Nets Edge Suns in Close Contest at Venetian Arena
Sunday, October 12, 2025, 7:00 AM ET · Venetian Arena
Brooklyn Nets 111, Phoenix Suns 109, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Brooklyn Nets vs Phoenix Suns?
Brooklyn Nets beat Phoenix Suns 111-109 at Venetian Arena on October 12, 2025.
In a tightly contested game at the Venetian Arena, the Brooklyn Nets narrowly defeated the Phoenix Suns with a final score of 111 to 109. This victory marks the Nets' second consecutive win against the Suns this season, having previously won their first encounter 127-117 on November 28, 2024. The Nets have now improved their record to 2-1, while the Suns also stand at 2-1.
Both teams entered the game with a similar record of 2-1, but their recent form tells a different story. The Suns have struggled significantly, with a home record of 1-4 in their last five games, averaging 104.0 points scored and allowing 115.4 points. Their overall performance in the last ten games is even more concerning, with a record of 1-9, averaging 106.6 points scored and 123.7 points allowed. In contrast, the Nets have a slightly better away record of 2-1, but they have lost three consecutive games, averaging 103.7 points scored and 117.1 points allowed in their last ten games.
In terms of their home and away performances, the Suns have struggled at home, while the Nets have shown some resilience on the road. The Suns' last victory at home came against the San Antonio Spurs, where they won 117-98, but they have since lost several games, including a recent defeat against the Oklahoma City Thunder, where they lost 112-125. The Nets, on the other hand, have had a mixed bag of results, with their last away win against the Dallas Mavericks, where they won 113-109.
Injuries have also played a role in the matchup, with the Suns' CJ Huntley and Mark Williams both listed as day-to-day due to hamstring and foot injuries, respectively. The Nets also have a player on the injury report, Nolan Traore, who is day-to-day with a knee issue. The status of these players could have a significant impact on the teams' performances moving forward.
The betting market reflected a close contest, with the odds indicating a competitive matchup. The home win probability for the Suns was listed at 0.0, suggesting that the market favored the Nets to win this game. This aligns with the outcome, as the Nets managed to secure the victory in a nail-biting finish.
The game featured several pivotal moments in the fourth quarter, including a critical free throw by Danny Wolf that brought the Nets ahead 111-109. Khaman Maluach had a crucial dunk that briefly put the Suns ahead, but the Nets responded effectively, showcasing their ability to perform under pressure. Jared Butler's three-point jumper tied the game at a crucial moment, demonstrating the competitive nature of the contest.
As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to a showcase of skill and determination from both teams, with the final moments highlighting the intensity and excitement of NBA basketball. The Suns will need to address their recent struggles, particularly at home, while the Nets will look to build on their momentum from this victory.
Injury report
- CJ HuntleyDay-To-DayHamstringPhoenix Suns
- Mark WilliamsDay-To-DayFootPhoenix Suns
- Nolan TraoreDay-To-DayKneeBrooklyn Nets
Leaders
- PointsDevin Booker18Phoenix Suns
- AssistsDevin Booker5Phoenix Suns
- ReboundsDevin Booker5Phoenix Suns
- PointsCam Thomas16Brooklyn Nets
- AssistsBen Saraf11Brooklyn Nets
- ReboundsDay'Ron Sharpe7Brooklyn Nets
Recent form
Phoenix Suns
Last 10: 1-9Streak L1106.6 scored · 123.7 allowed per game1-4 at home
- L98-109at Sacramento KingsApr 13
- W117-98vs San Antonio SpursApr 12
- L112-125vs Oklahoma City ThunderApr 10
- L95-133vs Golden State WarriorsApr 9
- L98-112at New York KnicksApr 6
- L103-123at Boston CelticsApr 4
- L123-133at Milwaukee BucksApr 1
- L109-148vs Houston RocketsMar 31
- L109-124at Minnesota TimberwolvesMar 29
- L102-132vs Boston CelticsMar 27
Brooklyn Nets
Last 10: 3-7Streak L3103.7 scored · 117.1 allowed per game2-1 away
- L105-113vs New York KnicksApr 13
- L91-117at Minnesota TimberwolvesApr 12
- L109-133vs Atlanta HawksApr 10
- W119-114vs New Orleans PelicansApr 8
- L109-120vs Toronto RaptorsApr 6
- L90-105vs Minnesota TimberwolvesApr 3
- W113-109at Dallas MavericksApr 1
- W115-112at Washington WizardsMar 29
- L100-132vs LA ClippersMar 28
- L86-116vs Toronto RaptorsMar 26
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | - | 26 | W2 | .683 | 56 |
| New York | 3 | 29 | L1 | .646 | 53 |
| Toronto | 10 | 36 | W1 | .561 | 46 |
