Devin Booker scores 43 points against shorthanded Warriors in Phoenix

Phoenix holds a 131-122 edge over Golden State.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 53m1 min read

Devin Booker keeps the shorthanded Warriors winless 🍿 43 points and a W in Phoenix. https://t.co/21IVyDvOCK Via @ESPNNBA on X

What happened: Devin Booker posted a game-high scoring mark while adding 7 rebounds and 7 assists during live play. Golden State's shorthanded rotation trailed in Phoenix as Booker controlled the half-court offense.

Why it matters: Golden State continues to navigate early regular-season availability challenges with a depleted rotation on the road. Booker's playmaking and high-volume scoring anchor the offense in Phoenix against Western Conference opposition.

By the numbers: Devin Booker: 43 PTS, 7 REB, 7 AST (game-high scorer). Scoreboard: Phoenix 131, Golden State Warriors 122.

What to watch: Monitor Golden State's rotation availability heading into its next regular-season matchup.

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@ESPNNBA 2026-10-25T04:40:39.404870+00:00

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