Suns fall 127-109 to Raptors, extend slump

The Phoenix Suns fell to the Toronto Raptors 127-109 in a disappointing performance that underscored their struggles this season. Despite Devin Booker and Bradley Beal combining for 61 points, their efforts were not enough to overcome a lackluster defense, as the Raptors hit 20 three-pointers at a 57.1% clip. Toronto's Chris Boucher led the team with 23 points off the bench, while RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley also contributed 23 points each. The Suns' inability to set a positive tone early in games continues to haunt them, as they allowed an average of 121.3 points in their recent outings. With this loss, the Suns now hold a record of 27-30, having dropped five of their last six games. Head coach Mike Budenholzer emphasized the need for improvements, particularly on defense, moving forward.