PHOENIX (Interstat) — Jalen Green hit a 3-pointer at the buzzer to give the Phoenix Suns a 113-110 double-overtime victory over the Orlando Magic on Saturday at Mortgage Matchup Center. Green’s winner from the corner came after Orlando’s Jevon Carter tied it with a corner 3 with 1.1 seconds left. Grayson Allen, returning from a four-game absence, led Phoenix with 27 points, scoring all seven of the Suns’ points in the first overtime. Desmond Bane scored 34 points for Orlando, and Paolo Banchero added 26 points and 14 rebounds. The Suns improved to 33-24, while the Magic fell to 29-26. Attendance was 17,071.

PHOENIX (Interstat) — Jalen Green’s 3-pointer at the buzzer in double overtime lifted the Phoenix Suns to a 113-110 victory over the Orlando Magic in a marathon NBA contest Saturday night at Mortgage Matchup Center. Green, who endured a brutal shooting night, caught an inbound pass from Royce O’Neale in the right corner and drained the game-winner as time expired. The shot came just 1.1 seconds after Orlando’s Jevon Carter had tied the game with a corner 3-pointer of his own, capping a frantic final sequence that decided a game defined by defense, missed opportunities and resilience. The victory improved Phoenix to 33-24, while Orlando fell to 29-26. The game’s most critical phase unfolded in the final seconds of the second overtime. With the score tied at 110, Orlando called a timeout with 5.7 seconds remaining to set up a final play. Carter’s clutch 3-pointer from the left corner, assisted by Tristan da Silva, appeared to send the game to a third overtime. Phoenix immediately called timeout to advance the ball. On the ensuing inbounds play, O’Neale found Green curling to the right corner, and the guard rose and connected over a closing defender for the win, sending the crowd of 17,071 into a frenzy. Green finished with 16 points but shot just 6 for 26 from the field and 2 of 6 from the free-throw line. His winning basket was only his second 3-pointer in 11 attempts on the night. The Suns were carried for long stretches by Grayson Allen, who scored a team-high 27 points in his return from a four-game absence due to a sprained right ankle. Allen was particularly vital in the first overtime, scoring all seven of Phoenix’s points in the period. Collin Gillespie added 19 points and six assists, while Jordan Goodwin provided 17 points off the bench. Orlando was led by a stellar performance from Desmond Bane, who poured in 34 points. Paolo Banchero recorded a near triple-double with 26 points, 14 rebounds and eight assists, though he also committed eight turnovers. Carter contributed 15 points for the Magic. The game was a defensive struggle marked by poor shooting. Phoenix shot just 34.2% from the field (40 of 117) and 29.1% from 3-point range (16 of 55). Orlando was only slightly better at 42.9% overall (42 of 98) and 25.6% from deep (10 of 39). Both teams compensated with defense and effort, combining for 35 steals and blocks. Orlando swatted 15 shots, led by Banchero’s four, while Phoenix recorded 11 steals. Phoenix dominated the offensive glass, grabbing 22 rebounds to Orlando’s 10, which led to a 27-13 advantage in second-chance points. The Suns also committed only eight turnovers compared to Orlando’s 16, leading to a 21-10 edge in points off turnovers. The game featured dramatic swings. Orlando led 51-43 at halftime, but Phoenix erupted for a 34-point third quarter to take a 77-70 lead into the final period. The Magic clawed back in the fourth, outscoring the Suns 23-19 to force overtime at 96-96. In the first overtime, Allen’s personal 7-2 run gave Phoenix a 103-100 lead, but Banchero’s dunk with 1:03 left and a series of missed shots by both teams sent the game to a second extra period tied at 103. The second overtime saw Phoenix take a 110-108 lead on two Jalen Green free throws with 2:41 remaining. Orlando’s Jonathan Isaac tied it on a tip-in with 53.9 seconds left, setting the stage for the final dramatic exchange. According to National Statistical’s ELO system, Phoenix had a 72.6% probability to win pregame. The Suns covered as a 2-point favorite, and the total score of 223 fell under the over/under line of 219. Phoenix hosts the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday. Orlando continues its road trip against the Los Angeles Clippers, also on Sunday.

Preview: Magic Visit Suns in Key Western Conference Matchup PHOENIX (Interstat) — The Orlando Magic and Phoenix Suns, two teams jockeying for playoff position, will meet Saturday night at Mortgage Matchup Center. The Suns (32-23), holding a more secure spot in the Western Conference, look to rebound from a 136-109 home loss to Oklahoma City on Wednesday. Phoenix has lost four of its last six games. Forward Dillon Brooks has been a consistent bright spot, averaging 24.5 points over his last 10 games. He erupted for 40 points, eight rebounds and four assists in a win over Detroit on Jan. 29. The visiting Magic (28-25) are coming off a 116-108 loss to Milwaukee on Wednesday, which snapped a three-game winning streak. Guard Desmond Bane led Orlando with 31 points and five assists in that defeat. Bane has been on a scoring tear, averaging 23.7 points over his last 10 contests and scoring 30 or more three times in that span. This interconference matchup pits Orlando’s recent momentum — winners of five of their last eight — against a Phoenix squad seeking stability at home. The Suns have gone 3-3 in their last six at Mortgage Matchup Center. Defensive intensity will be tested. The Magic have allowed 120 or more points in three of their last five games. The Suns, meanwhile, have surrendered an average of 117.8 points during their recent 2-4 slide. The game features a compelling individual matchup on the wing between Orlando’s high-scoring Bane and Phoenix’s two-way force Brooks. Both players are primary offensive options for their teams and will likely be tasked with guarding each other. For Orlando, this begins a challenging three-game road trip against Western Conference opponents. Phoenix continues a five-game homestand, seeking a win before embarking on a lengthy road trip later this month. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. MST Saturday.