The Wizards’ determined fourth-quarter efforts came close to overcoming the Suns in a closely contested game.

Devin Booker led the way with 37 points, while Kevin Durant contributed 23, guiding the Phoenix Suns to victory.

Rookie Keyshawn George delivered a career-high 24 points for the Wizards, who suffered their eighth consecutive loss but managed to end a three-game streak of double-digit defeats.

Trailing by 23 points (106-83) at the end of the third quarter, the Wizards mounted a late surge in the fourth with a 12-0 run, narrowing the deficit to single digits at 120-117. However, Booker secured the Suns’ two-possession lead by draining a three-pointer, sealing the game with a final score of 130-123.