The Phoenix Suns are gearing up for a crucial match against the San Antonio Spurs on Thursday, February 19, following a healthy return from the NBA All-Star break. With no injuries reported, the Suns (32-23) are currently positioned seventh in the Western Conference, while the Spurs lead at second place with a record of 38-16.
Key players Grayson Allen and Isaiah Livers are set to return after sidelining three games due to injuries sustained in a matchup against the Golden State Warriors on February 5. Allen dealt with a right knee sprain, while Livers had a left shoulder sprain. Their performance will be pivotal as the Suns look to climb the standings.
However, the team will be without Dillon Brooks, who is serving a one-game suspension following his accumulation of 16 technical fouls this season. Brooks leads the league in this category, and Suns general manager Brian Gregory emphasized the importance of discipline for the team’s success. He acknowledged the ongoing conversations with Brooks about managing his technical foul situation, which can lead to additional suspensions after every two technical fouls.
Jalen Green is progressing well after injury, having participated in workouts during the All-Star break to improve his conditioning. Green, who has played only seven games this season due to a right hamstring injury, is now on the road to recovery after dealing with a left hip contusion earlier in the season. Gregory praised Green’s dedication to rehabilitation, highlighting his positive attitude throughout the process.
In other roster news, Cole Anthony remains absent from the team’s activities, and sources indicate that the Suns are considering waiving him. The Suns recently made a multi-team trade to acquire Amir Coffey and Anthony, which included sending Nick Richards to the Chicago Bulls and Nigel Hayes-Davis to the Bucks prior to the February 5 trade deadline.
As the Suns look to reinvigorate their season with a healthy lineup, fans remain hopeful for a strong performance against a formidable Spurs team. The reintegration of Allen and Livers could provide the spark the team needs to secure a vital victory.