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The Phoenix Suns defeated the San Antonio Spurs 130–118 on November 2 at Footprint Center, with Devin Booker leading Phoenix's balanced attack with 28 points while Rodney Dunn contributed 17. The Suns shot 58.2 percent from the field and made 19 three-pointers, building a commanding second-quarter advantage that proved decisive; Phoenix outscored San Antonio 39–28 in that period to establish control. Despite the Spurs' strong third-quarter defense and a 40-point fourth quarter, San Antonio's 45.9 percent shooting and 10 made threes proved insufficient. Spurs guard Stephon Castle paced the visitors with 26 points, while Keldon Johnson added 19, but San Antonio's 20 turnovers and defensive rating of 125.4 exposed vulnerabilities. Phoenix's 34 assists and 125.4 offensive rating reflected efficient ball movement and execution, while the Spurs' 11 steals offered limited consolation. The loss highlights San Antonio's ongoing struggles against elite perimeter shooting and ball security.
