Suns Defeat 76ers in Competitive NBA Matchup
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Xfinity Mobile Arena
Phoenix Suns 116, Philadelphia 76ers 110, final. Today's NBA pick is already sealed, as a hash, before kickoff.
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Who won Phoenix Suns vs Philadelphia 76ers?
Phoenix Suns beat Philadelphia 76ers 116-110 at Xfinity Mobile Arena on January 20, 2026.
Who was favored in Phoenix Suns vs Philadelphia 76ers?
Phoenix Suns were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -142 (about 59% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested game, the Phoenix Suns emerged victorious over the Philadelphia 76ers with a final score of 116 to 110 at the Xfinity Mobile Arena. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it marked the second meeting between these teams in the current season, with Phoenix now leading the series 2-0 after their earlier victories.
Both teams entered the game with differing recent forms. The Philadelphia 76ers had a home record of 23-19 and were 6-4 in their last ten games, currently on a one-game winning streak. They averaged 117.6 points scored while allowing 112.5 points during this stretch. Their last game before facing the Suns was a win against the Indiana Pacers, where they triumphed 113-104. However, the 76ers had struggled at home, recording a 2-3 record in their last five home games.
On the other hand, the Phoenix Suns boasted a better away record of 27-17 and had been in strong form, going 7-3 in their last ten games with a two-game winning streak. They averaged 113.3 points scored and allowed only 105.6 points during this period. Their most recent game was a convincing win against the Brooklyn Nets, where they secured a 126-117 victory. The Suns had also performed well on the road, showing a balanced away record of 3-3 in their last six games.
In terms of injuries, both teams had key players listed as day-to-day. For the 76ers, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope was dealing with a finger issue. The Suns had two players in a similar situation: CJ Huntley, who was nursing a hamstring injury, and Mark Williams, who had a foot problem. The status of these players could have impacted the team's performance, but both squads managed to field competitive lineups.
The betting market reflected the competitive nature of this matchup, with DraftKings setting the spread at 2.5 points in favor of the Suns. The total points over/under was set at 222.5, indicating expectations for a moderately high-scoring game. The moneyline odds were set at +120 for the 76ers and -142 for the Suns, suggesting that the Suns were favored to win.
As the game unfolded, viewers witnessed a back-and-forth battle, with both teams showcasing their offensive capabilities. The Suns took control late in the game, with key scoring plays from Devin Booker, who hit a crucial 13-foot shot in the fourth quarter, extending Phoenix's lead. The 76ers attempted to close the gap with free throws from Tyrese Maxey, but it was not enough to overcome the Suns' advantage.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the competitive spirit of both teams, with the Suns continuing to assert their dominance in the series against the 76ers. The final score of 116-110 underscores the intensity of the game and sets the stage for future encounters between these two teams.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | PHX -2.5 | 222.5 o -115 / u -105 | Phoenix Suns -142 · Philadelphia 76ers +120 |
Injury report
- Kentavious Caldwell-PopeDay-To-DayFingerPhiladelphia 76ers
- CJ HuntleyDay-To-DayHamstringPhoenix Suns
- Mark WilliamsDay-To-DayFootPhoenix Suns
Leaders
- PointsVJ Edgecombe25Philadelphia 76ers
- AssistsTyrese Maxey7Philadelphia 76ers
- ReboundsAndre Drummond15Philadelphia 76ers
- PointsDevin Booker27Phoenix Suns
- AssistsGrayson Allen6Phoenix Suns
- ReboundsMark Williams9Phoenix Suns
Recent form
Philadelphia 76ers
Last 10: 6-4Streak W1117.6 scored · 112.5 allowed per game2-3 at home
- W113-104vs Indiana PacersJan 20
- L115-117vs Cleveland CavaliersJan 17
- L107-133vs Cleveland CavaliersJan 15
- W115-102at Toronto RaptorsJan 13
- L115-116at Toronto RaptorsJan 11
- W103-91at Orlando MagicJan 10
- W131-110vs Washington WizardsJan 8
- L124-125vs Denver NuggetsJan 6
- W130-119at New York KnicksJan 4
- W123-108at Dallas MavericksJan 2
Phoenix Suns
Last 10: 7-3Streak W2113.3 scored · 105.6 allowed per game3-3 away
- W126-117at Brooklyn NetsJan 20
- W106-99at New York KnicksJan 18
