The Background
The Phoenix Suns and the Denver Nuggets are two of the most exciting teams in the NBA, and they recently faced off in the 2021 Western Conference semifinals. The Suns finished the regular season with a record of 51-21, while the Nuggets finished with a record of 47-25. Despite the slightly better record, the Suns were considered the underdogs heading into the series due to injuries to key players.
The Series
The series started out with a bang, as the Suns won the first two games on their home court. The Nuggets bounced back with a win in Game 3, but the Suns took Game 4 to take a commanding 3-1 lead in the series. The Nuggets were facing elimination in Game 5, but they managed to pull out a win to keep their season alive.
Game 6 was a must-win for the Nuggets, but the Suns came out firing and took an early lead. The Nuggets managed to stay within striking distance, but the Suns held on for a 125-118 win to close out the series and advance to the Western Conference Finals.
The Key Players
Devin Booker was the star of the series for the Suns, averaging 25.5 points per game and shooting 45.9% from the field. Chris Paul was also instrumental in the Suns’ success, averaging 13.3 points and 8.8 assists per game. For the Nuggets, Nikola Jokic was their best player, averaging 29.8 points, 11.5 rebounds, and 6.1 assists per game.
The Impact
The Suns’ victory over the Nuggets was a huge moment for the franchise, as they had not advanced to the Western Conference Finals since 2010. It was also a statement win for the team, as they were able to overcome injuries to key players and beat a tough opponent in the Nuggets. The series showcased some of the best talent in the NBA and provided fans with some thrilling moments.
The Future
The Suns will now face the Los Angeles Clippers in the Western Conference Finals, while the Nuggets will have to regroup and look towards next season. Both teams have bright futures, with young stars like Booker and Jokic leading the way. Fans can expect more exciting matchups between these two teams in the years to come.
