PHOENIX — After what Phoenix Suns fans believed would be a tough start to the season, elation took over as the Suns came back from 20 points down to defeat the Sacramento Kings, 120-116, for their first win of the year on Wednesday.
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Oct 22, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) shoots the ball against Sacramento Kings guard Nique Clifford (5) during the first quarter at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
The Suns’ first half didn’t start well, as the team struggled to make shots and couldn’t contain the Kings’ runs. Sacramento led 71-54 at halftime. The second half, however, told a different story as Phoenix rallied from behind to stun Sacramento.
Suns forward Devin Booker had 31 points with five rebounds and three assists. Newcomer Dillon Brooks had 22 points, four rebounds and three assists.
Oct 22, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks (3) drives to the basket against Sacramento Kings forward Drew Eubanks (19) during the first quarter at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Fans on X (formerly known as Twitter) couldn’t contain their excitement, praising the grit and heart the team showed until the very end. Many believed these qualities were lacking last season.
Lot of heart shown on Opening Night
That was fun 👍 https://t.co/mNLrfJ7xNs
— Braiden Bell (@braidenbellpxp) October 23, 2025
I honestly can’t believe what I just witnessed. Last season I watched so many leads get washed away & tonight I watched a blowout L turn into a W 😳 team showed me a lot of heart tonight. Heart I didn’t see last season https://t.co/Yz4UBJcXw1
— Calvin Pickett (@40Caliboy) October 23, 2025
“It feels like new life” – Booker
okay i’m ready to have radical hope again!!! https://t.co/cCyCf6vZ54
— n. warner 🐍 (@7nwarner7) October 23, 2025
1-0 🔥 https://t.co/x9Lz8RrYBe
— The AZ sports fan! (@TheAZsportsfan1) October 23, 2025
Oct 22, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns head coach Jordan Ott calls to his team during the first quarter of the game against the Sacramento Kings at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
It wasn’t just a win for fans, but it was also a sign of hope for the season. After a widely followed offseason, the new-look team showed what it’s capable of and hinted at the identity the Suns have been searching for.
Even though it was only the first game of the season and the team is not yet at full strength, Wednesday’s game showed promise. With many more games to play and plenty of ups and downs ahead, the Suns can still build on their first win to carry momentum through the rest of the season.
Oct 22, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Royce O’Neale (00) reacts to a play during the second half against the Sacramento Kings at the Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
The win felt earned and the reaction afterwards confirms it.
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Wendy Lopez is a reporter for Burn City Sports. You can follow her on her X account, @wlopezde
