Williams, Bouyea lead Suns over Nets in first half
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Williams, Bouyea lead Suns over Nets in first half
In a gritty first half on Tuesday night, the Phoenix Suns found their unexpected heroes early, as Mark Williams and Jamaree Bouyea spearheaded a 60-51 halftime advantage over the Brooklyn Nets at the Footprint Center . With Phoenix’s roster stretched thin by injuries to key scorers like Devin Booker and Jalen Green , head coach Jordan Ott turned to adjustments that emphasized a mix of inside presence and bench energy. Williams Controlling the Paint Williams, the veteran center, anchored the Suns’ offense with strong post play and crisp passing that opened up scoring opportunities for teammates. Early aggression in the paint allowed Phoenix to dictate tempo and articulate a rhythm, giving them the edge in transition and half-court sets. Often feeding cutters and kick-outs after drawing in defenders, Williams’ court vision and physicality made the Suns tough to defend down low. His presence also provided a reliable safety net on the glass, limiting second-chance points for Brooklyn. Bouyea…
