Suns Clinch No.7 Seed Amid Injuries And Rest
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PHOENIX — Devin Booker scored 37 points as the Phoenix Suns defeated the Dallas Mavericks 112-107 on Wednesday, clinching the Western Conference No. 7 seed and securing home advantage in the NBA play-in tournament scheduled for this coming week.
The win leaves Phoenix positioned to host a play-in game and prompted plans to rest starters for upcoming road matchups on Friday and Sunday; Jalen Green left Wednesday’s game with a reported right knee issue, and Jordan Goodwin exited with a left ankle concern.
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Timeline
- 1. Training camp: Jalen Green suffered a hamstring issue, beginning his season-long availability problems.
- 2. Through March: Green played only 12 games due to multiple hamstring setbacks.
- 3. Wednesday night: Suns beat Mavericks 112-107; Booker scored 37 and Phoenix clinched the No. 7 seed.
- 4. During that game: Jalen Green left after four minutes with a right knee complaint; Jordan Goodwin exited with a left ankle issue.
- 5. Following the win: Coaching staff indicated plans to rest key players for upcoming road games and the play-in tournament.
Why it matters
The Suns' victory and their secured home advantage could mean exciting times ahead for fans. If you're a Suns supporter, keep an eye on the NBA play-in tournament. But remember, key players may be rested due to injuries.
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