Oso Ighodaro helped the Phoenix Suns secure a win against the Utah Jazz on Saturday. He led the game with his defensive prowess, recording the most blocks and steals. In his 23 minutes on the court, he scored 9 points on perfect shooting, going 4-for-4. The Suns won the game 114-106.
What It Means
Ighodaro’s performance against the Jazz showcased his defensive skills, as he led both teams in blocks and steals. This game was part of a recent stretch where he’s been scoring more consistently, with a streak of two games scoring at least 10 points. For the season, he is averaging 3.8 points per game and has been efficient with a field goal percentage of 57.5%. Although primarily coming off the bench, he’s shown potential when starting by averaging 9.5 points per game in those appearances.