| Philadelphia | 11 | 37 | W2 | .549 | 45 |
| Brooklyn | 36 | 62 | L3 | .244 | 20 |
| LA Lakers | - | 29 | W3 | .646 | 53 |
| Phoenix | 8 | 37 | W1 | .549 | 45 |
| LA Clippers | 11 | 40 | W1 | .512 | 42 |
| Golden State | 16 | 45 | L3 | .451 | 37 |
| Sacramento | 31 | 60 | L1 | .268 | 22 |
Box score
| Stat | Brooklyn Nets | Phoenix Suns |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 38-80 | 39-89 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 17-40 | 13-38 |
| Three-point % | 43 | 34 |
| Free throws | 18-26 | 18-23 |
| Free throw % | 69 | 78 |
| Rebounds | 44 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 32 | 24 |
| Assists | 25 | 28 |
| Steals | 7 | 11 |
| Blocks | 4 | 8 |
| Turnovers | 21 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 3 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 2 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 30 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 19 | 24 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 50 |
| Fouls | 21 | 26 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 15 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter67-76Ziaire Williams makes 22-foot three point jumper (Drake Powell assists)
- 3rd Quarter70-76Noah Clowney makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ben Saraf assists)
- 3rd Quarter70-78Ryan Dunn makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter70-79Nick Richards makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter72-79Ben Saraf makes 8-foot pullup jump shot
- 3rd Quarter72-81Jordan Goodwin makes 5-foot driving floating jump shot (Nick Richards assists)
- 3rd Quarter73-81Day'Ron Sharpe makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter74-81Day'Ron Sharpe makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter74-83Nick Richards makes 1-foot dunk (Collin Gillespie assists)
- 3rd Quarter77-83Noah Clowney makes 24-foot three point shot (Ben Saraf assists)
- 3rd Quarter78-83Ziaire Williams makes technical free throw
- 3rd Quarter78-84Nick Richards makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter78-85Nick Richards makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter81-85Ziaire Williams makes 26-foot three point jumper (Ben Saraf assists)
- 3rd Quarter81-88Jordan Goodwin makes 26-foot three point jumper (Nick Richards assists)
- 4th Quarter81-91Collin Gillespie makes 29-foot three point shot (Nigel Hayes-Davis assists)
- 4th Quarter81-93Nigel Hayes-Davis makes 10-foot hook shot (Jordan Goodwin assists)
- 4th Quarter81-95Jordan Goodwin makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter84-95Danny Wolf makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ben Saraf assists)
- 4th Quarter87-95Drake Powell makes 26-foot three point shot (Ben Saraf assists)
- 4th Quarter87-97Jared Butler makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot (Jordan Goodwin assists)
- 4th Quarter88-97Day'Ron Sharpe makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-97Day'Ron Sharpe makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-99Khaman Maluach makes 8-foot two point shot (Rasheer Fleming assists)
- 4th Quarter92-99Jalen Wilson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Danny Wolf assists)
- 4th Quarter92-101Khaman Maluach makes 3-foot layup (Jared Butler assists)
- 4th Quarter94-101Danny Wolf makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter97-101Tyrese Martin makes 25-foot three point jumper (Danny Wolf assists)
- 4th Quarter97-103Jared Butler makes 3-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter100-103Tyrese Martin makes 24-foot three pointer (Danny Wolf assists)
- 4th Quarter102-103Tyrese Martin makes layup (Danny Wolf assists)
- 4th Quarter103-103Tyrese Martin makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter104-103Danny Wolf makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter104-105Khaman Maluach makes 3-foot dunk (Jared Butler assists)
- 4th Quarter107-105Danny Wolf makes 26-foot jump bank shot (Dariq Whitehead assists)
- 4th Quarter109-105E.J. Liddell makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter109-106Khaman Maluach makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter109-109Jared Butler makes 26-foot three point jumper (David Duke Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter110-109Tyrese Martin makes free throw 1 of 3
- 4th Quarter111-109Tyrese Martin makes free throw 3 of 3
Win probability
Above the line favours Phoenix Suns, below favours Brooklyn Nets.
Venue
- Venetian Arena
- Attendance11729
- OfficialsCurtis Blair, Nick Buchert, Mousa Dagher
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