Suns Dominate Early Stages
The Phoenix Suns secured a decisive 117-104 victory over the visiting Orlando Magic on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at Mortgage Matchup Center. Devin Booker was the standout performer for Phoenix, finishing with 30 points and eight assists. The home team established control early, outscoring Orlando 33-26 in the first quarter.
They maintained that momentum in the second period, winning the frame 30-25 to take a 63-51 lead into halftime. A crowd of 17,071 witnessed the Suns extend their advantage in the third quarter, where they outscored the Magic 33-22. By the end of the third period, Phoenix held a 96-73 lead, effectively setting the stage for the final outcome.
Magic Attempt to Recover
Orlando’s primary offensive threat was Wendell Carter Jr., who recorded 27 points and 13 rebounds. Franz Wagner contributed significantly on the playmaking side, dishing out 15 assists. Despite these efforts, the Magic struggled to contain the Suns’ perimeter shooting and inside scoring combination.
The fourth quarter saw a slight shift in momentum as Orlando closed the gap, outscoring Phoenix 31-21 in the final period. However, the deficit was too large to overcome. The Suns’ consistent scoring in the first three quarters proved to be the deciding factor, as they never trailed at any point during the game.
The visiting team’s best stretch came in the fourth, but it was not enough to challenge the final result.
