Suns' Mark Williams Praises Jalen Green Ahead of Potential Return
Jalen Green is poised to make his season debut as the Phoenix Suns aim to improve to 4-5 against the Los Angeles Clippers at 9:00 p.m. ET on Thursday. After missing both the preseason and the Suns’ first eight regular-season games due to a strained right hamstring, Green is now listed as probable to play, according to the NBA's official injury report.
Green's return is expected to ease the scoring burden on Devin Booker and potentially help the team recover from a slow start.
Mark Williams Comments on Green and Booker
Before Green's anticipated comeback, Suns center Mark Williams highlighted the offensive threat posed by both Green and Booker, emphasizing how their scoring abilities benefit the team's frontcourt.
“I think everybody knows both of those guys can score the ball at a really high level,” Williams said. “Defenses have to pay attention to both of them, so I think that'll make our lives as bigs a little bit easier. That's just one more person you’ve got to worry about.”
Green joined the Suns through a historic seven-team trade this summer, the deal that sent Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets.
Additional Notes
- The Suns are looking to steady their season after a mixed start.
- Green's injury had sidelined him for a significant portion of the season.
- The team hopes Green’s scoring can revitalize their offense going forward.
Author's summary: Jalen Green’s anticipated return should bolster the Suns’ offense, relieving pressure on Devin Booker and enhancing the team's competitive edge after a shaky start.