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Grading Suns Players After 118-116 Victory Against 76ers

Giving a grade to every Phoenix Suns player after their impressive victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Paul George's debut.

Eddie Bitar
Nov 5, 2024
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The Phoenix Suns have won five games in a row following an exciting victory over the Philadelphia 76ers tonight, 118-116. Entering tonight’s game, the Suns were on a hot streak, winning their last four games and five out of six overall as they prepared to host the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday. Meanwhile, the 76ers are struggling, having lost four of their first five games this season while missing key players Joel Embiid and Paul George, both sidelined due to left knee injuries. 

Contents
  • Kevin Durant: A+
  • Jusuf Nurkic – B+
  • Royce O’Neale – B+
  • Bradley Beal: B
  • Grayson Allen: B
  • Devin Booker: C+
  • Tyus Jones – C+
  • Mason Plumlee: C+
  • Ryan Dunn: N/A

Geroge made his debut tonight, and while he posted 15 points, he only went 4-14 from the field and the Suns (led by Kevin Durant’s 35 points and Bradley Beal’s 17 points) took advantage of that. The game was neck and neck towards the end, but the Suns escaped with a two-point victory due to Durant’s clutch game-winner with 24.0 seconds left in the game. The Suns are looking stronger and stronger and we provide a grade for every one of the players who made the court tonight. 


Kevin Durant: A+

Stats: 35 points, 4 rebounds, 6 assists, 0 steals, 1 block, 2 fouls, 3 turnovers, 14-20 FG, 2-5 3-PT FG, 5-5 FT, 38 mins

Kevin Durant was exceptional, leading the Suns with 35 points on efficient 14-of-20 shooting, including a clutch game-winner when he attacked the rim and finished with 24.0 seconds left on the clock. He also contributed 6 assists and a block, making a strong impact on both ends. Durant’s consistent scoring and leadership were crucial in this close victory, and the star has been the driving force behind an impressive start to the season by the Suns so far. 


Jusuf Nurkic – B+

Stats: 15 points, 15 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals, 1 block, 4 fouls, 5 turnovers, 5-8 FG, 1-3 3-PT FG, 4-6 FT, 28 mins

Jusuf Nurkic provided a double-double with 15 points and 15 rebounds, asserting himself inside. His defense (2 steals, 1 block) was solid, though his 5 turnovers were a slight downside. Despite the fouls, he was reliable in the paint and a key part of the Suns’ success on the boards. The Suns had the edge over the 76ers in defensive rebounds (34 to 29) and Nurkic was a major part of that so he gets a B+. 


Royce O’Neale – B+

Stats: 15 points, 5 rebounds, 0 assists, 1 steal, 1 block, 3 fouls, 0 turnovers, 6-9 FG, 3-4 3-PT FG, 23 mins

Royce O’Neale came off the bench with an efficient 15 points, hitting 6-of-9 shots and 3-of-4 from deep. His hustle and defensive presence (1 steal, 1 block) were noticeable in his 23 minutes. O’Neale’s energy and shooting provided a significant spark for the Suns and his production as a backup was absolutely critical, especially considering the team only shot 34.4% from deep. O’Neale’s shooting was important considering how Devin Booker struggled with his jumper. 


Bradley Beal: B

Stats: 17 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals, 0 blocks, 2 fouls, 2 turnovers, 7-10 FG, 3-5 3-PT FG, 34 mins

Bradley Beal scored 17 points on an efficient 7-of-10 from the field, including 3-of-5 from beyond the arc. He also chipped in 5 rebounds and 3 assists, along with 2 steals. His scoring and defense were solid, but his turnovers and lack of defensive focus at times left room for improvement. Regardless, dropping 17 points on 70% shooting will give the player a B grade. 


Grayson Allen: B

Stats: 14 points, 2 rebounds, 0 assists, 0 steals, 0 blocks, 1 foul, 0 turnovers, 3-6 FG, 2-4 3-PT FG, 6-6 FT, 23 mins

Allen was efficient with 14 points, going 3-of-6 from the field and 6-of-6 from the free-throw line. He didn’t contribute much beyond scoring but avoided mistakes with no turnovers. Allen provided some valuable scoring and perimeter defense to keep the Suns competitive throughout a tightly contested game. As long as Allen shoots a high percentage, he will always get a decent score. 


Devin Booker: C+

Stats: 13 points, 3 rebounds, 6 assists, 1 steal, 1 block, 1 foul, 2 turnovers, 3-18 FG, 0-6 3-PT FG, 7-7 FT, 38 mins

Devin Booker had a rough shooting night, going just 3-of-18 from the field and missing all six three-point attempts. However, he was perfect from the free-throw line (7-7) and contributed with 6 assists and 3 rebounds. His playmaking helped make up for the poor shooting, though his overall offensive impact was limited. However, it is hard to give Booker a bad score (even if his jumper is off) considering his presence offensively will always attract defensive attention. 


Tyus Jones – C+

Stats: 4 points, 2 rebounds, 5 assists, 0 steals, 0 blocks, 1 foul, 2 turnovers, 2-5 FG, 0-2 3-PT FG, 28 mins

Jones had a quiet game with only 4 points but did contribute 5 assists. His shooting was average (2-of-5), and he struggled to make a significant impact, both offensively and defensively. Jones was a steady presence, but the Suns would benefit from more production from the point guard they are placing heavy stock in. 


Mason Plumlee: C+

Stats: 5 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist, 0 steals, 0 blocks, 1 foul, 0 turnovers, 2-3 FG, 0-0 3-PT FG, 1-2 FT, 14 mins

Plumlee added 5 points and 3 rebounds in his limited 14 minutes. He was efficient from the field (2-of-3) but didn’t make a strong impact defensively, with no steals or blocks. Plumlee was serviceable but could have been more aggressive in his role because Jusuf Nurkic could have used some help in the paint tonight despite the absence of Joel Embiid. 


Ryan Dunn: N/A

Stats: 0 points, 4 rebounds, 1 assist, 0 steals, 0 blocks, 1 foul, 0 turnovers, 0-3 FG, 0-3 3-PT FG, 10 mins

Dunn went scoreless in his 10 minutes, missing all three of his shot attempts, including from three. He grabbed 4 rebounds and had 1 assist, but his offensive contributions were minimal. Dunn showed some effort on the boards but was otherwise quiet in limited minutes. 

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ByEddie Bitar
Eddie Bitar is a senior staff writer for Fadeaway World from Denver, Colorado. Since joining the team in 2017, Eddie has applied his academic background in economics and finance to enhance his sports journalism. Graduating with a Bachelor's degree from and later a Master's degree in Finance from Utrecht in 2018, he integrates statistical analysis into his articles. This unique approach provides readers with a deeper understanding of basketball through the lens of financial and economic concepts.Eddie's work has not only been a staple at Fadeaway World but has also been featured in prominent publications such as Sports Illustrated. His ability to break down complex data and present it in an accessible way creates an engaging and informative way to visualize both individual and team statistics. From finding the top 3 point shooters of every NBA franchise to ranking players by cost per point, Eddie is constantly finding new angles to use historical data that other NBA analysts may be overlooking.A lifelong basketball fan, Eddie grew up trying to mimic Jason Kidd's game. When asked which NBA player, past or present, he would most like to interview, Eddie's choice is clear: Jason Kidd. He admires Kidd's genius at playing point guard and his ability to lead a team to two NBA Finals appearances. Eddie believes Kidd is an underrated star who deserves more praise, and he would relish the opportunity to pick his brain and discuss the intricacies of the game.
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