Key Takeaways:
- Devin Booker recorded 30 points and 10 assists as the Phoenix Suns snapped the Charlotte Hornets’ 10-game road winning streak
- LaMelo Ball led the Hornets with 22 points in a defeat that ended the NBA’s longest away-winning run since 2019-20
- The Suns claimed victory despite missing Dillon Brooks, Mark Williams, and Grayson Allen due to injuries
Match Analysis
The Phoenix Suns halted the Charlotte Hornets’ impressive spell of form on the road with a 111-99 victory on Sunday night in Phoenix. Devin Booker was instrumental, amassing 30 points and 10 assists, and showing composure at the charity stripe as he converted all 15 of his free throws, despite connecting on just one of six attempts from three-point range.
The Hornets’ road streak, which had reached 10 consecutive wins away from home, was the NBA’s longest since the Los Angeles Lakers recorded 11 straight during the 2019-20 campaign. Charlotte’s run had dated back to 17 January, their previous road defeat at Golden State.
VALLEY DUB.@match_mortgage | #SunsUp pic.twitter.com/gvmD3qkCEh
— Phoenix Suns (@Suns) March 9, 2026
Player Performance Breakdown
Collin Gillespie and Jalen Green both contributed 24 points each for the Suns, helping them record a fourth win in five outings. Rasheer Fleming added a further 16 points off the bench, notably hitting four shots from beyond the arc.
On the Hornets’ side, LaMelo Ball paced his team with 22 points. Miles Bridges tallied 16, whilst Kon Knueppel added 15. Brandon Miller posted 11 points, all of which came in the first half. Although Knueppel found himself limited to 2-for-8 shooting from three-point range, the rookie continues to top the NBA in three-pointers made with a tally of 224.
| Team | Player | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Suns | Devin Booker | 30 |
| Phoenix Suns | Collin Gillespie | 24 |
| Phoenix Suns | Jalen Green | 24 |
| Phoenix Suns | Rasheer Fleming | 16 |
| Charlotte Hornets | LaMelo Ball | 22 |
| Charlotte Hornets | Miles Bridges | 16 |
| Charlotte Hornets | Kon Knueppel | 15 |
| Charlotte Hornets | Brandon Miller | 11 |
Game Context and Team Status
This fixture marked the first of a four-game road stretch for Charlotte, whose recent strong form has seen them amass a 16-5 record over the last 21 games, following a 4-14 start to the season. Despite a narrow halftime lead of 60-58 for the Suns, Phoenix were able to maintain control after the break.
Phoenix played without key contributors Dillon Brooks (hand fracture), Mark Williams (foot fracture), and Grayson Allen, who was sidelined due to a sore right knee. This contest was the Suns’ final home appearance before embarking on a six-game road trip.
At the interval, Green had already posted 20 points, with Booker close behind at 14 for the Suns.
What’s Next?
The Hornets will look to regroup as they continue their road trip against Portland on Tuesday. The Suns, meanwhile, travel to Milwaukee for their next encounter, also on Tuesday.
