NBA
Saturday, April 18, 2026 • Mortgage Matchup Center
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Suns | 33 | 17 | 28 | 33 | 111 |
| Golden State Warriors | 15 | 30 | 24 | 27 | 96 |
Team Statistics
| Stat | Phoenix Suns | Golden State Warriors |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | 21/32 | 22/41 |
| 3-Pointers | 18/49 | 11/33 |
| Free Throws | 15/15 | 19/23 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 39 |
| Assists | 23 | 22 |
| Steals | 14 | 5 |
| Blocks | 4 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 20 |
Game Recap
The Phoenix Suns defeated the Golden State Warriors 111-96 in an NBA matchup, pulling away to secure a 15-point win. Phoenix’s offensive efficiency and shot-making created separation as the game progressed, allowing the Suns to control the scoreboard and close out comfortably.
Phoenix was led by Goodwin Jordan, who paced the Suns with 19 points. Dillon Brooks added 13 points, and O. Ighodaro contributed 10, giving Phoenix steady production across multiple scorers. The Suns also moved the ball effectively, finishing with 23 assists as they consistently generated quality looks.
Golden State kept pace in stretches and finished with a slight edge on the glass (39 rebounds to Phoenix’s 36) while recording 22 assists, but the Warriors couldn’t match Phoenix’s scoring output over four quarters. The Warriors’ perimeter production (11 made threes) wasn’t enough to offset Phoenix’s overall advantage in execution.
For Phoenix, the win reinforces the value of balanced scoring and playmaking in building leads and protecting them late. For Golden State, the loss highlights the need to convert strong rebounding and ball movement into more sustained scoring runs to avoid falling behind against efficient opponents.
Key Takeaways
- →The Phoenix Suns have a superior Net Rating of 6
- →The Phoenix Suns have a stronger recent form and a positive net rating compared to the Golden State Warriors, who are struggling defensively and missing key players
- →The Phoenix Suns have a significant rest advantage with 2 days off compared to the Warriors' back-to-back and 4 games in the last 7 days
- →The Phoenix Suns have a significant advantage due to the Golden State Warriors' key injuries, including the absence of Jimmy Butler III, a primary scorer and defender
- →The Phoenix Suns have a slight edge due to their better recent form and home court advantage, despite a mediocre home record

