Jalen Green's debut leads Suns to win over Clippers

Jalen Green's Debut Shines in Suns' Win Over Clippers

Jalen Green made a strong impression in his first game with the Phoenix Suns, scoring 29 points in a 115-102 victory against the Los Angeles Clippers on November 7, 2025. His performance marked the highest scoring by any Suns player other than Devin Booker this season.

Green showed remarkable composure and efficiency throughout the game, demonstrating his ability to read the floor well and capitalize on his talent. Despite his reputation for a more unpredictable style, he maintained excellent flow and impact on the court.

The difference he made in the game was evident as he held the highest plus-minus rating with a +30 in just 23 minutes of play. His shooting stats included 10 of 20 from the field and 6 of 13 from three-point range.

"Takes a lot of pressure off anybody," said Devin Booker about Green. "With the opportunity and space he can pretty much do anything."

Booker, who had not missed a game in more than two years, admitted he struggled to sleep before the game after missing the first eight of the season, highlighting the excitement around Green’s debut.

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Jalen Green’s debut clearly demonstrated his immediate value to the Suns, making him a key contributor to their early-season success.

Author's summary: Jalen Green’s efficient, high-impact debut established him as a valuable and confident playmaker, significantly easing pressure on the Suns and contributing to their win.

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Arizona Sports Arizona Sports — 2025-11-07

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