Suns' Jalen Green Heats Up With 3-Game Surge

Green averaged 24.6 points during Phoenix's recent 3-game winning streak, including a big game against the Bucks.

Mar. 12, 2026 at 12:05am

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Phoenix Suns guard Jalen Green has been on a tear lately, averaging 24.6 points per game during the team's 3-game winning streak. This included a standout performance against the Milwaukee Bucks where Green scored 25 points and made a memorable play by pointing at Bucks player Ousmane Dieng after leaving him stumbling on the floor. Green's hot shooting and energetic play have been a key factor in the Suns' recent success.

Why it matters

Jalen Green's strong play has helped the Suns maintain their position in the Western Conference playoff race. His ability to score in bunches and get the crowd involved has provided a spark for the team. As Green and star Devin Booker continue to develop chemistry, the Suns' offense becomes even more dangerous, making them a tough out for any opponent.

The details

In the win over the Bucks, Green scored 14 points in the first quarter to set the tone early. He finished the game with 25 points on 5-of-7 shooting, including 2-of-4 from 3-point range. Green's highlight play came when he left Bucks big man Ousmane Dieng stumbling to the floor, then pointed at him before knocking down a midrange jumper. The play got the crowd fired up and had the Suns bench, including injured forward Dillon Brooks, celebrating enthusiastically.

  • Green has averaged 24.6 points per game during the Suns' 3-game winning streak heading into their March 12 matchup against the Indiana Pacers.
  • In the Suns' March 11 win over the Bucks, Green scored 25 points.

The players

Jalen Green

A guard for the Phoenix Suns who has been on a scoring tear lately, averaging 24.6 points per game during the team's 3-game winning streak.

Ousmane Dieng

A big man for the Milwaukee Bucks who was left stumbling to the floor by one of Jalen Green's moves in their recent matchup.

Devin Booker

The All-Star guard for the Phoenix Suns who has been playing alongside Jalen Green and helping the team's offense become even more dangerous.

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What they’re saying

“I'm the type of person that plays with joy and fun. It's fun out there when you're winning. That's a main part of my game.”

— Jalen Green (azcentral.com)

“With Book out there, a lot of attention is going to be on Book. A lot of opportunity out there. Once they adjust and everyone gets going, it's pretty hard to stop.”

— Jalen Green (azcentral.com)

What’s next

The Suns will look to continue their winning streak when they take on the Indiana Pacers on March 12.

The takeaway

Jalen Green's energetic and fun-loving style of play has been a major boost for the Suns during their recent winning streak. As he and Devin Booker continue to develop chemistry, the Suns' offense becomes increasingly difficult to defend, making them a formidable team in the Western Conference playoff race.