Suns return to early struggles in Warriors loss

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00:00Welcome to a closer look at the Phoenix Suns challenging matchup. The margin for error is

00:06crucial, especially for a team like the Phoenix Suns, which is currently facing challenges due

00:11to a lack of depth and a disparity in talent. This was clearly demonstrated in their 118-107

00:17defeat against the Golden State Warriors. During the game on Tuesday night, the Warriors who have

00:23a strong record of 5-3 quickly capitalized on the Suns' early struggles. The Suns managed to score

00:29only four points in the final 5-0-4 of the first quarter, while the Warriors went on a 16-4 run,

00:35establishing a 14-point lead as they entered the second quarter. The Warriors were particularly

00:40effective from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of their first 16 three-point attempts, and the quality of

00:46shots taken by both teams was relatively similar. However, the Suns began to falter, displaying a

00:52level of play reminiscent of their earlier games this season, prior to their recent improvements.

00:56Their defensive rotations became less effective, they struggled to secure loose balls, and unforced

01:02turnovers began to increase, leading to a decline in their performance. As anticipated, the Warriors

01:08took full advantage of these mistakes. The team managed to increase their lead to 25 points midway

01:13through the quarter, continuing the pattern of significant early deficits observed in their

01:17first four games. This was achieved, despite Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler contributing only a combined

01:23total of eight points. The Phoenix Suns found some easier scoring opportunities for the remainder of

01:28the half, but Curry responded by hitting several three-pointers maintaining a 19-point advantage as

01:34they headed into halftime. As the second half commenced, Curry scored an easy layup following a cut,

01:39and a turnover by the Suns led to another open three-pointer for him. This sequence effectively

01:44signaled the end of any further analysis regarding the game's flow. However, it is worth noting that the

01:50Suns made a commendable effort to mount a comeback, highlighted by a 16-2 run in the late third

01:55quarter, and another push in the final period that reduced the Warriors' lead to eight points.

02:01Unfortunately, the errors that had put the Suns in a difficult position continued to reappear.

02:06Devin Booker maintained his excellent performance from the previous two games, showcasing his shooting

02:11ability. He finished the game with 38 points, shooting 13 of 24 from the field, but Golden State at times,

02:17the team appeared to prioritize giving Booker the opportunity to score, which came at the cost of

02:23his ability to facilitate plays and get the overall offense moving. Additionally, the low number of

02:28assists, four in total, along with five turnovers, can be attributed to his teammates' struggles with

02:34shooting. Mark Williams had a strong performance, contributing 16 points and 16 rebounds, along with

02:40four assists. Grayson Allen also made a significant impact, scoring 16 points, grabbing four rebounds,

02:46providing five assists, and recording three steals. The season has been challenging for backup centers

02:52Oso Iguodaro and Nick Richards. Iguodaro's offensive limitations are becoming more apparent,

02:57as he struggles to score effectively outside of easy finishes at the basket. Meanwhile, Richards has

03:02been unable to avoid making self-inflicted mistakes, leading to a tough outing for both players on

03:06Tuesday. As both players continue to face difficulties, the demand from fans for number 10 pick

03:11common malewatch to get playing time is likely to grow. It seems that the Phoenix organization is

03:17currently holding him back, possibly because they believe he would benefit more from learning in a

03:21less error-prone environment, as well as the noticeable difference in effectiveness between

03:26him and the current players. The absence of certain options can significantly alter one's thought

03:31process, especially when a gap that previously existed is no longer present. Stephen Curry managed to

03:36score 28 points, while Warriors player Moses Moody contributed notably with 24 points, showcasing

03:43some impressive shots throughout the game. Although the turnover count was relatively close with the

03:48Suns committing 17 and the Warriors 16, the real difference lay in the points generated from those

03:54turnovers, where the Warriors outscored the Suns 25-12. This disparity highlights a major concern that has

04:00emerged during the troubling first week of the season. The Phoenix team felt the impact of missing

04:06Jalen Green, who is dealing with a right hamstring strain, and Dylan Brooks, who has a core muscle

04:11strain. There are still no definitive updates regarding their recovery timelines or expected

04:16return dates. For Golden State Butler played only in the first half after being listed as questionable

04:21prior to the game, he finished with just two points, shooting one for five in 14 minutes a play.

04:27Do you believe the Suns have what it takes to tighten their defense

04:30and close out games against top-tier opponents?

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