Devin Booker delivered the defining moment of the night in spectacular fashion. He threw down a ferocious poster slam over OG Anunoby during the Phoenix Suns’ 112-107 victory over the New York Knicks on January 9, 2026.
With New York in town on Friday night, you knew it was going to be a real test. Yes, the Knicks have scuffled at times lately, but they still bring the things that have historically made life miserable for Phoenix.
PHOENIX– Trust is a word synonymous with the Phoenix Suns. It’s something that’s been brewing ever since the summer and something that has manifested into late-game situations.
Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.
Devin Booker scored 31 points, Dillon Brooks added 27 and the pair combined for nine 3-pointers as the host Phoenix Suns held off the New York Knicks 112-107 on Friday.
PHOENIX — It wasn't easy, but the Phoenix Suns made it happen when the seconds counted most. The Suns held off the visiting New York Knicks in 112-107 fashion at Mortgage Matchup Center, improving to 23-15 on the season.
PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns returned home and had a nail-biter against the New York Knicks, taking a 112-107 win on Friday night. While the first half started hot for the Suns, the second was the opposite.
Now returning to the desert carrying more than a four-game home winning streak, the Phoenix Suns are carrying clarity. At Mortgage Matchup Center, their offense has been sharper, their defensive communication tighter, and their confidence unmistakable.
The Phoenix Suns have been very active ahead of the NBA trade deadline in the three previous seasons Mat Ishbia was owner. In 2023, the Suns made one of the biggest trades ever for Kevin Durant, then traded four players for Royce O'Neale in 2024 and, last season, completed two separate trades with the Charlotte Hornets.
PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns have been a pleasant surprise to begin the 2025-26 season due to a variety of factors. It's impossible to ignore the job done by first-year head coach Jordan Ott while notable names such as Devin Booker and Dillon Brooks have paved the way for Phoenix's 22-15 start.
MEMPHIS – In a 19-point win that felt decided well before the final buzzer, the Phoenix Suns delivered a masterclass in game planning, patience, and emotional control.
After missing nine games with a right knee injury, Grayson Allen has immediately impacted the Phoenix Suns’ rotation. Returning on Monday night against the Houston Rockets, Allen played 22 minutes, posting six assists, three rebounds and four steals.
Dillon Brooks scored 21 points and Grayson Allen added 19 as the visiting Phoenix Suns snapped a six-game losing streak to the Memphis Grizzlies with a 117-98 victory Wednesday night.
Bad news for other NBA teams… Dillon Brooks is likely staying with the Phoenix Suns. But when did his name get thrown into the mix for trade rumors? It took place on Monday, and Suns owner Mat Ishbia said Brooks isn’t going anywhere.
PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns are shattering their way through preseason expectations. In doing so, the Suns have become the team to beat among “the rest.” Many expected the Suns to struggle after they traded away Kevin Durant.
Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia has made his thoughts clear on whether Dillon Brooks is leaving the Valley. After a wave of online speculation linking the defensive forward to the Los Angeles Lakers, Mat Ishbia responded directly, shutting down the rumor before it could gain momentum.
Kevin Durant saved his most personal statement for after the final buzzer. The former Phoenix Suns star spoke with honesty and emotion after leading his team to a win over his old franchise, revealing that he still feels scapegoated for how things ended.
The Houston Rockets were down 13 to the Phoenix Suns in the third quarter of Monday night's game, but that did not stop them from completing a late comeback.