PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns face a challenging matchup tonight against the Portland Trail Blazers while navigating a significant injury report. Devin Booker (hip), Dillon Brooks (hand), and Jordan Goodwin (calf) will all be sidelined for the second consecutive game, following a double-overtime victory against the Orlando Magic.
Suns vs Blazers: Sunday Fun Day
The Suns enter Sunday’s game after a grueling contest against Orlando, while the Trail Blazers have won four of their last six games. Portland currently trails Phoenix by six games in the standings.
Adding to the Suns’ concerns, Grayson Allen (right knee/ankle management) and Jalen Green (right hamstring management) are listed as questionable for tonight’s game. Booker is expected to be re-evaluated within a week, but Brooks’ injury is believed to be more serious, potentially keeping him out for an extended period.
Phoenix head coach Jordan Ott acknowledged the team’s difficult situation, stating, “We talked about it yesterday as a group, and then we talked about it halftime. We can’t sense sorry for ourselves. No one’s going to feel sorry for ourselves.” He added, “They [other teams] surely aren’t going to. No one cares, and the only group that can aid us when you’re stranded is our group. So we just got to find the solution.”
The Trail Blazers are a team that likes to push the pace, ranking seventh in the league with a pace rating of 101.2. Phoenix will need to be prepared for a prompt-paced game and will ultimately have their hands full, especially after a physically demanding win over the Magic.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many players are currently out for the Phoenix Suns?
Devin Booker, Dillon Brooks, and Jordan Goodwin are confirmed to be out. Grayson Allen and Jalen Green are listed as questionable.
How far behind the Suns are the Trail Blazers in the standings?
The Blazers are six games back from the seventh-seeded Suns.
What did Suns coach Jordan Ott say about the team’s injuries?
Ott stated that the team cannot feel sorry for themselves and that they need to find solutions to overcome the challenges presented by the injuries.
As the Suns navigate this stretch of injuries, will their supporting cast be able to step up and secure a win against a Portland team finding its stride?
