Suns, Jazz slug it out in high-scoring affair

Suns 120-112 Jazz

Suns improve to 5-2 on the season with win over Jazz

The Phoenix Suns continued their strong start to the season with a 120-112 win over the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night. The Suns were led by Devin Booker, who scored 30 points on 10-of-19 shooting. Deandre Ayton added 22 points and 12 rebounds, while Chris Paul chipped in with 16 points and 10 assists.

The Jazz were led by Lauri Markkanen, who scored 27 points and grabbed 12 rebounds. Jordan Clarkson added 20 points, while Mike Conley had 18 points and 8 assists.

The game was close throughout, with neither team leading by more than 10 points at any point. The Suns took control of the game in the fourth quarter, outscoring the Jazz 32-21 to pull away for the win.

The Suns have now won five of their first seven games of the season. The Jazz have lost two of their first five games.

Booker leads Suns' offense

Devin Booker was the driving force behind the Suns' offense on Wednesday night. The All-Star guard scored 30 points on 10-of-19 shooting, including 4-of-8 from three-point range. Booker also dished out 5 assists and grabbed 4 rebounds.

Booker has been one of the most consistent players in the NBA this season. He is averaging 28.0 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game. He is also shooting 48.4% from the field and 41.7% from three-point range.

With Booker leading the way, the Suns have one of the most potent offenses in the NBA. The Suns are averaging 118.4 points per game, which is third in the league.

Ayton dominates inside

Deandre Ayton was a force on the inside for the Suns on Wednesday night. The 6-foot-11 center scored 22 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, while also blocking 3 shots. Ayton was 9-of-14 from the field and 4-of-6 from the free throw line.

Ayton has been a key part of the Suns' success this season. He is averaging 17.1 points, 10.1 rebounds, and 2.0 blocks per game. Ayton is also shooting 64.2% from the field, which is second in the NBA.

With Ayton controlling the paint, the Suns have one of the best inside games in the NBA. The Suns are averaging 50.4 points in the paint per game, which is second in the league.