Suns’ Winning Streak Ends After Fourth-Quarter Meltdown vs. Hawks -

Game Recap

On Sunday night at the Footprint Center in Phoenix, the Suns fell to the Hawks 124-122, snapping a five-game winning streak. (Reuters)

What happened:

Phoenix built a strong lead: They went on a run late in the third quarter and into the fourth to establish a 22-point advantage. (Reuters)
In particular, at one point the lead was about 103-81 with roughly 10 minutes left. (Reuters)
Then came the collapse: Atlanta outscored the Suns 47-27 in the final quarter. (Reuters)
Key performers for Atlanta: Nickeil Alexander‑Walker scored 26 (including 16 in the 4th), Onyeka Okongwu had 27 points, and Jalen Johnson posted 25 points and 10 rebounds. (Reuters)
For Phoenix: Dillon Brooks led with 34 points, Devin Booker had 27, and Collin Gillespie chipped in 15 points, eight boards, and seven assists. (Reuters)

What broke down:

Despite controlling much of the game, Phoenix’s defense in the 4th quarter fell apart. They couldn’t stop Atlanta’s surge. (Bright Side Of The Sun)
Turnovers and rushed shots were flagged as contributing factors to the Suns’ late-game struggles. (Bright Side Of The Sun)
The inability to close had been a recurring concern, and this game served as a poignant reminder of it.

Why it hurts:

The Suns had just strung together a five-game winning streak and looked to continue momentum — now it’s snapped.
Playing at home, they had the advantage but couldn’t seal it.
Confidence matters: letting a lead of 22 points slip away can shake belief.

What This Means for the Suns

This game is a wake-up call that even when offense is clicking (Brooks and Booker were great), the team still needs to secure the game on both ends. The fourth-quarter performance will be the central talking point.

They have the talent to win games like this, but closing them — especially defensively — remains a hurdle.

Up Next & Betting Outlook

NBA Schedule

Spurs (SAS) @ Suns (PHX) on Sunday, Nov 02, 2025 at 05:00 PM PST. Final score: SAS 118 – PHX 130
Suns (PHX) @ Warriors (GSW) on Tuesday, Nov 04, 2025 at 07:00 PM PST. Final score: PHX 107 – GSW 118
Clippers (LAC) @ Suns (PHX) on Thursday, Nov 06, 2025 at 06:00 PM PST. Final score: LAC 102 – PHX 115
Suns (PHX) @ Clippers (LAC) on Saturday, Nov 08, 2025 at 07:30 PM PST. Final score: PHX 114 – LAC 103
Pelicans (NOP) @ Suns (PHX) on Monday, Nov 10, 2025 at 06:00 PM PST. Final score: NOP 98 – PHX 121
Suns (PHX) @ Mavericks (DAL) on Wednesday, Nov 12, 2025 at 05:30 PM PST. Final score: PHX 123 – DAL 114
Pacers (IND) @ Suns (PHX) on Thursday, Nov 13, 2025 at 06:00 PM PST. Final score: IND 98 – PHX 133
Hawks (ATL) @ Suns (PHX) on Sunday, Nov 16, 2025 at 05:00 PM PST. Final score: ATL 124 – PHX 122
Suns @ Trail Blazers on Tuesday, Nov 18, 2025 at 08:00 PM PST
Timberwolves @ Suns on Friday, Nov 21, 2025 at 06:00 PM PST
Spurs @ Suns on Sunday, Nov 23, 2025 at 05:00 PM PST
Rockets @ Suns on Monday, Nov 24, 2025 at 06:30 PM PST
Suns @ Kings on Wednesday, Nov 26, 2025 at 07:00 PM PST
Suns @ Thunder on Friday, Nov 28, 2025 at 06:30 PM PST
Nuggets @ Suns on Saturday, Nov 29, 2025 at 06:00 PM PST
Suns @ Lakers on Monday, Dec 01, 2025 at 07:00 PM PST
Suns @ Rockets on Friday, Dec 05, 2025 at 05:00 PM PST
Suns @ Timberwolves on Monday, Dec 08, 2025 at 05:00 PM PST

According to the upcoming schedule:

After the loss to Atlanta on Nov 16, they travel to play the Portland Trail Blazers on Nov 18. (BetMGM)
Betting odds: There are some lines available for the Suns. For example, vs. the Indiana Pacers earlier, Phoenix was favored by ~4.5 points. (SI)
For the next game, a specific spread/total hasn’t been published widely yet, but sources suggest Phoenix is typically favored when healthy. (DraftKings Sportsbook)

What to watch betting-wise:

Will the Suns bounce back on the road? Road games are always tougher.
Can they avoid another late-game collapse? If they can’t, even being favored could be risky.
Totals: Because of their recent offensive output, over-games might be intriguing if defense remains suspect.

Final Thoughts

The Suns showed that they can dominate large stretches — but what happened in the fourth quarter against the Hawks shows interior cracks that need fixing. If this team is going to contend, closing games is non-negotiable. They’ll get a chance quickly on the road against Portland, and that game may set the tone for whether this team stays on the upward arc or slips back into inconsistency.

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