In a nail-biting finish that had fans on the edge of their seats, the Phoenix Suns narrowly edged out the Golden State Warriors with a final score of **99-98!** The game, which took place on Thursday, December 19, 2025, saw Jordan Goodwin make the clutch free throw with a mere 0.4 seconds remaining, securing the victory for the Suns.
Devin Booker was a key player, scoring 23 of his 25 points in the second half, fueling the Suns' comeback.
The Warriors, however, didn't make it easy. Stephen Curry, known for his incredible shooting, tied the game at 98 with two free throws with just 21.7 seconds left. This set the stage for a dramatic final possession. Dillon Brooks missed a 3-pointer, but Goodwin grabbed the rebound and was fouled on the putback attempt.
Goodwin's first free throw missed, adding to the tension, but he sunk the second one, sealing the win.
Dillon Brooks had a strong performance with 24 points, and Collin Gillespie added 16.
But here's where it gets controversial... The Suns' victory wasn't without its challenges. In the final minute, Brooks committed a flagrant foul that almost cost the team the game. With the Suns leading 96-91 with 38.3 seconds left, Brooks hit Curry in the stomach after a 3-point attempt, resulting in a Flagrant 1 foul. Curry made both free throws, and Jimmy Butler followed with a 3-pointer to tie the game at 96 with 35.5 seconds remaining.
Jimmy Butler led the Warriors with an impressive 31 points. Brandin Podziemski scored 18 points, shooting 8 of 11 from the field, and Stephen Curry contributed 15 points.
Curry's shooting struggles were evident, as he only made 3 of 13 shots from the field, including 2 of 9 from long range. This was a stark contrast to his previous game, where he scored 48 points against the Trail Blazers.
The Warriors' 20 turnovers also played a significant role in their defeat.
The game saw several momentum shifts. Golden State built a 62-48 lead early in the third quarter, but Phoenix rallied to tie the score at 66 a few minutes later, thanks to a Booker 3-pointer. The Warriors managed to regain the lead, entering the fourth quarter with a 71-70 advantage.
At halftime, Golden State led 53-46. Butler had 16 points for the Warriors, while Brooks led the Suns with 20. Phoenix struggled with their shooting in the first half, only making 37% of their shots.
And this is the part most people miss... The Suns and Warriors are set to face each other again on Saturday in San Francisco, promising another exciting matchup.
What are your thoughts on the game? Do you think the flagrant foul was a turning point? Let us know in the comments!
