Suns and Spurs Triumph in Final NBA Cup Preparations

The Phoenix Suns and San Antonio Spurs secured impressive victories in their last matches, showcasing solid performances as they prepare for the NBA Cup quarter-finals.

Phoenix Suns Defeat Minnesota Timberwolves

The Suns defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 108-105, improving their record to 14-10. Despite missing their leading scorer Devin Booker due to a groin injury, Phoenix ended the Timberwolves’ five-game winning streak.

• Mark Williams led the Suns with 22 points.
• Collin Gillespie added 19 points.
• Dillon Brooks contributed 18 points, despite dealing with a sore Achilles tendon.

Anthony Edwards of Minnesota scored 40 points, bringing the Timberwolves to within one point late in the game. However, Gillespie sealed the game with two free throws in the final seconds.

San Antonio Spurs Triumph Over New Orleans Pelicans

In a nail-biting contest, the San Antonio Spurs edged the New Orleans Pelicans 135-132. This victory improved the Spurs’ record to 16-7. Harrison Barnes led San Antonio with 24 points, while Dylan Harper contributed 22 points coming off the bench.

• Stephon Castle returned from a hip injury, adding 18 points to the scoreline.
• Derik Queen of New Orleans achieved a triple-double with 33 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists.

The game was closely contested, with Harper’s layup in the final moments giving the Spurs the lead. The Pelicans, now 3-22, suffered their seventh consecutive defeat.

Upcoming NBA Cup Quarter-Finals

Both teams are gearing up for the NBA Cup quarter-finals, set for Wednesday. The Suns will face the Oklahoma City Thunder, who currently boast an NBA-best record of 23-1. Meanwhile, the Spurs are scheduled to play against the Los Angeles Lakers.

NBA Cup Quarter-Final Matchups

The NBA Cup quarter-finals promise to be an exciting series of matchups as teams vie for championship glory.