The Utah Jazz defeated the Phoenix Suns, 91 - 86, at Vivint Smart Home Arena on Saturday. While the Jazz were expected to win this game rather easily, it took a monster effort to beat this battling Suns team. This game was tight throughout, as there were eight ties and 20 lead changes, with neither team grabbing a double - digit lead. Defense was key for the Jazz, as they held the Suns to 41 percent shooting and just nine assists. Utah shot 48 percent on their end and recorded 17 assists. Phoenix (10 - 24) are in a tough stretch right now, as this marks their seventh loss in their last nine games. Devin Booker led the team in scoring, as he tallied 20 points, three rebounds and three steals. Eric Bledsoe was the team's best player though, as he accumulated 19 points, eight rebounds and eight assists. Tyson Chandler was the only other starter to play well, as he totaled eight points and 11 rebounds. Leandro Barbosa led the bench in scoring, dropping 12 points and five rebounds. Phoenix will return to action on Monday against a struggling Los Angeles Clippers squad. Utah (21 - 13) did n't play their best game against the Suns, but they did enough to escape with a win. Rudy Gobert continued his fantastic season, as he tied the team - lead with 18 points and 13 rebounds. Gordon Hayward matched that 18 - point total, adding nine rebounds and four assists to his tally. George Hill left after just seven minutes, as he re - injured the foot that kept him out for over a month. Derrick Favors neared a double - double, as he amassed nine points eight rebounds and three assists. Utah will look to keep rolling on Monday against the Brooklyn Nets.
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