WEB 5 takeaways from Suns strong Game 1 win vs Mavs
Despite a big night from Luka Doncic Phoenix uses its guard
The Phoenix Suns took a 1-0 lead in their Western Conference semifinals series against the Dallas Mavericks with a 121-114 win in Game 1 on Tuesday night. Despite a 45-point performance from Luka Doncic, the Suns were able to use their depth and experience to pull away in the fourth quarter.
Here are five takeaways from the Suns' Game 1 win:
1. The Suns' guard play was too much for the Mavericks
The Suns' backcourt of Chris Paul and Devin Booker was too much for the Mavericks to handle in Game 1. Paul finished with 21 points and 11 assists, while Booker added 23 points and 7 rebounds. The Suns' guards were able to create their own shots and get to the rim at will, and they also did a good job of setting up their teammates.
2. The Suns' bench was a major factor
The Suns' bench played a big role in their Game 1 win. Dario Saric finished with 18 points and 10 rebounds, while Mikal Bridges added 17 points. The Suns' bench was able to provide a spark off the bench and help the team maintain its lead in the fourth quarter.
3. The Mavericks need to find a way to slow down the Suns' offense
The Mavericks' defense was unable to slow down the Suns' offense in Game 1. The Suns shot 50.6% from the field and 42.9% from three-point range. The Mavericks need to find a way to slow down the Suns' offense if they want to win this series.
4. Luka Doncic is still a one-man show for the Mavericks
Despite his 45-point performance, Luka Doncic is still a one-man show for the Mavericks. Doncic had very little help from his teammates in Game 1, and he was forced to take on too much of the offensive load. The Mavericks need to find a way to get more production from their other players if they want to beat the Suns.
5. The Suns are the team to beat in the Western Conference
The Suns' Game 1 win was a reminder that they are the team to beat in the Western Conference. The Suns have a deep and talented roster, and they are playing with a lot of confidence. The Mavericks will need to play their best basketball if they want to beat the Suns in this series.
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