Hornets Swarm Past Suns 115-104 With Dominant Performance

The Charlotte Hornets put together a dominant performance on Wednesday night, defeating the Phoenix Suns 115-104 at the Footprint Center. The Hornets were led by Terry Rozier, who had 24 points and 8 assists. LaMelo Ball added 22 points and 7 assists, while Gordon Hayward contributed 19 points and 7 rebounds.

The Suns were led by Devin Booker, who had 27 points and 7 rebounds. Chris Paul added 20 points and 8 assists, while Deandre Ayton contributed 18 points and 10 rebounds.

The Hornets were able to take control of the game early on, jumping out to a 10-point lead in the first quarter. The Suns were able to close the gap to 5 points by the end of the quarter, but the Hornets were able to extend their lead to 10 points by halftime.

The Suns were able to cut the Hornets' lead to 5 points in the third quarter, but the Hornets were able to push their lead back to 10 points by the end of the quarter. The Suns were able to cut the Hornets' lead to 5 points again in the fourth quarter, but the Hornets were able to hold on for the victory.

The Hornets' victory was a much-needed one, as they had lost their previous two games. The Suns, on the other hand, saw their three-game winning streak snapped.

Terry Rozier Leads the Way

Terry Rozier was the driving force behind the Hornets' victory. He was able to score efficiently, getting to the rim at will and knocking down shots from the outside. He also did a good job of distributing the ball, finding his teammates for open shots.

Rozier's performance was a welcome sight for the Hornets, as he has struggled with consistency this season. He has now scored 20 or more points in three of his last four games.

Hornets' Defense Stifles Suns

The Hornets' defense was also a key factor in their victory. They were able to hold the Suns to just 43.9% shooting from the field and 32.1% shooting from three-point range. They also forced the Suns into 15 turnovers.

The Hornets' defense has been a strength for them all season long. They are currently ranked 7th in the NBA in defensive rating.

Suns Struggle to Find Rhythm

The Suns struggled to find their rhythm offensively against the Hornets' defense. They were unable to get into a consistent flow and were forced to take tough shots. They also struggled to take care of the ball, committing 15 turnovers.

The Suns' offense has been a weakness for them all season long. They are currently ranked 22nd in the NBA in offensive rating.

Conclusion

The Hornets' victory over the Suns was a much-needed one. They were able to bounce back from their previous two losses and improve their record to 17-15. The Suns, on the other hand, saw their three-game winning streak snapped and fell to 18-14.

The Hornets will look to build on their victory when they host the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday night. The Suns will look to bounce back when they host the Denver Nuggets on Thursday night.

The Hornets' victory over the Suns is a reminder that they are a team with a lot of potential. If they can continue to play with the same energy and intensity, they could be a playoff contender this season.

The Suns, on the other hand, need to find a way to improve their offense. They have the talent to be a top team in the NBA, but they need to be able to score more consistently.

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