The Suns built up a comfortable lead against the starters on the Nets, but then had to hold off the young Nets players off the bench to prevail.  Steve Nash had an outstanding game directing the offense with 26 points and 13 assists.  Amare Stoudamire had his best game of the season with 25 points, 10 rebounds and 7 blocked shots.  Raja Bell pitched in with 18 points and 5 rebounds.  Shawn Marion had a busy night with 16 points, 10 rebounds, 3 steals and 2 blocked shots.

The Suns got out-rebounded 49-37 by the Nets, but still prevailed to improve their record to 6-6 after the win on Friday.