The Phoenix Suns are gearing up to face the Detroit Pistons, and there’s a chance they could be getting a much-needed boost to their backcourt. Jalen Green, who’s been sidelined with a right hamstring injury, is officially listed as questionable for the matchup - a sign that his return might be just around the corner.
Green has missed the last two games after logging only four minutes against the Atlanta Hawks, a game in which he appeared to aggravate the same hamstring that’s been nagging him for most of the season. While there’s no firm timeline for his return, his upgraded status on the injury report is an encouraging sign for Phoenix.
So far, Green’s time with the Suns has been limited - just four games played, averaging 11.8 points - but there’s still plenty of intrigue around what he could bring to this roster. Acquired from the Houston Rockets as part of the Kevin Durant trade, Green arrived with questions about how he’d fit into a Suns backcourt that already features heavy hitters. But with Devin Booker currently sidelined due to an ankle injury, the door is wide open for Green to step in and make an impact.
And let’s not forget: this is a player who averaged 21 points per game last season for a team that finished second in the West. His scoring ability is real, and if he can stay healthy, he has the tools to give Phoenix another dynamic offensive option - something they could certainly use as they navigate the second half of the season.
Despite the injuries and shifting rotations, the Suns have held their own. At 28-19, they’re currently sitting seventh in the Western Conference, outperforming expectations in a season that’s been anything but predictable. Adding a healthy Jalen Green to the mix could be a difference-maker, especially with Booker’s return still up in the air.
For now, all eyes are on the injury report. If Green suits up against Detroit, it could mark the beginning of a much-needed second-half surge - not just for him, but for a Suns team looking to climb the standings and make some noise come playoff time.