The Phoenix Suns are gearing up to take on the San Antonio Spurs in a crucial Western Conference matchup, but they may have to do so without two key players. Center Jusuf Nurkic is listed as probable for Saturday’s game after suffering an orbital contusion in their last outing. Nurkic took a shot to the face in the third quarter against the Atlanta Hawks but managed to return to the game and finish strong. Meanwhile, wing Josh Okogie is questionable for the matchup as he continues to recover from a lower abdominal strain that has kept him out for the past 10 games.
Nurkic’s potential availability is a positive sign for the Suns, who will need his presence in the paint against a tough Spurs team. His rebounding and defensive skills will be crucial in containing San Antonio’s offense. As for Okogie, his return would provide a boost to the Suns’ perimeter defense and add depth to their rotation.
The Suns are coming off a solid win over the Hawks and are looking to continue their momentum on the road trip. With Nurkic and Okogie potentially suiting up for the game, they will have a better chance of securing a victory and solidifying their playoff position in the Western Conference.
Stay tuned for more updates on the Phoenix Suns’ injury status and be sure to catch the game against the Spurs to see how Nurkic and Okogie impact the outcome. #PhoenixSuns #InjuryUpdate #NBA