The Phoenix Suns injury report is getting unwanted action once again. During the Suns vs Grizzlies game, Bradley Beal exited in the second quarter with a left hip contusion injury. This marks another setback for the Suns’ “Big Three” of Beal, Kevin Durant, and Devin Booker. The three stars have struggled to be healthy at the same time, limiting the Suns’ chances of taking control of the West. Also, Beal’s stats haven’t been great this season, but he was finally starting to look like his old self in the last few games, making this injury hurt even more.
Phoenix Suns Struggles May Continue Following Star’s Injury
Suns vs Memphis Game and Bradley Beal Stats
Beal has already missed 10 games this season due to various injuries. His durability is becoming an issue. Since playing back-to-back 82-game seasons in the 2017-18 and 2018-19 seasons, he hasn’t eclipsed over 60 games once. Now, when Beal plays, he doesn’t look like the former star he once was.
That being said, Beal looked like he was finding his rhythm before his injury. He had scored 23 or more points in four of his previous five games. His early departure against Memphis limited him to just three points, two assists, and one rebound on 1-for-5 shooting in 12 minutes. Beal is scoring the same amount as last season, but his assists, rebounds, and shooting percentages have all taken a dip.
Suns Can’t Take Another Beal Injury
Beal hasn’t been the only name on the Suns injury report this season. Booker recently returned from a five-game absence due to a groin injury, while Durant also missed time. Despite their health issues, when Beal, Booker, and Durant are on the court, the Suns have shown flashes of their true potential.
Phoenix is currently 11th in the Western Conference standings. They need to turn things around to compete for a spot in this year’s playoffs. After starting the season 9-2, they’ve slipped to 15-17. Booker and Durant must shoulder an even greater offensive load if Beal misses significant time.
Looking Ahead After the Bradley Beal Injury
The Suns have a few days of rest before playing against the Indiana Pacers on Saturday. That will be the first game of a three-game road trip. These days off could be key to getting Beal back on the court as soon as possible. Currently, the timeline for his return remains uncertain. The team has not disclosed the severity of his hip contusion, leaving everyone wondering about his availability in the coming weeks.
If Beal can stay healthy and score like he has been over the last few games, the Suns should make the playoffs. With Durant and Booker, getting a chance in the playoffs could be enough for them to make some noise. However, if injuries continue to plague him, questions about his long-term fit in Phoenix will only grow.
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