The Suns lost to the Grizzlies 118-120. Durant scored 35 points but missed the buzzer beater and was swept

March 11, NBA regular season continues today, Phoenix Suns challenge Memphis Grizzlies away. The two teams fought for four quarters, the game suspense remained until the last moment, and finally the Suns lost 118-120, and suffered a season sweep by the Grizzlies. In this game, Durant scored 35 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists, and Booker contributed 26 points, 9 rebounds, and 6 assists, but failed to lead the team to win. For the Grizzlies, Morant showed leadership style, scoring 29 points and 12 assists, leading the team's 7 players to score in double figures, successfully defending the home court.

At the beginning of the game, the Grizzlies were slow to get into the game, while the Suns played very aggressively on the road, with Durant and Booker taking turns to score and quickly taking the initiative. The Suns scored 34 points in a single quarter and took an 8-point lead into the second quarter.

In the second quarter, the Grizzlies gradually regained their form. Morant led the team's offense, and Spencer, Jackson and others made consecutive hits. The Grizzlies recovered 6 points in a single quarter. The Suns' offensive end was more passive as their outside shooting decreased. At the end of the half, the Suns still led by a slight advantage, but the situation on the field had quietly changed.

After the break, the Grizzlies continued their strong performance in the second quarter, firing on all cylinders on the offensive end, scoring 38 points in a single quarter, with Morant frequently delivering wonderful passes, and players such as Pippen Jr. and Stevens contributing key points. Although the Suns recovered after adjustments, they still failed to prevent the Grizzlies from overtaking the score and fell behind their opponents in the final quarter.

At the decisive moment, the Suns launched a fierce counterattack. Durant and Booker led the team to continuously narrow the gap. The game was once in a stalemate. In the last minute, the Suns were 2 points behind and had the key ball. Durant tried to complete the buzzer-beater with a three-pointer, but unfortunately missed. In the end, the Suns lost 118-120 and were swept by the Grizzlies in the season.

Suns player statistics

Durant 35 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists, Booker 26 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists, Tyus Jones 12 points, 3 rebounds, 7 assists, Richards 10 points, 12 rebounds, 2 assists, Plumlee 10 points, 8 rebounds, 1 assist, O'Neal 9 points, 4 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals, Allen 9 points, 1 rebound, 3 assists, Ball 7 points, Gillespie 4 rebounds, 5 assists

Grizzlies player statistics

Morant 29 points, 4 rebounds, 12 assists, Spencer 16 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist, 3 steals, GG Jackson 14 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals, Huff 14 points, 3 rebounds, 2 blocks, Stevens 13 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists, Pippen Jr. 13 points, 1 rebound, 2 assists, 2 steals, Bane 10 points, 7 rebounds, 3 assists, Bagley 9 points, 5 rebounds, 2 blocks, Wells 2 points, 6 rebounds, 2 assists, Konchar 1 rebound

In this game, the Suns tried their best on the road, but failed to seize the opportunity at the critical moment. Durant scored 35 points in the game, but missed the key three-pointer at the last moment and failed to help the team turn around. Booker also performed well, but facing the overall performance of the Grizzlies, the Suns still couldn't stand it. As for the Grizzlies, Morant successfully led the team to complete the season sweep of the Suns with his comprehensive performance.

After this loss, the Suns need to adjust their status quickly to avoid losing streak affecting morale, while the Grizzlies continue to maintain their good momentum and accumulate more wins to compete for a playoff spot.