Phoenix Suns forward Richaun Holmes, right, goes to the basket against Sacramento Kings’ Alec Burks, left, and Harry Giles III, center, during the first half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, in Sacramento, Calif.
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Phoenix Suns forward Mikal Bridges, right, steals the ball from Sacramento Kings forward Harrison Barnes during the first half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, in Sacramento, Calif.
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Sacramento Kings forward Marvin Bagley III, left, is fouled by Phoenix Suns forward Richaun Holmes, right, as he goes to the basket during the first half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, in Sacramento, Calif.
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Feb 10, 2019; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings center Willie Cauley-Stein (00) battles for a rebound with Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson (20) during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center.
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Feb 10, 2019; Sacramento, CA, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) shoots the ball over Sacramento Kings guard De’Aaron Fox (5) during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center.
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Feb 10, 2019; Sacramento, CA, USA; Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) shoots the ball over Sacramento Kings guard Buddy Hield (24) during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center.
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Feb 10, 2019; Sacramento, CA, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Mikal Bridges (25) shoots the ball over Sacramento Kings center Willie Cauley-Stein (00) during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center.
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Feb 10, 2019; Sacramento, CA, USA; Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) dunks the ball over Sacramento Kings center Willie Cauley-Stein (00) during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center.
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Feb 10, 2019; Sacramento, CA, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Elie Okobo (2) shoots the ball against Sacramento Kings center Willie Cauley-Stein (00) during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center.
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Feb 10, 2019; Sacramento, CA, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson (20) shoots the ball against Sacramento Kings guard Alec Burks (13) and center Willie Cauley-Stein (00) during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center.
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Feb 10, 2019; Sacramento, CA, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (3) shoots the ball against the Sacramento Kings during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center.
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Feb 10, 2019; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings center Willie Cauley-Stein (00) blocks a shot by Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center.
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Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker, right, is fouled by Sacramento Kings guard De’Aaron Fox, left, as he drives to the basket against during the first half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, in Sacramento, Calif.
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Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton, left, shoots over Sacramento Kings guard Bogdan Bogdanovic during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, in Sacramento, Calif.
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Phoenix Suns forward Richaun Holmes, right, tries to steal a pass intended for Sacramento Kings forward Harry Giles during the first half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, in Sacramento, Calif.
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Feb 10, 2019; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Buddy Hield (24) dribbles the ball around Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) during the first quarter at Golden 1 Center.
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Phoenix Suns forward Mikal Bridges reacts after making a 3-pointer against the Golden State Warriors in the second half on Feb. 8 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton and Devin Booker against the Golden State Warriors in the first half on Feb. 8 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns guard Tyler Johnson (16) knocks the ball away from Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry in the second half on Feb. 8 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns guard Tyler Johnson takes the charge by Golden State Warriors center Kevon Looney in the second half on Feb. 8 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry drives to the basket against the Phoenix Suns in the second half on Feb. 8 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton dunks the ball against the Golden State Warriors in the first half on Feb. 8 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns guard Tyler Johnson (16) knocks the ball away from Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry in the second half on Feb. 8 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry passes the ball against the Phoenix Suns in the second half on Feb. 8 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry shoots a jumper against the Phoenix Suns in the second half on Feb. 8 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry react during a timeout against the Phoenix Suns in the second half on Feb. 8 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns guard Tyler Johnson steals thje ball from Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry in the first half on Feb. 8 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton is pressured by Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry in the first half on Feb. 8 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. takes a shot against Golden State Warriors center DeMarcus Cousins in the first half on Feb. 8 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. slam-dunks the ball against the Golden State Warriors in the first half on Feb. 8 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton takes a shot over Golden State Warriors center DeMarcus Cousins in the first half on Feb. 8 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. slam-dunks the ball against the Golden State Warriors in the first half on Feb. 8 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Feb 6, 2019; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (3) looks to pass against Utah Jazz forward Royce O’Neale (23) during the first half at Vivint Smart Home Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 6, 2019; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell (45) shoots the ball against Phoenix Suns forwards Kelly Oubre Jr. (3) and Richaun Holmes (21) during the first half at Vivint Smart Home Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 6, 2019; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert (27) blocks the shot of Phoenix Suns forward Richaun Holmes (21) during the first half at Vivint Smart Home Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 6, 2019; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Jamal Crawford (11) dribbles up the court during the first half against the Utah Jazz at Vivint Smart Home Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 6, 2019; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Phoenix Suns head coach Igor Kokoskov talks with guard Jamal Crawford (11) during the first half against the Utah Jazz at Vivint Smart Home Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports
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Phoenix Suns’ Deandre Ayton (22) attempts a layup as Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert, left, defends in the first half of an NBA basketball game on Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2019, in Salt Lake City.
