NBA, Suns Fans React to Nuggets Winning Game 2

The Phoenix Suns are now down 2-0 in their series against the Denver Nuggets after a tough 97-87 loss.

It was a night where things started off just fine, as Phoenix built an eight-point lead in the late stages of the third quarter before Chris Paul got hurt. He was quickly ruled out with left groin tightness and didn't return.

Suns were up 8 when Chris Paul suffered a pulled groin with 4 minutes left in the 3rd

They were outscored by 20 in the next 14 minutes of game time
— Dave King (@DaveKingNBA) May 2, 2023

Some believe this is the end of the road for Paul's chances to win a ring.

Chris Paul thought he had a free ring after kd trade he gon retire ringless 😭😭pic.twitter.com/HHbAGWx2uT
— 🎩 (@HardenUTD) May 2, 2023

Nikola Jokic carried the Nuggets even when the entire team seemingly couldn't hit the broad side of a barn, finishing the night with 39 points and 16 rebounds.

In a series with some folks best player in the world, Kevin Durant, Nikola Jokic has BY FAR been on a completely different level.

Make sure you lead your shows with that tomorrow.
— Swipa (@SwipaCam) May 2, 2023

Deandre Ayton guarding Nikola Jokic pic.twitter.com/XPwMP6uNwJ
— Loopy Goldberg (@ARizzler917) May 2, 2023

Now, the Suns are down 2-0 as they head back to Phoenix. Could this be the end for Monty Williams' tenure in the desert?

Monty Williams has been outcoached in the Playoffs since the Finals. he’s gotta go.
— z (@ZakMarcinNBA) May 2, 2023

“Monty Williams and the Phoenix Suns have parted ways” pic.twitter.com/TV1zSIqzA8
— David⁶𓅓☀️ (@DrakeBetta) May 2, 2023

While Kevin Durant and Devin Booker were able to again shoulder majority of the scoring load for Phoenix, some are wondering when Deandre Ayton will come through in major fashion for the team.

Kevin Durant and Devin booker : we need some help

Deandre ayton ; pic.twitter.com/hKXuJ9DJA9
— John (@iam_johnw) May 2, 2023

DeAndre Ayton is the softest center in the National Basketball Association
— Hana 🏀 (@HanaHoops) May 2, 2023

Jokic when he sees DeAndre Ayton in front of him pic.twitter.com/9wXnnLt3Uo
— Joshy B From The Pack (@joshysweatpants) May 2, 2023

Now, the Suns are down 2-0 and need to dig themselves out of a tough hole.

Suns after going down 0-2 https://t.co/cUtJPU6o8W
— LakeShowYo (@LakeShowYo) May 2, 2023

The good thing about being a Suns fan is that every season ends with a step towards success.
— surge (@SergingSuns) May 2, 2023

Suns being in dogfights every game against the Kawhi and PG-less Clippers was a glaring red flag
— 〽️arv 🥷🏾🩸 (@marviemarv__) May 2, 2023

There will be quite some time between now and Game 3 back in Phoenix, which is on Friday. After consistently playing 40+ minutes, some of the Suns' starters will need that rest.

Suns were gassed in that fourth quarter - those minutes added up on the stars and no one could make a shot for Phoenix. The Suns bench is completely useless. Have yet to see a special KD game in the playoffs.
— John Gambadoro (@Gambo987) May 2, 2023

All in all, Phoenix needs to get it together before they're bounced out. Their bench especially needs to step up after an ugly Game 2 saw just four points off the pine.

Suns bench this playoffs:

🧱 100 PTS
🧱 32-97 FG
🧱 10-45 3P
🧱 33/22/70%

Did they give up too much for KD? 🥶🧱 pic.twitter.com/h8nZIaIBt4
— BricksCenter (@BricksCenter) May 2, 2023

Game 3 will be on Friday, May 5 at the Footprint Center.