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Player grades: Warriors vs. Suns

The Golden State Warriors dropped to a 0-3 start after a 131-122 defeat to the Phoenix Suns on Saturday. Despite missing Steph Curry, Draymond Green, Brandin Podziemski, and Al Horford, the team remained competitive in the second half of a back-to-back set.

Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg led the way with 26 points, 9 rebounds, and 5 assists in 36 minutes of play. Graham Ike recorded a double-double with 12 points and 10 rebounds over 26 minutes, while Gui Santos contributed 7 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 assists in 23 minutes.

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