The Phoenix Suns are preparing to welcome back Jalen Green as they face the Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday. The young guard, recovering from a right hamstring strain, is listed as probable and could make his debut start in a Suns uniform.
Green’s return comes after missing the team's first eight games of the season, during which Phoenix posted a 3–5 record. His presence is expected to strengthen the lineup and form a new backcourt duo with Devin Booker.
“All signs indicate that Green is ready to join Booker in the starting lineup, giving the Suns a fast and explosive pairing on offense.”
Traded from Houston as part of the blockbuster Kevin Durant deal, Green is widely viewed as one of the NBA’s most promising young players. In his final season with the Rockets, he averaged 21 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game while shooting 42.3% from the field and 35.4% from beyond the arc. His performance helped Houston capture the second seed in the Western Conference.
Jalen Green’s likely return from injury energizes the Phoenix Suns, promising a dynamic backcourt alongside Devin Booker and new momentum for the team’s season.