In an electrifying season opener at the Chase Centre in San Francisco, D’Tigers standout, Josh Okogie, proved to be the hero of the night as he led the Phoenix Suns to a thrilling 108-104 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday.

With Bradley Beal missing, Okogie was called upon to take a place in the starting lineup alongside basketball greats such as Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, Jusuf Nurkic, and Greyson Allen.

The Suns were determined to kick off the season with a resounding win, and Okogie, playing for 32 minutes, emerged as one of the standout players of the evening.

His all-around performance included 17 points, five rebounds, one assist, and one steal.

Booker, displaying his scoring prowess, led all players with an impressive 32 points, complemented by eight assists and six rebounds, while Durant, a perennial force on the court, recorded a double-double with 18 points, 10 rebounds, and three assists.

Nurkic also achieved a double-double, contributing 14 points, 14 rebounds, and three assists to secure the win.

On the opposing side, Stephen Curry showcased his skills with a team-high 27 points, five rebounds, and one assist.

Klay Thompson made a strong return with 15 points, seven assists, and three rebounds, and Chris Paul added 14 points, nine assists, and six rebounds to make it an exhilarating contest between two of the NBA’s finest teams.