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Duke Basketball Champ Grayson Allen Torches Lakers

Duke basketball's Grayson Allen powered the Suns to victory again and continues to lead the league in 3-point percentage.

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Grayson Allen paced the Phoenix Suns with his 24 points in Sunday's 123-113 home win over the Los Angeles Lakers. The 2015 Duke basketball national champion added two rebounds, one steal, and one block across his 38 minutes on the floor.

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And the 28-year-old Allen finished 8-for-17 from the field, 6-for-12 beyond the arc, and 2-for-2 at the charity stripe, further strengthening his league-leading 48.6 season 3-point percentage.

One of Allen's threes came at the buzzer to end the first quarter, giving the Suns a 45-28 advantage heading into the second:

Another splashed with 3:29 remaining in the contest, stretching Phoenix's lead to 113-104 at that crucial juncture.

Now, in his first season with the Suns and as a full-time starter, Grayson Allen, who got drafted No. 21 overall in 2018 following his four memorable years as a Blue Devil, is averaging a career-high 13.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 3.2 assists in 33.0 minutes per outing.

As for Los Angeles' Duke basketball product, forward Cam Reddish did not play on Sunday. He has been out of commission since Jan. 23 due to an ankle injury but appears to be nearing a return.

The Suns (34-24), No. 7 in the Western Conference standings, have a few days off before facing the Houston Rockets (25-31) in Phoenix at 9 p.m. ET Thursday.

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Matt Giles
MATT GILES

Matt Giles is the editor and publisher of Duke Blue Devils on SI, North Carolina Tar Heels on SI, and NC State Wolfpack on SI, making him a key source for comprehensive coverage of these storied college basketball programs. Since joining SI in 2022, Matt has been dedicated to providing in-depth analysis, breaking news, and exclusive content on all three teams. He covers everything from game previews and recaps to player profiles and recruiting updates. Matt's expert knowledge of these teams has made his work a go-to resource for fans and followers of Duke, NC State, and UNC. As publisher, he shapes the editorial direction, ensuring that the most relevant and timely information reaches his audience.

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