Devin Booker, Phoenix Suns (Image source Getty Images)

Devin Booker, the star guard Phoenix Suns’, was aware of the game against the New Orleans Pelicans and knew that the game would be difficult to win. Booker had previously scored 50 points or more in three straight games against New Orleans. The Phoenix Suns battled back from a 10-point fourth-quarter deficit, but New Orleans rallied late to prevent a season series sweep, 113-105.

A controversy occurred late in the third quarter when the Pelicans physically attacked Booker throughout the game in an attempt to block him from gaining momentum.

However, This technique resulted in a fight between the two teams late in the third quarter. following Devin Booker’s offensive foul for clashing with Zion Williamson.

Dyson Daniels shoved Booker, and he replied. Drew Eubanks drew Jose Alvarado away after the two exchanged words, and he got into Booker’s face.

This strategy eventually paid off, as the Pelicans frustrated Phoenix (46-32) 113-105, their first win over the latter this season. Booker finished with 25 points, 7 assists, and 4 turnovers.

Devin Booker’s offensive foul heated the game

The two teams have a history extending back to the 2020–21 playoff series and Williamson’s game-winning 360-degree dunk in 2022–23. Aside from that, they are struggling to get out of the Western Conference playoff picture, with New Orleans’ victory bringing their total to 46-32.

Fans are amazed after watching these heated alarcations between the Phoenix Suns and New Orleans Pelicans. Additionally, many analysts also reacted to the scenario and gave their opinions.

With four games remaining, the Suns lead the head-to-head tiebreaker, even though the Pelicans and Suns are now tied for sixth place in the Western Conference.