Phoenix Suns Score Fourth Consecutive Win Despite Durant's Absence

Bradley Beal Steps Up with 21 Points as Suns Overcome Trail Blazers 109-88

Phoenix Suns won their fourth consecutive game, beating the Portland Trail Blazers 109-88, even without Kevin Durant who was sidelined due to right hamstring tightness.
Bradley Beal scored 21 points and seven Suns players scored in double figures. Devin Booker was held to 10 points but contributed eight rebounds and six assists.
Portland Trail Blazers were also missing a key player, Deandre Ayton, due to right knee tendinitis. The Blazers haven't won on the road since Nov. 30.
Prior to the win against the Trail Blazers, the Suns had a close 112-107 victory over the Orlando Magic. Beal, who has been dealing with injuries, scored a season-best 25 points in the game.
Despite the recent wins, Beal has expressed concerns about the Suns' defense, calling it 'a little tragic right now.'