Devin Booker Leads Phoenix Suns to Upset Victory Over Kevin Durant and Rockets

Devin Booker scored nine straight points down the stretch to lift the Phoenix Suns over Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets 102-99 on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, snapping an eight-game losing streak against the Rockets.

Played before a sellout crowd of 17,071 at Mortgage Matchup Center, the victory improved Phoenix to 3-5 while dropping Houston to 7-3.

The win marked a crucial turning point for the Suns, who limited their opponent under 40% shooting from the field for the first time this season.

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Jalen Green ignited Phoenix in the opening period with an eight-point first quarter on 4-of-4 shooting, helping the Suns erupt for 76% shooting in the first frame to take a 35-23 lead. Green finished the contest with 16 points and six assists.

Dillon Brooks added 11 points, including three 3-pointers, and spent stretches guarding Durant. Miles Bridges posted a near triple-double with 13 points, 10 rebounds, and seven assists as the only starter with a plus rating at plus-4, while Luke Kennard scored all 11 of his points in the first half.

Durant posted a double-double of 21 points and 10 rebounds for Houston, hitting a jumper to pull the Rockets within three points with 46.7 seconds remaining.

After Booker missed subsequent shots, Durant had an opportunity to tie the game with 10.6 seconds left, getting Brooks off his feet with a fake before hoisting a deep 3-pointer in front of the Rockets bench. The shot hit the front iron and bounced away, sealing the upset for Phoenix.

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The Suns continue their season-long, seven-homestand on Nov. 9 against the defending Western Conference champion San Antonio Spurs, who hold an 8-2 record. Phoenix and Houston will meet again in Houston on Nov. 25 for NBA Cup group play.