PHOENIX SPORTS NEWSUpdates on injuries for Suns vs. Lakers.
The Phoenix Suns will welcome back Jusuf Nurkic for their upcoming matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday afternoon.
However, Bradley Beal will continue to be sidelined due to a nasal fracture. Consequently, Frank Vogel has chosen to start Royce O’Neale in his place.
O’Neale, who has played five games for the Suns, has been averaging 22.2 minutes and 6.4 points per game.
Regarding Beal’s situation, Frank Vogel expressed some optimism, saying, “Hopefully, he’s back soon.”
As for the Lakers, Anthony Davis and LeBron James are listed as questionable and will be game-time decisions.
In their meetings against the Lakers this season, the Suns have a 1-3 record. Additionally, they are currently on a two-game losing streak since the All-Star break.
On the other hand, the Lakers have won 7 of their last 9 games, placing them just one spot behind the Suns in the Western Conference standings.
