Chris Paul Sets Career-High in Three-Pointers in Suns’ Victory over Denver

Veteran point guard Chris Paul led the Phoenix Suns to a thrilling 119-115 win over the Denver Nuggets on Thursday night, thanks to a career-high seven three-pointers. Paul finished the game with 25 points, six rebounds, two assists, one block, and one steal across 37 minutes of play.

Newly acquired by the Suns in the offseason, Paul has played a pivotal role in the team’s success this season. He has had to adjust to sharing the ball with other ball-handlers on the team, but his exceptional shooting from beyond the arc has given the Suns a new dimension.

Here are some of the highlights from Paul’s record-breaking performance against the Nuggets:

Chris Paul Sets Career-High
Chris Paul Sets Career-High

Career-High in Three-Pointers

Paul has always been a reliable shooter from the perimeter, but against the Nuggets, he took it to another level. He went 7-for-12 from three-point range, setting a new career-high for made threes in a regular-season game.

The Suns had a slow start to the game, but Paul’s hot shooting kept them in the game in the first half. His three-point barrage continued in the second half, and he made some crucial shots down the stretch to seal the win for Phoenix.

Impact on the Suns’ Playoff Run

The Suns have already secured a spot in the playoffs and are currently vying for the top seed in the Western Conference. Paul’s performance against the Nuggets shows that he can be a lethal scorer when he needs to be, which will be a valuable asset in the postseason.

With other ball-handlers like Devin Booker and Mikal Bridges on the team, Paul has had to adapt to a new role. However, his experience and leadership have been instrumental in the team’s success this season. If he can continue to shoot the ball well from beyond the arc, the Suns will have a new weapon to unleash in the playoffs.

Looking Ahead

The Suns have a tough schedule ahead of them, with games against some of the best teams in the league. However, they have shown that they can compete with anyone, thanks in large part to the leadership of Chris Paul. As the playoffs approach, the Suns will be counting on him to continue his strong play and lead the team deep into the postseason.

By Ishan Crawford

Prior to the position, Ishan was senior vice president, strategy & development for Cumbernauld-media Company since April 2013. He joined the Company in 2004 and has served in several corporate developments, business development and strategic planning roles for three chief executives. During that time, he helped transform the Company from a traditional U.S. media conglomerate into a global digital subscription service, unified by the journalism and brand of Cumbernauld-media.

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