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.

• Reuters
• Peachtree Hoops
• Bright Side Of The Sun