Suns allow season-high 139 points, sparking Durant’s frustration

Dec 15, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) shoots over New York Knicks forward Julius Randle (30) in the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-USA TODAY SportsThe Phoenix Suns allowed a season-high 139 points against the New York Knicks on Friday night, who were led by Jalen Brunson with 50 points on 9-9 shooting from beyond the arc.

The last time the Suns allowed more than 139 points dates all the way back to November 27th, 2019.

Here is how the Suns starting five looked in this game:

Frank Kaminsky

Dario Saric

Ricky Rubio

Kelly Oubre Jr.

Devin Booker

Back to their recent defensive disaster, there were some unexpected players off the bench…