The Phoenix Suns face a setback as Jalen Green will be sidelined for some time. Green suffered a right hamstring strain during Saturday's victory against the Los Angeles Clippers. According to multiple media reports on Tuesday, he will be re-evaluated in four to six weeks. This injury comes after his season debut was already delayed due to similar hamstring issues.
Green made an impressive debut for the Suns last Thursday, scoring six 3-pointers and amassing 29 points in just 23 minutes. However, his recent injury may have aggravated previous hamstring problems. Acquired last offseason in a trade that sent Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets, Green's absence is a significant blow to the team.
With Green out, Royce O'Neale has been moved into the
starting lineup. He played this role during Monday's win over the New Orleans Pelicans. The Suns began this season with moderate expectations after finishing 36-46 last year and trading away Durant and Bradley Beal during the offseason.
Despite these changes, Phoenix has shown resilience by winning five of their last six games, bringing their record to 6-5. The team's performance has been promising despite initial doubts about their potential this season.
Jalen Green, selected as the second overall draft pick in 2021, displayed significant talent and athleticism during his four seasons with the Houston Rockets. However, he often faced criticism for his shot selection. In his career spanning 309 games, Green has averaged 20.1 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per game.
His shooting statistics include a field goal percentage of 42.2% and a three-point shooting rate of 34.2%. These numbers highlight both his scoring ability and areas where improvement is needed.
The Suns are hopeful that once Green recovers from his injury, he can continue contributing significantly to their success this season. His return will be crucial as they aim to build on their recent victories and improve their standing in the league.
