NBA Roundup: Suns Clinch League’s First Playoff Spot

NBA Roundup: Suns Clinch League’s First Playoff Spot
Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) drives the ball around Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (14) during the first half at FTX Arena in Miami on March 9, 2022. Jasen Vinlove/USA TODAY Sports via Field Level Media
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Devin Booker returned from a four-game COVID-protocol absence and had a near triple-double, helping the Phoenix Suns clinch the NBA’s first playoff spot with a 111–90 win over the Miami Heat on Wednesday night.

Booker finished with 23 points, nine assists and eight rebounds, while Phoenix also got 21 points from Mikal Bridges and 19 points and 10 rebounds from Deandre Ayton. JaVale McGee added 11 points and a season-high 15 rebounds off the bench.