The Phoenix Suns defeated the Orlando Magic 117-104 on Thursday, November 5, 2026, behind Devin Booker’s game-high 30 points, eight assists and three steals. Phoenix made 17 three-pointers and built a 23-point lead through three quarters at Mortgage Matchup Center, providing enough separation to withstand Orlando’s stronger fourth quarter.
Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown
First Quarter: Suns Establish a Seven-Point Advantage
Phoenix opened with a 33-26 first quarter, establishing an early scoring advantage at home. The Suns’ seven-point cushion set the foundation for a night in which they outscored Orlando in each of the first three periods.
Second Quarter: Phoenix Extends Its Lead
The Suns added another 30 points in the second quarter while holding the Magic to 25. That pushed Phoenix’s halftime lead to 63-51, giving the home team a 12-point advantage heading into the break.
Third Quarter: Suns Create Decisive Separation
Phoenix delivered its biggest quarterly advantage after halftime, outscoring Orlando 33-22. The Suns entered the fourth ahead 96-73 after matching their first-quarter scoring total and limiting the Magic to their lowest-scoring period of the game.
Fourth Quarter: Magic Reduce the Deficit
Orlando finished with a 31-21 fourth quarter, trimming 10 points from the deficit. That improvement was not enough to erase Phoenix’s earlier work, and the Suns secured the 117-104 victory in regulation.
Key Performers
- Devin Booker, Phoenix: Led all scorers with 30 points and added eight assists and three steals, combining scoring production with playmaking.
- Miles Bridges, Phoenix: Collected a team-high 13 rebounds, matching Orlando’s individual rebounding leader.
- Wendell Carter Jr., Orlando: Paced the Magic with 27 points and 13 rebounds for a double-double.
- Franz Wagner, Orlando: Delivered a game-high 15 assists, accounting for more than half of the Magic’s 28 assists.
NerdSports Stat: Phoenix’s four extra made three-pointers supplied a 12-point advantage from beyond the arc—just one point shy of the final winning margin—even though Orlando attempted four more threes.
Game Analysis: Three-Point Efficiency Makes the Difference
Phoenix’s perimeter efficiency was a central factor. The Suns made 17 of 34 three-point attempts, an even 50%, while Orlando finished 13 of 38 for 34.2%. Phoenix also shot 51.7% overall, converting 45 of 87 field-goal attempts, compared with Orlando’s 39-of-81 performance and 48.1% shooting.
The Suns paired that accuracy with 30 assists, two more than the Magic. Booker led Phoenix with eight, while Wagner’s 15 assists gave Orlando a productive playmaking presence despite the result.
Orlando held a substantial 48-33 rebounding advantage, but that edge did not offset the shooting gap. Free throws also limited the Magic’s return from more attempts: Orlando went 13 of 24 at the line, or 54.2%, while Phoenix made 10 of 13 for 76.9%. The Magic earned 11 more attempts but gained only three more points at the stripe.
The quarter-by-quarter totals tell the broader story. Phoenix accumulated a 23-point advantage over the first 36 minutes, leaving Orlando too much ground to recover despite its improved final period.
Closing Context: Suns Improve to 2-5
Phoenix improved to 2-5 overall and 2-2 at home, while Orlando fell to 2-6 overall and 2-2 on the road. The Suns next host the San Antonio Spurs on Monday, November 9, at 6:00 p.m. PST. The Magic next face the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday, November 10, at 7:00 p.m. PST. Both teams remain below .500 early in the NBA season, but Phoenix leaves this matchup with a home victory built on efficient shooting and a productive first three quarters.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Phoenix Suns defeated the Orlando Magic 117-104 on November 5, 2026.
Devin Booker scored 30 points. His individual shooting percentage was not provided in the available game statistics.
After the win, the Phoenix Suns sit 2-5 in the Western Conference.
Devin Booker was the standout performer with a game-high 30 points, eight assists and three steals.
