The Phoenix Suns defeated the visiting Denver Nuggets, 122-105, in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semi-Finals at Phoenix Suns Arena on Monday.

This game was closer than the final score would indicate, with neither team leading by more than nine points until the fourth quarter. In fact, the Suns outscored the Nuggets, 59-33, across the final 19 minutes of action. That capped off a 65-47 second half, completing a 30-point turnaround. Phoenix shot 54 percent from the field and 38 percent from three point-range while holding Denver to 47 percent from the field and 35 percent from long range. They also out-rebounded them, 44-41, while out-assisting them, 30-26. The Suns shot 17-of-20 from the free-throw line while the Nuggets hit just 5-of-6.

The Nuggets (0-1) were led by Nikola Jokic, tallying 22 points, nine rebounds, three assists and three blocks. Aaron Gordon amassed 18 points, four rebounds, two assists and three steals. Michael Porter Jr accrued 15 points, seven rebounds and two assists while Facundo Campazzp had 14 points, four rebounds and six assists. JaMychal Green led the bench with 10 points and 11 boards.

The Suns (1-0) were led by Mikal Bridges, collecting 23 points, five rebounds, five assists and two steals. Chris Paul compiled 21 points, six rebounds and 11 assists. Devin Booker generated 21 points, four rebounds and eight assists while Deandre Ayton finished with 20 points and 10 rebounds. All five starters scored at least 14 points.

Game 2 will be in Phoenix on Wednesday.