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Phoenix Suns’ Josh Jackson (20) attempts a layup as Utah Jazz forward Derrick Favors, right, defends in the first half of an NBA basketball game on Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2019, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Kim Raff)
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Feb 6, 2019; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Phoenix Suns head coach Igor Kokoskov talks with guard Elie Okobo (2) during the first quarter against the Utah Jazz at Vivint Smart Home Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 6, 2019; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Dragan Bender (35) dribbles the ball during the first quarter against the Utah Jazz at Vivint Smart Home Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 6, 2019; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Dragan Bender (35) shoots the ball against Utah Jazz forward Derrick Favors (15) during the first quarter at Vivint Smart Home Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 6, 2019; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson (20) shoots the ball against Utah Jazz forward Derrick Favors (15) during the first quarter at Vivint Smart Home Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports
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Phoenix Suns guard Elie Okobo (2) loses the bal to Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) during the third quarter in Phoenix Feb. 4, 2019.
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Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) argues a call against the Houston Rockets during the third quarter in Phoenix Feb. 4, 2019.
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Phoenix Suns head coach Igor Kokoskov talks with forward Mikal Bridges (25) during the third quarter against the Houston Rockets in Phoenix Feb. 4, 2019.
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Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) is fouled by Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) during the second quarter in Phoenix Feb. 4, 2019.
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Houston Rockets guard Chris Paul (3) takes a hand to the face while defending Phoenix Suns guard Elie Okobo (2) during the second quarter in Phoenix Feb. 4, 2019.
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Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) reaches for the ball with Houston Rockets forward Kenneth Faried (35) during the first quarter in Phoenix Feb. 4, 2019.
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Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson (20) slams two over Houston Rockets forward James Ennis III (8) during the first quarter in Phoenix Feb. 4, 2019.
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Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) drives past Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (3) during the second quarter in Phoenix Feb. 4, 2019.
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Houston Rockets guard Austin Rivers (25) calls for the ball against the Suns during the first quarter in Phoenix Feb. 4, 2019.
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Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) defends against Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson (20) during the first quarter in Phoenix Feb. 4, 2019.
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Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) drives past Houston Rockets guard Austin Rivers (25) during the first quarter in Phoenix Feb. 4, 2019.
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Houston Rockets guard Austin Rivers (25) fouls Phoenix Suns forward Richaun Holmes (21) during the second quarter in Phoenix Feb. 4, 2019.
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Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) fouls Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) during the first quarter in Phoenix Feb. 4, 2019.
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Atlanta Hawks guard Kevin Huerter (3) gets off a shot next to Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) during the second half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, Feb. 2, 2019, in Phoenix. The Hawks defeated the Suns 118-112.
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Feb 2, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) reacts on the court in the first half against the Atlanta Hawks at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Feb 2, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Taurean Prince (12) handles the ball against Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Feb 2, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) shoots the ball against the Atlanta Hawks at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Feb 2, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Atlanta Hawks center Alex Len (25) shoots the ball against Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) and forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (3) in the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins (20) goes up for a shot against Phoenix Suns forward Richaun Holmes (21) during the second half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, Feb. 2, 2019, in Phoenix. The Hawks defeated the Suns 118-112.
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Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) has his shot blocked by Atlanta Hawks center Dewayne Dedmon (14) during the first half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, Feb. 2, 2019, in Phoenix.
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Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson goes in for a dunk against the Atlanta Hawks during the first half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, Feb. 2, 2019, in Phoenix.
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Feb 2, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) shoots the ball over Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson (20) in the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Feb 2, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins (20) handles the ball against Phoenix Suns guard Elie Okobo (2) in the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) is fouled by Atlanta Hawks guard Kent Bazemore, right, as Hawks forward John Collins (20) defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, Feb. 2, 2019, in Phoenix.
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Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson, left, gets off a shot over Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins, right, during the first half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, Feb. 2, 2019, in Phoenix.
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Phoenix Suns guard Elie Okobo, left, drives past Atlanta Hawks center Dewayne Dedmon for a score during the first half of an NBA basketball game Saturday, Feb. 2, 2019, in Phoenix.
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Jan 29, 2019: San Antonio Spurs small forward Rudy Gay (facing camera) celebrates with teammates after scoring at the buzzer during the second half against the Phoenix Suns at AT&T Center.
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Jan 29, 2019: Phoenix Suns small forward Josh Jackson (20) dunks the ball during the second half against the San Antonio Spurs at AT&T Center.
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Jan 29, 2019: San Antonio Spurs shooting guard Marco Belinelli (middle) is pressured by Phoenix Suns small forward Josh Jackson (left) and Devin Booker (1) during the second half at AT&T Center.
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Jan 29, 2019: Phoenix Suns shooting guard Devin Booker (1) shoots the ball over San Antonio Spurs power forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) during the second half at AT&T Center.
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Jan 29, 2019: San Antonio Spurs small forward Rudy Gay (22) reacts after making the game-winning basket at the buzzer during the second half against the Phoenix Suns at AT&T Center.
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Phoenix Suns’ Josh Jackson (20) shoots against San Antonio Spurs’ Pau Gasol during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2019, in San Antonio.
