Bradley Beal Teased by Fans After Rough Game as Clippers Lose in SG's Return vs. Suns

Bradley Beal fell short in his return to Phoenix as the Los Angeles Clippers dropped a 115–102 loss to the Suns on the road Thursday night.

The game marked Beal's first appearance back in Phoenix since agreeing to a contract buyout with the Suns in July, following the franchise's failed attempt to form a lasting "big three" with Beal, Kevin Durant and Devin Booker.

Beal averaged his third-lowest points total last season with the Suns over his 14-year career.

In his return to a chorus of boos, Beal recorded five points, one rebound and one assist, shooting 14.3 percent from the field for the Clippers, who were without both James Harden and Kawhi Leonard.

Phoenix's Devin Booker finished with 24 points, seven assists and six rebounds to hold off Beal and the Clippers for the win.

Fans reacted to Beal's short-handed performance in his return to Phoenix.

The Clippers fell to 3-5 on the season, 0-3 on the road, while the Suns improved to 4-5 at home.

Los Angeles entered halftime with a 51–48 lead before an explosive 40-point third quarter from the Suns put them ahead 88–74 entering the final frame. Despite the Clippers' attempts to mount a comeback, Phoenix held strong down the stretch to secure the win.

Both teams have one win against each other this season and will look to take the series lead on Saturday when the Clippers host the Suns.