Suns Huge comeback win vs. Minnesota -

Phoenix, AZ – On November 21, 2025, Phoenix stunned Minnesota 114-113 with a rally capped by Collin Gillespie’s jumper with 6.4 seconds left. (ESPN.com)
What made it especially impressive:

The Suns clamped down defensively late, used full-court pressure to force turnovers, and disrupted Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle, who looked discombobulated during the comeback.
This was achieved even while their star guard Devin Booker was on the bench (for foul trouble or other reasons) — showing the depth and grit of the roster.
Gillespie’s go-ahead floater/jumper (his late‐game hero moment) underscored how much he’s stepped up with Green out.
The game story mentioned that despite a “poor” outing from Booker (4-of-18, 9 turnovers), the Suns found a way to win. (Bright Side Of The Sun)
The Timberwolves committed key turnovers in the final minutes, and Phoenix’s pressure turned the tide.

In short: a defense-and-hustle performance, leadership from unexpected quarters (Gillespie), and resilience while their usual pieces were either off form or absent.

Season-so-far team statistics & record

Here’s where Phoenix stands in 2025-26 (so far) and some highlight stats.

Record: As of that game, the Suns were 10-6. (Sportsgambler)
Offensive stats:

Points per game: ~119.0. (ESPN.com)
Field goal percentage: ~47.5%. (FOX Sports)
Three-point percentage: ~38.4%. (NBA)
Assists per game: ~26.8. (ESPN.com)

Defensive & other context:

Opponent points per game (what Suns allow): ~114.0. (TeamRankings)
Rebounds per game: ~43.7 (Suns), which is relatively low/rank middling. (ESPN.com)
Their offense is middle of the pack (~13th overall), and their defense is somewhat better (~8th in opponent points per game). (FOX Sports)

Interpretation: They’re capable on offense, though not elite. On defense, they’ve made strides — which helps explain how they were able to claw back vs. Minnesota. The fact that they could force turnovers late and disrupt Minnesota backs up this defensive uptick.

Next game & odds

The Suns’ next scheduled game:

Date: Sunday, November 23, 2025
Opponent: San Antonio Spurs
Location: Phoenix (home) at the “Mortgage Matchup Center”. (FOX Sports)
Odds/line: The Suns are favored by about 2.5-3 points. Total points set at ~234.5. Moneyline: Suns around –145 (favorites) vs. Spurs around +125. (Odds Shark)

So if you’re tracking Phoenix, they’ve got a home date coming up where sportsbooks expect them to win, but it’s not a blowout expectation — the line is modest.

Collin Gillespie’s role & Jalen Green’s absence

When Green is out, Phoenix has leaned more on others — and Gillespie has begun to shine. Key points:

With Green sidelined (hamstring issues), the Suns have needed other guards to step into increased roles. (The Times of India)
Gillespie’s go-ahead jumper vs. Minnesota capped a rally and showcased his growth. He’s stepping into high-pressure moments. (Canis Hoopus)
The article on the game noted “the bigger story was … sharpshooter Collin Gillespie … looked unstoppable for much of the game.” (Canis Hoopus)
With Green out, Phoenix’s guard rotation and depth are being tested, and so far they’re responding-that’s encouraging for their long-term outlook.

Final thoughts

This win shows the Suns have more fight than many expected. They’ve improved defensively (or at least showed a good defensive performance) and have enough pieces stepping up to win tight games when things don’t go smoothly offensively. They’re not elite yet, but if they keep this up, they could surprise more than one opponent.

Their next game is a good test — home game, modest favorite status, and a chance to build momentum.