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Phoenix Suns’ Kelly Oubre, Jr. (3) shoots against San Antonio Spurs’ Rudy Gay during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2019, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Darren Abate)
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Phoenix Suns’ Devin Booker (1) shoots against San Antonio Spurs’ Pau Gasol during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2019, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Darren Abate)
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Phoenix Suns’ Kelly Oubre, Jr. (3) loses the ball as he drives against San Antonio Spurs’ Jakob Poeltl, left, and Rudy Gay during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2019, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Darren Abate)
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Phoenix Suns’ Devin Booker (1) drives against San Antonio Spurs’ Marco Belinelli during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2019, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Darren Abate)
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Phoenix Suns head coach Igor Kokoskov, right, talks with Suns guard Jamal Crawford during a timeout in the first half of an NBA basketball game against the San Antonio Spurs, Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2019, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Darren Abate)
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Jan 27, 2019: Los Angeles Lakers center JaVale McGee (7) and forward Michael Beasley (11) reach to block a shot by Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson (20) in the first half of the game at Staples Center.
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Jan 27, 2019: Los Angeles Lakers guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (1) guards Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) as he drives to the basket in the first half of the game at Staples Center.
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Jan 27, 2019: Los Angeles Lakers guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (1) and forward Brandon Ingram (14) guard Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson (20) as he drives to the basket in the first half of the game at Staples Center.
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Jan 27, 2019: Los Angeles Lakers guard Josh Hart (3) dunks the ball in the first half of the game against the Phoenix Suns at Staples Center.
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Jan 27, 2019: Los Angeles Lakers center Ivica Zubac (40) and Phoenix Suns guard Troy Daniels (30) wrestle for a loose ball in the first half of the game at Staples Center.
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Jan 27, 2019: Phoenix Suns forward Emanuel Terry (10) defends Los Angeles Lakers center Ivica Zubac (40) in the first half of the game at Staples Center.
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Los Angeles Lakers forward Michael Beasley, second from left, shoots as Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson, left, and forward Richaun Holmes, right, defend during the first half on Sunday, Jan. 27, 2019, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
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Los Angeles Lakers center Ivica Zubac, right, shoots as Phoenix Suns forward Dragan Bender defends during the first half on Sunday, Jan. 27, 2019, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
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Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson, center, shoots as Los Angeles Lakers center JaVale McGee, left, and forward Michael Beasley defend during the first half on Sunday, Jan. 27, 2019, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
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Los Angeles Lakers forward Brandon Ingram, right, shoots as Phoenix Suns forward Richaun Holmes defends during the first half on Sunday, Jan. 27, 2019, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
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Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker, second from right, shoots as Los Angeles Lakers center Ivica Zubac, second from left, defends during the first half on Sunday, Jan. 27, 2019, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
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Jan 27, 2019; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (1) guards Phoenix Suns forward Mikal Bridges (25) as drives to the basket in the first half of the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 27, 2019; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Ivica Zubac (40) guards Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) as he goes up for a basket in the first half of the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 27, 2019; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Ivica Zubac (40) guards Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) as drives to the basket in the first half of the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports
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Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker waits to shoot a free throw against the Denver Nuggets in the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Jan. 25, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
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Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker, back, looks to pass the ball as Denver Nuggets forward Mason Plumlee defends in the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Jan. 25, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
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Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker, right, goes up to shoot as Denver Nuggets forward Trey Lyles defends in the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Jan. 25, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
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Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson, front, drives upcourt as Denver Nuggets forward Paul Millsap, back left, and Suns forward Dragan Bender follow in the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Jan. 25, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
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Phoenix Suns forward Dragan Bender, left, battles for control of the ball with Denver Nuggets forward Mason Plumlee in the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Jan. 25, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
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Phoenix Suns head coach Igor Kokoskov directs his team against the Denver Nuggets in the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Jan. 25, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
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Phoenix Suns forward Mikal Bridges, right, blocks a shot by Denver Nuggets forward Trey Lyles in the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Jan. 25, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
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Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson, left, listens to assistant coach Joe Prunty during a timeout in the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Denver Nuggets, Friday, Jan. 25, 2019, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
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Jan 25, 2019; Denver, CO, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson (20) shoots over Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) in the first quarter at the Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 25, 2019; Denver, CO, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) shoots over Denver Nuggets forward Mason Plumlee (24) in the first quarter at the Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 24, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Jusuf Nurkic (27) shoots the ball over Phoenix Suns forward Dragan Bender (35) during the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 24, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard CJ McCollum (3) shoots the ball past Phoenix Suns forward Dragan Bender (35) during the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 24, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson (20) and Phoenix Suns forward Dragan Bender (35) look on as Phoenix Suns forward Phoenix Suns guard De’Anthony Melton (14) grabs his injured leg during the second half of the game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 24, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) walks off the court as Phoenix Suns players celebrate during the second half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 24, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) dribbles the ball around Portland Trail Blazers forward Zach Collins (33) during the second half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 24, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) looks on against the Portland Trail Blazers during the second half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 24, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) reacts on the bench during the second half of the game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 24, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) shoots the ball past Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (3) during the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 24, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard CJ McCollum (3) and Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) look on during the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 24, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson (20) and Portland Trail Blazers guard Seth Curry (31) battle for a loose ball during the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 24, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Jamal Crawford (11) shoots the ball over Portland Trail Blazers forward Jake Layman (10) during the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 24, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) passes the ball behind Portland Trail Blazers center Jusuf Nurkic (27) during the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 24, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Elie Okobo (2) shoots the ball over Portland Trail Blazers forward Jake Layman (10) during the second half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 24, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) shoots the ball over Portland Trail Blazers forward Al-Farouq Aminu (8) during the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
