CURSD Match Report: Phoenix Suns 😔 Unlucky (-16) | Denver Nuggets 😏 Lucky (+16)
Phoenix Suns 120 - 127 Denver Nuggets. Phoenix Suns shot 59% eFG, Denver Nuggets shot 65% eFG. The data says Phoenix Suns deserved better in this game.
The Data
| Stat | Phoenix Suns | Denver Nuggets |
|---|---|---|
| Final | 120 | 127 |
| FG | 46-94 (49%) | 42-80 (53%) |
| 3PT | 18-42 (43%) | 20-37 (54%) |
| FT | 10-11 (91%) | 23-30 (77%) |
| eFG% | 58.5% | 65.0% |
| Rebounds (off) | 42 (15) | 40 (12) |
| Assists | 34 | 30 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 19 |
| Steals | 10 | 11 |
| Blocks | 5 | 3 |
| Fouls | 22 | 13 |
Key Signals
- Phoenix Suns won the efficiency battle (59% vs 65% eFG) but lost - Denver Nuggets scorched from three: 20/37 (54%, +18 vs league avg) - Denver Nuggets took 19 more free throws (11-30 FTA)
Verdict
CURSD Match Score: Phoenix Suns -16 (Unlucky) | Denver Nuggets +16 (Lucky)
Phoenix Suns were on the wrong side of the variance, but it wasn't egregious.