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Suns Down Denver 106-103 - Match Report
Denver was victimized for 22 points and 11 rebounds by Deandre Ayton as the Suns defeated the Nuggets 106-103 in NBA action on Friday.
Bettors who backed the Suns were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +3.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 220.5.
Devin Booker had 22 points for Phoenix and Chris Paul chipped in with 21 points. Chris Paul had 6 assists for the Suns, while Deandre Ayton was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
The Nuggets got a 31-point performance from Jamal Murray, who was supported by 17 points from Nikola Jokic. Nikola Jokic had 11 assists in a losing cause for Denver, while Nikola Jokic grabbed 9 rebounds.
Phoenix led at halftime, 60-49.
Denver had a 38-37 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Phoenix takes its act home to face Los Angeles looking for another win. For Denver, they head on the road to face Minnesota.