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Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker passes the ball against the Portland Trail Blazers in the first half on Jan. 24 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns forward Quincy Acy and Portland Trail Blazers’ Zach Collins receive technical fouls against a verbal exchange in the first half on Jan. 24 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns forward Dragan Bender pressures the shot by Portland Trail Blazers’ Jusuf Nurkic in the first half on Jan. 24 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns forward Quincy Acy guards Portland Trail Blazers’ Damian Lillard in the first half on Jan. 24 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. jumps to the hoop and scores against Portland Trail Blazers’ Zach Collins in the first half on Jan. 24 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker runs for the locker room after being ejected from the game following a confrontation with Minnesota Timberwolves center Gorgui Dieng in the second half on Jan. 22 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns forward Dragan Bender drives to the basket and scores against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half on Jan. 22 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson goes up for a dunk against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half on Jan. 22 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns head coach Igor Kokoskov reacts to the action against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half on Jan. 22 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns head coach Igor Kokoskov talks to Kelly Oubre Jr. against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half on Jan. 22 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns head coach Igor Kokoskov reacts to the action against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half on Jan. 22 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns head coach Igor Kokoskov reacts to the action against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half on Jan. 22 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns head coach Igor Kokoskov reacts to the action against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half on Jan. 22 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns head coach Igor Kokoskov reacts to the action against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half on Jan. 22 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns head coach Igor Kokoskov reacts to the action against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half on Jan. 22 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix guard Devin Booker and head coach Igor Kokoskov react to a technical foul has called on the Suns against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half on Jan. 22 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns head coach Igor Kokoskov reacts to the action against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half on Jan. 22 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns head coach Igor Kokoskov reacts to the action against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half on Jan. 22 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns head coach Igor Kokoskov watches the action against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half on Jan. 22 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns head coach Igor Kokoskov reacts to the action against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half on Jan. 22 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns head coach Igor Kokoskov watches the action against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half on Jan. 22 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Jan 22, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Dragan Bender (35) dunks the ball against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 22, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) shoots the ball in front of Minnesota Timberwolves guard Josh Okogie (20) in the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 22, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Dragan Bender (35) dunks the ball against Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) in the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 22, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) and forward Josh Jackson (20) talk on the court against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 22, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson (20) dunks the ball against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 22, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson (20) dunks the ball against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports
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Minnesota Timberwolves’ Derrick Rose shoots the game-winning shot over Phoenix Suns’ Mikal Bridges in the first half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, Jan. 20, 2019, in Minneapolis. Minnesota won 116-114. (AP Photo/Stacy Bengs)
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Jan 20, 2019; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) reacts after the game against Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 20, 2019; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Andrew Wiggins (22) celebrates after the game against Phoenix Suns at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 20, 2019; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Derrick Rose (25) celebrates his basket with guard Jerryd Bayless (8) in the fourth quarter against Phoenix Suns at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 20, 2019; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Derrick Rose (25) drives in the third quarter against Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson (20) at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 20, 2019; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) shoots in the fourth quarter against Phoenix Suns forward Dragan Bender (35) at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 20, 2019; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) and Minnesota Timberwolves forward Taj Gibson (67) rebound in the fourth quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 20, 2019; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Derrick Rose (25) drives in the fourth quarter against Phoenix Suns at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 20, 2019; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Derrick Rose (25) drives in the fourth quarter against Phoenix Suns at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 20, 2019; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Phoenix Suns forward T.J. Warren (12) and Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) chase a loose ball in the fourth quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 20, 2019; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson (20) dives for a loose ball in the third quarter against Minnesota Timberwolves forward Dario Saric (36) at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 20, 2019; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) dribbles in the second quarter against Phoenix Suns forward Dragan Bender (35) at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 20, 2019; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson (20) shoots in the second quarter against Minnesota Timberwolves center Gorgui Dieng (5) at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 20, 2019; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Andrew Wiggins (22) fouls Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson (20) in the second quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 20, 2019; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) drives in the second quarter against Minnesota Timberwolves forward Andrew Wiggins (22) at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 20, 2019; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (3) dribbles in the second quarter against Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 20, 2019; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Phoenix