The Golden State Warriors got a breakout performance from Yaxel Lendeborg, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Devin Booker’s scoring explosion. Devin Booker poured in 43 points as the Phoenix Suns defeated Golden State 131-122, handing the Warriors another frustrating loss despite several strong individual performances.

Lendeborg was one of Golden State’s biggest bright spots, finishing with 26 points, nine rebounds, and five assists while knocking down six three-pointers. Brandon Williams added 20 points and five assists, while De’Anthony Melton provided 25 points off the bench. The Warriors also made 17 three-pointers, but Phoenix countered with an outstanding 58.1% shooting performance from the field.

Golden State had enough offensive production to stay competitive, but Booker’s near-unstoppable night and Phoenix’s efficiency proved too much to handle. Here’s how each Warriors player performed.

Yaxel Lendeborg: A

Game Stats: 26 PTS, 9 REB, 5 AST, 1 BLK, 2 TOV, 9-19 FG, 6-11 3-PT FG, 2-3 FT, 36 MIN

Lendeborg delivered the kind of performance that should excite Warriors fans, showcasing his scoring ability while contributing across the board. He finished with 26 points, nine rebounds, and five assists, and his six three-pointers gave Golden State a consistent perimeter threat.

His 9-of-19 shooting was solid, especially considering he made more than half of his attempts from beyond the arc. Lendeborg also played 36 minutes without committing a foul, giving the Warriors a productive two-way presence. Golden State couldn’t get the win, but this was an encouraging showing from a player who gave the team a legitimate offensive boost.

De’Anthony Melton: A

Game Stats: 25 PTS, 5 REB, 5 AST, 3 STL, 3 TOV, 8-13 FG, 4-8 3-PT FG, 5-5 FT, 27 MIN

Melton was spectacular as a scoring option off the bench, recording 25 points in just 27 minutes. He shot 61.5% from the field, knocked down four three-pointers, and converted all five of his free throws. His three steals also highlighted his defensive activity.

The three turnovers keep this just short of an A, but Melton gave Golden State exactly the type of offensive production it needed. His efficiency was particularly impressive, and his ability to score from multiple areas made him one of the Warriors’ most effective players. It was a strong performance wasted in a loss.

Brandon Williams: A

Game Stats: 20 PTS, 3 REB, 5 AST, 2 STL, 2 TOV, 5-10 FG, 2-3 3-PT FG, 8-11 FT, 24 MIN

Williams made the most of his opportunity, finishing with 20 points and five assists in 24 minutes. He was effective attacking the basket, earned 11 free-throw attempts, and made eight of them. He also knocked down two of his three attempts from beyond the arc.

His two steals added value on the defensive end, and his scoring punch helped Golden State keep pace with Phoenix. The 8-of-11 free-throw shooting left a few points on the table, but Williams was still one of the Warriors’ most productive players. His performance deserves plenty of credit.

Graham Ike: B

Game Stats: 12 PTS, 10 REB, 2 AST, 1 STL, 1 TOV, 5-13 FG, 2-2 FT, 26 MIN

Ike recorded a double-double with 12 points and 10 rebounds, giving Golden State valuable work on the glass. He pulled down five offensive rebounds, helping the Warriors generate additional opportunities, and committed only one turnover.

His 5-of-13 shooting wasn’t particularly efficient, but Ike made both of his free throws and contributed defensively with a steal. He wasn’t the team’s most effective scorer, yet his rebounding gave Golden State a useful interior presence.

Will Richard: B-

Game Stats: 11 PTS, 1 AST, 2 STL, 1 BLK, 2 TOV, 4-9 FG, 3-6 3-PT FG, 31 MIN

Richard supplied 11 points and knocked down three three-pointers, giving Golden State another perimeter option. He also recorded two steals and a block, showing some defensive versatility.

The downside was his lack of rebounding and a pair of turnovers in 31 minutes. Still, shooting 50% from the field and beyond the arc is a positive, and his defensive play helped round out a respectable performance. He wasn’t a major offensive engine, but he made several useful contributions.

Charles Bassey: B+

Game Stats: 10 PTS, 7 REB, 2 BLK, 1 TOV, 4-4 FG, 2-3 FT, 13 MIN

Bassey was highly efficient in limited minutes, making all four of his field-goal attempts while collecting seven rebounds and blocking two shots. He gave Golden State a strong interior presence and made an impact without needing many touches.

His 10 points in 13 minutes were valuable, and the two blocks added a defensive dimension. Bassey couldn’t play a large role because of his limited minutes, but he made the most of every opportunity. A very productive bench outing.

Gui Santos: C+

Game Stats: 7 PTS, 4 REB, 3 AST, 1 TOV, 1-4 FG, 1-2 3-PT FG, 4-8 FT, 23 MIN

Santos contributed seven points, four rebounds, and three assists, but his shooting efficiency left plenty to be desired. He made just one of four field-goal attempts and converted only half of his eight free throws.

His playmaking and rebounding helped him contribute beyond scoring, and he kept his turnovers to one. However, missing four free throws in a game Golden State lost by nine points stands out. Santos had some useful moments, but he needed to be more efficient at the line.

Georges Niang: C

Game Stats: 4 PTS, 4 REB, 2 AST, 3 TOV, 2-9 FG, 0-5 3-PT FG, 23 MIN

Niang struggled to find his shot, going 0-for-5 from three-point range and 2-for-9 overall. For a player whose perimeter shooting can help space the floor, that was a costly cold stretch.

He still added four rebounds and two assists, but three turnovers made his night more difficult. His plus-six rating was a positive, though the individual shooting line was underwhelming. Golden State needed more from its perimeter options against a team shooting as efficiently as Phoenix.

Gary Payton II: C-

Game Stats: 2 PTS, 1 REB, 1-3 FG, 0-1 3-PT FG, 17 MIN

Payton finished with just two points and one rebound in 17 minutes. He took care of the ball, but his offensive contribution was minimal, and he finished with a team-low minus-14 rating among the Warriors’ rotation players.

His energy and defensive instincts can be valuable, but the box score offered little evidence of a major impact in this matchup. Golden State needed more production from its bench, particularly with Phoenix putting up 131 points.

LJ Cryer: C-

Game Stats: 3 PTS, 1 REB, 1 AST, 1 TOV, 1-5 FG, 1-3 3-PT FG, 14 MIN

Cryer scored three points and made one three-pointer, but he struggled to convert his other attempts. He finished 1-for-5 from the field and added one rebound and one assist.

His role was limited, and he didn’t provide much of an offensive spark. The turnover also hurt an otherwise quiet stat line. Cryer will need to be more efficient to make a larger impact in future opportunities.

Malevy Leons: N/A

Game Stats: 2 PTS, 1 STL, 1-2 FG, 4 MIN

Leons had a brief appearance, scoring two points and recording a steal in four minutes. He made his only field goal and did not commit a turnover.

There isn’t much to evaluate from such a short stint, but he was efficient with his limited opportunities. His overall impact on the outcome was minimal.