Tyus Jones helped the Phoenix Suns secure a win against the Washington Wizards on Thursday by leading the game with 10 assists. He also contributed with 3 steals, surpassing his projections by two in each category. The Suns won the game 130-123.
What It Means
Jones’s performance marked his tenth time this season leading his team in assists during a game. His recent stretch includes five different streaks of at least five assists, showing consistency in playmaking. This season, he is averaging 6.0 assists per game, ranking him 17th in the league and 10th among point guards. Jones has been crucial to the team’s success, as they average more points when he plays compared to when he’s absent.