Suns guard De’Anthony Melton (14) defends Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) in the first quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 20, 2019; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Phoenix Suns guard De’Anthony Melton (14) dribbles in the first quarter against Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 20, 2019; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) and Minnesota Timberwolves guard Josh Okogie (20) chase down a loose ball in the first quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 20, 2019; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Phoenix Suns guard De’Anthony Melton (14) shoots in the first quarter against Minnesota Timberwolves guard Josh Okogie (20) at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 20, 2019; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) dribbles in the first quarter against Phoenix Suns forward Dragan Bender (35) at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 19, 2019; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Nicolas Batum (5) shoots the ball against the Phoenix Suns in the first half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 19, 2019; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kemba Walker (15) shoots a three point shot against the Phoenix Suns at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 19, 2019; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Hornets center Bismack Biyombo (8) dunks the ball against the Phoenix Suns in the first half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 19, 2019; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Hornets center Bismack Biyombo (8) dunks the ball against the Phoenix Suns in the first half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 19, 2019; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kemba Walker (15) goes up for a shot while Phoenix Suns guard De’Anthony Melton (14) defends in the first half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 19, 2019; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges (0) shoots the ball in the first half against the Phoenix Suns at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 19, 2019; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Malik Monk (1) shoots the ball against Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (3) in the first half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
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Charlotte Hornets’ Tony Parker (9) reacts to being called for a foul against Phoenix Suns’ Troy Daniels (30) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Saturday, Jan. 19, 2019. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
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Phoenix Suns’ Kelly Oubre Jr. (3) fouls Charlotte Hornets’ Willy Hernangomez (41) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Saturday, Jan. 19, 2019. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
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Phoenix Suns coach Igor Kokoskov, left, talks with Josh Jackson during the first half of the team’s NBA basketball game against the Charlotte Hornets in Charlotte, N.C., Saturday, Jan. 19, 2019. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
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Charlotte Hornets’ Tony Parker (9) shoots over Phoenix Suns’ Richaun Holmes (21) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Saturday, Jan. 19, 2019. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
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Charlotte Hornets’ Kemba Walker (15) drives past Phoenix Suns’ Deandre Ayton (22) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Saturday, Jan. 19, 2019. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
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Charlotte Hornets’ Bismack Biyombo (8) dunks between Phoenix Suns’ Devin Booker (1) and Deandre Ayton (22) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Saturday, Jan. 19, 2019. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
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Charlotte Hornets’ Miles Bridges, center, drives between Phoenix Suns’ Josh Jackson (20) and Richaun Holmes (21) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Saturday, Jan. 19, 2019. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
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Jan 17, 2019; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Pascal Siakam (43) scores the winning basket at the final buzzer over Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) in the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports
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Toronto Raptors center Greg Monroe (15) scores over Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) during the first half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Jan. 17, 2019, in Toronto. (Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press via AP)
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Toronto Raptors forward Serge Ibaka dunks as Phoenix Suns forward Mikal Bridges (25) watches during the first half of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Jan. 17, 2019, in Toronto. (Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press via AP)
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Jan 17, 2019; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward C.J. Miles (0) shoots over Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson (20) in the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 17, 2019; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry (7) passes the ball away from Phoenix Suns forward Mikal Bridges (25) in the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 17, 2019; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Pascal Siakam (43) dribbles the ball against Phoenix Suns forwards T.J. Warren (12) and Kelly Oubre Jr. (left) in the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 17, 2019; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors guard Fred VanVleet (23) dribbles the ball past Phoenix Suns guard De’Anthony Melton (14) in the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 17, 2019; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Phoenix Suns forward Richaun Holmes (21) drives to the basket against Toronto Raptors center Greg Monroe (15) in the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 17, 2019; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) dribbles the ball around Toronto Raptors guard Danny Green (14) in the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 17, 2019; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Pascal Siakam (43) shoots against Phoenix Suns forward Mikal Bridges (25) in the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 17, 2019; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors center Serge Ibaka (9) and Phoenix Suns forward Mikal Bridges (25) collide while chasing a rebound in the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 17, 2019; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) drives to the basket between Toronto Raptors forward Pascal Siakam (left) and center Greg Monroe (right) in the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 17, 2019; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) shoots over Toronto Raptors center Greg Monroe(15) in the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-USA TODAY Sports
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Indiana Pacers guard Victor Oladipo (4) competes for the ball with Phoenix Suns forward Richaun Holmes (21) during the second half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, in Indianapolis. The Pacers won 131-97.
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Indiana Pacers guard Victor Oladipo (4) falls backward as he works to get a shot off while being defended by Phoenix Suns guard Elie Okobo (2) during the second half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, in Indianapolis. The Pacers won 131-97.
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Indiana Pacers forward Bojan Bogdanovic (44) hits the backboard with his shot as he’s defended by Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (3) during the second half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, in Indianapolis. The Pacers won 131-97. (AP Photo/Doug McSchooler)
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Indiana Pacers forward Domantas Sabonis (11) drives to the basket as Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) defends during the second half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, in Indianapolis. The Pacers won 131-97.
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Indiana Pacers guard Tyreke Evans (12) is defended by Phoenix Suns forward Mikal Bridges (25) during the second half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, in Indianapolis. The Pacers won 131-97.
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Phoenix Suns guard De’Anthony Melton (14) looks to pass the ball to a teammate during the first half of the team’s NBA basketball game against the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, in Indianapolis.
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Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (33) keeps the ball from Phoenix Suns’ De’Anthony Melton (14) during the first half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, in Indianapolis.
