The Phoenix Suns defeated the Houston Rockets 102-99 on Saturday, November 7, 2026, behind Devin Booker’s game-high 24 points. Miles Bridges added 13 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists as Phoenix recovered from a 12-point second quarter and held off Houston at Mortgage Matchup Center.
Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown
First Quarter: Suns Build a 12-Point Lead
Phoenix opened with its highest-scoring quarter of the night, outscoring Houston 35-23. That early advantage gave the Suns a substantial cushion, although the Rockets erased it before halftime.
Second Quarter: Rockets Draw Even
Houston responded with a 24-12 second quarter, bringing the teams level at 47-47 at the break. Phoenix scored just over a third of its first-quarter total in the period, turning a promising start into an even contest.
Third Quarter: Phoenix Edges Ahead
The offenses improved after halftime, with Phoenix outscoring Houston 29-28. The Suns carried a 76-75 lead into the fourth quarter, leaving little separation after three periods.
Fourth Quarter: Suns Finish in Front
Phoenix won the final period 26-24 to secure the three-point victory in regulation. After Houston’s second-quarter recovery, the Suns’ narrow advantages in both second-half quarters ultimately supplied the winning margin.
Key Performers
- Devin Booker, Phoenix: Led all scorers with 24 points, providing the Suns’ top individual scoring contribution.
- Miles Bridges, Phoenix: Finished with 13 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists. He led Phoenix in both rebounds and assists while recording a double-double.
- Kevin Durant, Houston: Led the Rockets with 21 points and 10 rebounds, matching Bridges’ rebounding total and producing Houston’s leading double-double.
- Alperen Sengun, Houston: Recorded a team-high five assists.
NerdSports Stat: Phoenix scored 12 more points from field goals than Houston, 94-82, despite attempting eight fewer shots from the floor.
Game Analysis: Shooting Efficiency Separates the Teams
Phoenix’s efficiency proved decisive in this Suns vs. Rockets matchup. The Suns made 41 of 85 field-goal attempts, shooting 48.2%, while Houston finished 36-for-93 at 38.7%. The Rockets generated more attempts, but Phoenix converted enough of its opportunities to overcome disadvantages elsewhere.
The Suns also held the advantage from beyond the arc, making 12 of 34 attempts for 35.3%. Houston went 10-for-35, or 28.6%. Those two additional three-pointers mattered in a game decided by three points.
Ball distribution was another clear difference. Phoenix recorded 29 assists to Houston’s 16, with Bridges supplying seven. The Suns paired that passing production with a more efficient shooting night, while Durant’s double-double was not enough to lift the Rockets.
Houston stayed close through its free-throw production and a slight rebounding edge. The Rockets made 17 of 19 free throws, compared with Phoenix’s 8-for-11, and finished ahead 45-44 on the boards. That nine-point advantage at the line offset much of the Suns’ superior scoring from the floor, keeping the final margin narrow.
Closing Context: Phoenix Improves to 3-5
The victory moved Phoenix to 3-5 overall and 3-2 at home, while Houston fell to 7-3 overall and 3-2 on the road. The Suns next host the San Antonio Spurs on Monday, November 9, at 6:00 p.m. PST. The Rockets return home to face the Denver Nuggets that same evening at 5:30 p.m. PST.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Phoenix Suns defeated the Houston Rockets 102-99 on November 7, 2026.
Devin Booker scored 24 points. His individual shooting percentage was not included in the supplied game statistics.
After the win, Phoenix sits at 3-5 in the Western Conference. Its exact conference ranking was not provided.
Devin Booker was the standout scorer with a game-high 24 points. Miles Bridges delivered Phoenix’s leading all-around performance with 13 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists.
