Coming in as heavy underdogs, Phoenix turned some heads today with a solid 113-101 win over New Orleans. Said one broadcaster, "I didn't know Phoenix were that good, quite frankly. They really haven't done much all season, but the way they came in and handled New Orleans showed what they're capable of."

The thoughts were echoed by New Orleans coach Bob. "We had pretty thorough film sessions coming into the game, and we never saw them execute that well. [Phoenix coach] Bob did a great job getting them ready, and we'll have to see if this was a one-time performance or if they can maintain that level of play."

Phoenix was led by Bryant (28 points, 16 boards, 2 assists, a steal, a block), Bermel (10 points, 10 assists, 2 steals), Taylor (22 points, 1 assists, 2 blocks). New Orleans was led by Fletcher (30 points, 15 boards, 2 assists, a steal, 3 blocks), Taylor (11 points, 3 steals), Cummings (13 points, 6 boards, 2 assists, a steal).

Phoenix snapped their losing streak at 6 games, and stand at 9-22 and 4-12 at home. They stay at #3 in the Pacific and stay at #13 overall in the Western Conference. New Orleans fall to 17-15. They stay at #3 in the Southwest and hold at #6 overall in the Western Conference.

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