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Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (3) is defended by Indiana Pacers forward Domantas Sabonis (11) during the first half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, in Indianapolis.
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Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson (20) is pulled away from the loose ball by Indiana Pacers guard Tyreke Evans (12) during the first half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, in Indianapolis.
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Phoenix Suns guard Elie Okobo (2) prepares to pass the ball to a teammate from the baseline during the first half of the Suns’ NBA basketball game against the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, in Indianapolis.
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Phoenix Suns forward Richaun Holmes dunks during the first half of the team’s NBA basketball game against the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, in Indianapolis.
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Phoenix Suns forward T.J. Warren (12) reacts after being called for a technical foul during the first half of the team’s NBA basketball game against the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, in Indianapolis.
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Jan 12, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (3) shoots over Denver Nuggets forward Torrey Craig (3). (Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports)
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Jan 12, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard De’Anthony Melton (14) and Denver Nuggets forward Paul Millsap (4) go after a loose ball during the second half. (Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports)
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Jan 12, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard De’Anthony Melton (14) and Denver Nuggets forward Paul Millsap (4) go after a loose ball during the second half. (Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports)
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Jan 12, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (3) shoots a buzzer beater three point shot against the Denver Nuggets during the second half. (Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports)
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Jan 12, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (3) celebrates after making a buzzer beater three point shot against the Denver Nuggets during the second half. (Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports)
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Jan 12, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) blocks a shot by Denver Nuggets forward Paul Millsap (4) during the second half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. (Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports)
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Denver Nuggets forward Paul Millsap (4) and Phoenix Suns guard De’Anthony Melton (14) vie for the ball during the second half, Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
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Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) dunks against the Denver Nuggets in the second half, Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
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Phoenix Suns forward T.J. Warren (12) drives past Denver Nuggets forward Paul Millsap in the second half, Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
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Phoenix Suns guard Elie Okobo (2) drives past Denver Nuggets center Mason Plumlee during the second half, Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
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Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) shoots around Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton, Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
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Denver Nuggets forward Juan Hernangomez (41) gets fouled while driving between Phoenix Suns forward T.J. Warren (12) and Mikal Bridges (25), Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
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Denver Nuggets forward Paul Millsap (4) drives past Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr., Jan. 12, 2019, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
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Denver Nuggets guard Monte Morris (11) drives past Phoenix Suns guard De’Anthony Melton, Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
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Denver Nuggets forward Juan Hernangomez (41) drives on Phoenix Suns forward T.J. Warren, Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
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Jan 9, 2019; Dallas, TX, USA; Phoenix Suns guard De’Anthony Melton (14) and center Deandre Ayton (22) grab a rebound in front of Dallas Mavericks forward Maximilian Kleber (42) during the second quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 9, 2019; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks guard Devin Harris (34) drives to the basket past Phoenix Suns guard Troy Daniels (30) during the second quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 9, 2019; Dallas, TX, USA; Phoenix Suns forward T.J. Warren (12) defends against Dallas Mavericks forward Harrison Barnes (40) during the second quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 9, 2019; Dallas, TX, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Mikal Bridges (25) guards Dallas Mavericks guard Jalen Brunson (13) during the second quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 9, 2019; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Dwight Powell (7) and Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) fight for the rebound during the second quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 9, 2019; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Harrison Barnes (40) shoots over Phoenix Suns forward T.J. Warren (12) during the second quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 9, 2019; Dallas, TX, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson (20) dunks the ball over Dallas Mavericks forward Dorian Finney-Smith (10) during the second quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 9, 2019; Dallas, TX, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Richaun Holmes (21) and Dallas Mavericks forward Maximilian Kleber (42) fight for the rebound during the second quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 9, 2019; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Luka Doncic (77) passes the ball around Phoenix Suns forward Mikal Bridges (25) during the second quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 9, 2019; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Luka Doncic (77) is fouled by Phoenix Suns forward Mikal Bridges (25) on a three point basket during the first quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 9, 2019; Dallas, TX, USA; Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) stretches for the ball as Dallas Mavericks center DeAndre Jordan (6) defends during the first quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 9, 2019; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks center DeAndre Jordan (6) guards Phoenix Suns guard De’Anthony Melton (14) during the first quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 9, 2019; Dallas, TX, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Luka Doncic (77) drives to the basket past the Phoenix Suns during the first quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
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Phoenix Suns’ Devin Booker pumps his fist as they defeat the Sacramento Kings on Jan. 8 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns forward De’Anthony Melton pressures the shot by Sacramento Kings guard De’Aaron Fox in the second half on Jan. 8 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson makes a basket against the Sacramento Kings in the second half on Jan. 8 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns Coach Igor Kokoskov against the Sacramento Kings in the second half on Jan. 8 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (3) slam-dunks the ball against the Sacramento Kings in the second half on Jan. 8 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (3) celebrates during their come from behind 114-111 win over the Sacramento Kings in the second half on Jan. 8 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Jan 8, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Justin Jackson (left) passes the ball against Phoenix Suns guard Jamal Crawford in the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 8, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Bogdan Bogdanovic (8) controls the ball against Phoenix Suns forward Richaun Holmes in the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 8, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard De’Anthony Melton drives to the basket against Sacramento Kings center Willie Cauley-Stein in the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 8, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Mikal Bridges (25) passes the ball against Sacramento Kings guard Bogdan Bogdanovic (8) and forward Nemanja Bjelica (88) in the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 8, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard De’Anthony Melton reacts in the first quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 8, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Richaun Holmes (right) grabs a rebound against Sacramento Kings center Kosta Koufos (41) in the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 8, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson drives to the basket against the Sacramento Kings in the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Phoenix Suns guard De’Anthony Melton is pressured by Sacramento Kings center Willie Cauley-Stein in the first half on Jan. 8 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson drives to the basket and scores against the Sacramento Kings in the first half on Jan. 8 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton dunks the ball against the Sacramento Kings in the first half on Jan. 8 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns forward Quincy Acy (4) battles for position with Sacramento Kings center Kosta Koufos (left) in the first half on Jan. 8 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker sits-out the game with injury against the Sacramento Kings in the first half on Jan. 8 at Talking Stick Resort Arena.