- L105-108at Detroit PistonsJan 16
- L121-127at Miami HeatJan 14
- W112-93vs Washington WizardsJan 12
- W112-107vs New York KnicksJan 10
- W117-98at Memphis GrizzliesJan 8
- L97-100at Houston RocketsJan 6
- W108-105vs Oklahoma City ThunderJan 5
- W129-102vs Sacramento KingsJan 3
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
Box score
| Stat | Phoenix Suns | Philadelphia 76ers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 40-92 | 39-93 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 16-39 | 11-34 |
| Three-point % | 41 | 32 |
| Free throws | 20-20 | 21-27 |
| Free throw % | 100 | 78 |
| Rebounds | 42 | 49 |
| Offensive rebounds | 15 | 18 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 31 |
| Assists | 25 | 20 |
| Steals | 5 | 12 |
| Blocks | 2 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 22 | 19 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 28 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 16 | 18 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 46 |
| Fouls | 21 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 17 | 9 |
| Lead changes | 9 | 9 |
| Time in front | 51 | 42 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter83-74Grayson Allen makes 26-foot three point jumper (Devin Booker assists)
- 3rd Quarter83-76Tyrese Maxey makes running layup (Trendon Watford assists)
- 3rd Quarter85-76Grayson Allen makes tip shot
- 3rd Quarter85-78Adem Bona makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter85-79Quentin Grimes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter85-80Quentin Grimes makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter85-82Adem Bona makes dunk (Quentin Grimes assists)
- 3rd Quarter88-82Jordan Goodwin makes 22-foot three point jumper (Jalen Green assists)
- 3rd Quarter90-82Jalen Green makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter92-82Jordan Goodwin makes 1-foot two point shot (Collin Gillespie assists)
- 3rd Quarter95-82Jalen Green makes 27-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 3rd Quarter95-83VJ Edgecombe makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter95-84VJ Edgecombe makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter96-84Collin Gillespie makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter97-84Collin Gillespie makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter97-86VJ Edgecombe makes 20-foot pullup jump shot (Tyrese Maxey assists)
- 4th Quarter99-86Ryan Dunn makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter102-86Jordan Goodwin makes 27-foot running jump shot (Collin Gillespie assists)
- 4th Quarter103-86Collin Gillespie makes technical free throw
- 4th Quarter103-88VJ Edgecombe makes 12-foot jumper
- 4th Quarter105-88Mark Williams makes alley oop dunk (Royce O'Neale assists)
- 4th Quarter105-90Andre Drummond makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter107-90Jordan Goodwin makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter107-92Tyrese Maxey makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter109-92Oso Ighodaro makes 15-foot floating jump shot (Jordan Goodwin assists)
- 4th Quarter109-95Tyrese Maxey makes 27-foot running pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter109-98Quentin Grimes makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tyrese Maxey assists)
- 4th Quarter109-99Tyrese Maxey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter109-101VJ Edgecombe makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter112-101Grayson Allen makes 22-foot three point jumper (Devin Booker assists)
- 4th Quarter112-103Tyrese Maxey makes 1-foot two point shot (Quentin Grimes assists)
- 4th Quarter112-105Adem Bona makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter114-105Devin Booker makes 13-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter114-106Quentin Grimes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter114-107Adem Bona makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter115-107Dillon Brooks makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter116-107Dillon Brooks makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter116-108Tyrese Maxey makes free throw 1 of 3
- 4th Quarter116-109Tyrese Maxey makes free throw 2 of 3
- 4th Quarter116-110Tyrese Maxey makes free throw 3 of 3
Win probability
Above the line favours Philadelphia 76ers, below favours Phoenix Suns.
Venue
- Xfinity Mobile ArenaPhiladelphia, PA
- Attendance17839
- OfficialsScott Foster, Jonathan Sterling, Ashley Moyer-Gleich
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