The Golden State Warriors defeated the Phoenix Suns 116-113 on Monday, November 2, 2026, behind Stephen Curry’s 34 points, six rebounds and seven assists. Golden State overcame a 12-point first-quarter deficit at Chase Center, winning a close finish after the teams entered the fourth quarter tied.
Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown
First Quarter: Suns Build a 12-Point Lead
Phoenix established the early advantage, outscoring Golden State 31-19 in the opening period. The Warriors faced an immediate challenge after producing their lowest-scoring quarter of the night.
Second Quarter: Warriors Cut the Deficit in Half
Golden State responded with a 32-26 second quarter, trimming Phoenix’s lead to 57-51 at halftime. That six-point gain began a pattern: the Warriors would outscore the Suns in each of the final three periods.
Third Quarter: Golden State Draws Even
The teams combined for 78 points in the third quarter, with Golden State outpacing Phoenix 42-36. The Warriors’ highest-scoring period erased the remaining halftime deficit and brought the game level at 93-93 entering the fourth.
Fourth Quarter: Warriors Earn the Three-Point Win
Scoring slowed considerably in the final period. Golden State held Phoenix to 20 points while adding 23, creating the decisive three-point separation. The Warriors completed the comeback in regulation in front of 18,064 fans.
Key Performers
- Stephen Curry, Warriors: Led all scorers with 34 points and added six rebounds and a team-high seven assists.
- Charles Bassey, Warriors: Led Golden State with eight rebounds, contributing to the team’s 43-37 advantage on the boards.
- Devin Booker, Suns: Paced Phoenix with 26 points.
- Miles Bridges, Suns: Delivered 21 points, six rebounds and four steals.
- Jalen Green, Suns: Led Phoenix with eight assists as the Suns finished with 28 assists to Golden State’s 23.
- Dillon Brooks, Suns: Collected a team-high eight rebounds.
NerdSports Stat: Golden State outscored Phoenix 70-55 on three-pointers and free throws combined—a 15-point advantage that offset a 12-point deficit in scoring from two-point baskets.
Game Analysis: Free Throws Offset Phoenix’s Shooting Edge
Phoenix shot better from the field, making 47.1% of its attempts compared with Golden State’s 42.9%. The Suns also posted the stronger three-point percentage, 36.7% to 31.0%. Those efficiency advantages were not enough because the Warriors generated more points at the foul line and made two more three-pointers.
Golden State finished 31-for-37 on free throws, an 83.8% conversion rate. Phoenix went 22-for-29, shooting 75.9%. That nine-point difference at the line was substantial in a game decided by three.
The Warriors also attempted 42 three-pointers to Phoenix’s 30, finishing with 13 makes to the Suns’ 11. Golden State paired that volume with a six-rebound advantage and enough fourth-quarter scoring to complete its recovery from the early deficit.
Closing Context: Warriors Improve to 5-3
Golden State improved to 5-3 overall and 3-1 at home, while Phoenix fell to 1-4 and remained winless on the road at 0-3. The Warriors next host the Miami Heat on Thursday, November 5, at 7:00 p.m. PST. The Suns return home to face the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday, November 4, at 6:00 p.m. PST, seeking their second win of the season.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Golden State Warriors defeated the Phoenix Suns 116-113 on November 2, 2026.
Stephen Curry scored 34 points. His individual shooting percentage was not provided in the available game statistics.
After the win, the Golden State Warriors sit 5-3 in the Western Conference.
Stephen Curry was the standout performer with 34 points, six rebounds and seven assists.