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Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) blocks a shot by Charlotte Hornets guard Kemba Walker (15) during the fourth quarter in Phoenix January 6, 2019.
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Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver talks with former Suns player Boris Diaw during the third quarter against the Charlotte Hornets in Phoenix January 6, 2019.
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Phoenix Suns forward/center Richaun Holmes (21) deflects the ball away from Charlotte Hornets center Willy Hernangomez (41) during the third quarter in Phoenix January 6, 2019.
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Phoenix Suns forward T.J. Warren (12) holds his hand up after a three-point field goal against the Charlotte Hornets during the fourth quarter in Phoenix January 6, 2019.
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Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) removes a portable heat and vibration back device before coming in during the second quarter against the Charlotte Hornets in Phoenix January 6, 2019. Booker did not return for the second half due to back spasms.
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Phoenix Suns guard Jamal Crawford (11) sinks a shot for his 14th point against the Charlotte Hornets during the fourth quarter in Phoenix January 6, 2019. He became only the second player in NBA history to total 11,000 points off the bench.
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Phoenix Suns head coach Igor Kokoskov talks with Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) during the first quarter against the Charlotte Hornets in Phoenix January 6, 2019.
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Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) directs his teammates during the first quarter against the Charlotte Hornets in Phoenix January 6, 2019.
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Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (3) drives towards the basket against the Charlotte Hornets during the second quarter in Phoenix January 6, 2019.
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Phoenix Suns head coach Igor Kokoskov talks with Phoenix Suns guard Elie Okobo (2) during the second quarter against the Charlotte Hornets in Phoenix January 6, 2019.
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Phoenix Suns forward T.J. Warren (12) grabs his arm during the second quarter against the Charlotte Hornets in Phoenix January 6, 2019.
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Phoenix Suns guard De’Anthony Melton (14) ties up Charlotte Hornets guard/forward Nicolas Batum (5) for the ball during the second quarter in Phoenix January 6, 2019.
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Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) puts a move on Charlotte Hornets guard Devonte’ Graham (4) during the first quarter in Phoenix January 6, 2019.
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Phoenix Suns forward T.J. Warren (12) looks to pass between Charlotte Hornets forward Marvin Williams (2) and center Bismack Biyombo (8) during the first quarter in Phoenix January 6, 2019.
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Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) is fouled by Charlotte Hornets forward Marvin Williams (2) during the first quarter in Phoenix January 6, 2019.
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Phoenix Suns guard De’Anthony Melton (14) fouls Charlotte Hornets guard/forward Nicolas Batum (5) during the first quarter in Phoenix January 6, 2019.
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Phoenix Suns forward/center Richaun Holmes (21) puts a move on Charlotte Hornets center Willy Hernangomez (41) and forward Michael Kidd-Gilchrist (14) during the first quarter in Phoenix January 6, 2019.
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Phoenix Suns guard Jamal Crawford (11) shoots over Charlotte Hornets guard Malik Monk (1) during the second quarter in Phoenix January 6, 2019.
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Phoenix Suns guard Jamal Crawford (11) shields the ball from Charlotte Hornets guard Malik Monk (1) during the second quarter in Phoenix January 6, 2019.
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Phoenix Suns guard Elie Okobo (2) guards Charlotte Hornets guard Tony Parker (9) during the second quarter in Phoenix January 6, 2019.
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Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) grabs a rebounds from Charlotte Hornets center Willy Hernangomez (41) during the second quarter in Phoenix January 6, 2019.
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Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) looks to get past Charlotte Hornets guard Devonte’ Graham (4) during the second quarter in Phoenix January 6, 2019.
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Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) lays the ball in while fouled by Charlotte Hornets center Willy Hernangomez (41) during the second quarter in Phoenix January 6, 2019.
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Suns’ De’Anthony Melton (14) blocks Clippers’ Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during the second half at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Ariz. on January 4, 2019.
