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Green's 36 Powers Suns Into Playoffs Against Thunder

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PHOENIX — Jalen Green scored 36 points and the Phoenix Suns defeated the Golden State Warriors 111-96 in the Western Conference play-in game Friday night, securing a playoff berth. The Suns controlled the tempo throughout the contest; Jordan Goodwin added 19 points and six steals while Devin Booker contributed 20. Oklahoma City will host Game 1 on Sunday at 12:30 p.m., matching the No. 8-seed Suns against the defending champion Thunder. The Warriors' season ended with Stephen Curry limited to 17 points on 4-of-16 shooting; Devin Booker and Draymond Green were ejected late after exchanging technical fouls, and Phoenix advances to the first round.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

Regular season concluded and Phoenix entered play-in position earlier this week.
Phoenix lost its earlier play-in matchup with Portland, then returned to the final play-in on Friday.
Friday night: Suns defeated Warriors 111-96; Jalen Green scored 36.
Warriors were eliminated; Stephen Curry held to 17 points on 4-of-16 shooting.
Phoenix earned the No. 8 seed and will face the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder Sunday.

Why This Matters to You

If you're a basketball fan, this is a thrilling time. Your team could be next to make a surprise run in the playoffs. The Suns' victory shows that anything can happen. Check the NBA schedule and don't miss the next game.

The Bottom Line

Jalen Green and the Suns are on fire, proving that underdogs can triumph. This is what makes sports exciting. Remember, it's not just about the score, it's about the journey. Worth forwarding if you know someone who loves a good underdog story.