Suns Top Bulls 120-110 in Tight Matchup

Devin Booker and Jalen Green lead Phoenix to victory over Chicago

Apr. 5, 2026 at 10:35pm

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The Phoenix Suns defeated the Chicago Bulls 120-110 in a close game on Sunday. Devin Booker scored 30 points and Jalen Green added 25 for the Suns, who bounced back from two straight losses. The Bulls made a late push but couldn't overcome the Suns' strong finish, with Dillon Brooks hitting a key jumper and 3-pointer down the stretch.

Why it matters

This game was an important matchup between two teams looking to solidify their playoff positioning in the Western and Eastern Conferences. The Suns needed to get back on track after consecutive defeats, while the Bulls were hoping to snap a seven-game losing streak with their top players sidelined.

The details

The Suns led by as many as 13 points in the third quarter, but the Bulls went on an 11-0 run to make it a close game late. However, Phoenix was able to pull away in the final minutes, with Brooks hitting a clutch jumper and 3-pointer to help seal the victory. Tre Jones led the Bulls with 29 points, but they were missing key players Josh Giddey and Matas Buzelis.

  • The game was played on Sunday, April 5, 2026.

The players

Devin Booker

A star guard for the Phoenix Suns who scored 30 points in the game.

Jalen Green

A young guard for the Phoenix Suns who contributed 25 points to the win.

Dillon Brooks

A key player for the Suns who hit a crucial jumper and 3-pointer in the final minutes to help secure the victory.

Tre Jones

A guard for the Chicago Bulls who led his team with 29 points in the loss.

Josh Giddey

A Bulls player who missed the game due to a strained left hamstring.

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What they’re saying

“We had to dig deep and find a way to win after those tough losses. The guys stepped up when it mattered most.”

— Devin Booker, Suns Guard

“It's tough to keep losing with our top guys out, but the team fought hard and we had our chances. We just couldn't capitalize in the end.”

— Tre Jones, Bulls Guard

What’s next

The Suns will host the Houston Rockets on Tuesday, while the Bulls will visit the Washington Wizards on Tuesday and Thursday.

The takeaway

This game showcased the resilience of the Suns, who were able to bounce back from consecutive losses and hold off a late surge from the short-handed Bulls. The result keeps both teams in the playoff hunt, with the Suns solidifying their position in the West and the Bulls hoping to get healthier and turn things around in the East.