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Suns’ Richaun Holmes (21) defends Clippers’ Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during the second half at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Ariz. on January 4, 2019.
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Clippers’ Marcin Gortat (13) dunks against the Suns during the second half at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Ariz. on January 4, 2019.
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Suns’ Kelly Oubre Jr. watches the court from the bench during the second half against the Clippers at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Ariz. on January 4, 2019.
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Suns’ Richaun Holmes (21) reacts after the Suns pull within 13 against the Clippers during the second half at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Ariz. on January 4, 2019.
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Suns’ Igor Kokoskov puts his hand on Elie Okobo (2) as they talk during the second half at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Ariz. on January 4, 2019.
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Suns’ Deandre Ayton (22) grabs a pass against Clippers’ Tobias Harris (34) and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Ariz. on January 4, 2019.
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Suns’ Devin Booker (1) drives the lane against Clippers’ Avery Bradley (11) during the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Ariz. on January 4, 2019.
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Suns’ Mikal Bridges (25) shoots againstduring the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Ariz. on January 4, 2019.
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Suns’ Devin Booker (1) scores a layup against the Clippers during the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Ariz. on January 4, 2019.
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Clippers’ Tobias Harris (34) dives for a loose ball steal against Suns’ Richaun Holmes (21) during the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Ariz. on January 4, 2019.
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Suns’ Devin Booker (1) walks off the court past head coach Igor Kokoskov during the first half against the Clippers at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Ariz. on January 4, 2019.
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Suns’ Kelly Oubre Jr. (3) contests a three pointer from Clippers’ Patrick Beverley (21) during the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Ariz. on January 4, 2019.
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Suns’ head coach Igor Kokoskov walks back to a timeout during the first half against the Clippers at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Ariz. on January 4, 2019.
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Clippers’ Patrick Beverley (21) and Montrezl Harrell (5) force a steal on Suns’ Devin Booker (1) during the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Ariz. on January 4, 2019.
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Suns’ Devin Booker (1) shoots a three pointer against Clippers’ Avery Bradley (11) during the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Ariz. on January 4, 2019.
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Jan 4, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) lays up the ball in the first half against the LA Clippers at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 4, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard De’Anthony Melton (14) and guard Devin Booker (1) react during a time out in the first half against the LA Clippers at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 4, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard De’Anthony Melton (14) shoots the ball against the LA Clippers in the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 4, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard De’Anthony Melton (14) handles the ball against LA Clippers guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) in the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 4, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) is announced for the game against the LA Clippers at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 4, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) handles the ball against LA Clippers guard Avery Bradley (11) in the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 2, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Demetrius Jackson (11) dunks the ball over Phoenix Suns guard De’Anthony Melton (14) in the second half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 2, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson (20) blocks the shot of Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) in the second half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 2, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Demetrius Jackson (11) dunks the ball over Phoenix Suns guard De’Anthony Melton (14) in the second half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 2, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons (25) drives to the basket against the Phoenix Suns in the second half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 2, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson (20) blocks the shot of Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) in the second half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 2, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) reacts against the Philadelphia 76ers in the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 2, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (3) dunks the ball against the Philadelphia 76ers at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 2, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) against Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) in the first half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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Feb 13, 2019; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) shoots over LA Clippers forward Danilo Gallinari (8) in the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
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Published 11:13 p.m. MT Feb. 13, 2019 | Updated 11:16 p.m. MT Feb. 13, 2019
LOS ANGELES — Lou Williams scored 30 points, Danilo Gallinari added 20 and the Los Angeles Clippers routed the Phoenix Suns 134-107 on Wednesday night in the teams’ final game before the All-Star break.
It is the second straight game that Williams has scored 30 or more points. He had a season-high 45 in Monday’s loss at Minnesota.
Montrezl Harrell scored 14 of his 19 points in the first half, and Ivan Zubac scored 16 for the Clippers.
Phoenix has lost 15 straight, tying a franchise mark set late last season (March 2 to April 1). Six of the losses have been by 20 points or more.
Kelly Oubre Jr. led the Suns with a career-high 28 points, and Deandre Ayton added 20.
The Clippers led for most of the game and pushed the margin to double digits for the final 27 minutes. They led by as many as 31 during the third quarter.
Los Angeles led 67-51 at halftime, and put the game out of reach during a two-minute stretch in the third quarter when it scored 13 straight points to lead 82-55 with 7:12 remaining. Gallinari fueled the run with three straight 3-pointers.
Phoenix held a 7-4 lead less than three minutes into the game before the Clippers scored seven straight points. After Josh Jackson’s driving bank shots pulled the Suns within 17-15 with 3:37 remaining in the first quarter, Los Angeles went on a 10-0 run, with six points scored by Williams. Williams scored 11 points during the first quarter as Los Angeles was 12 of 21 from the field.
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Notes
• Coach Igor Kokoskov said T.J. Warren is making progress from his right ankle injury and is likely to return after the All-Star break. The forward has missed the last 10 games.
• The Suns travel to Cleveland on Thursday, Feb. 21 in their first game after the All-Star break.
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