Devin Booker and Key Suns Players to Miss Final Preseason Showdown Against Luka Doncic and Lakers
Phoenix Suns will be without several key players for their final preseason game against the Los Angeles Lakers. The matchup is scheduled for October 14 at the Mortgage Matchup Center. Devin Booker, a highlight for the Suns, is among the players resting following a demanding schedule in China against the Brooklyn Nets.
Key Suns Players Absent
Devin Booker, along with teammates Dillon Brooks, Grayson Allen, Ryan Dunn, Oso Ighodaro, Collin Gillespie, Royce O’Neale, and Nick Richards, will miss this crucial game. These players participated in the first three preseason games before taking a break. The team just returned from two games in three days in Macao, China.
New Lineup Strategy
With several players resting, the Suns are expected to start a fresh lineup. Jordan Goodwin, Jared Butler, Nigel Hayes-Davis, and rookies Rasheer Fleming and Khaman Maluach are set to take the lead on the court.
Injury and Season Preparations
Mark Williams, a 7-foot-tall player with an ongoing fitness plan, will not play in the final preseason game. Williams, known for being injury-prone, has appeared in just 106 games over three NBA seasons. The team is preparing him for the 2025-26 season.
- Jalen Green, sidelined by a left hamstring strain, is also out for this game.
- Green sustained the injury during training camp and aggravated it in China.
Looking Forward
The Suns, balancing rest and readiness, aim to optimize their strategies for the upcoming season. Fans and analysts are keen to observe these developments closely. For additional insights, contact Suns Insider Duane Rankin or follow him on social media.
