Jusuf Nurkic available, but will he play with Nick Richards now starting for Phoenix Suns?
Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal and big Jusuf Nurkic practiced Friday heading into Saturday’s rematch against the Washington Wizards at Footprint Center to begin a three-game homestand.
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Suns return to full strength as Beal, Nurkić expected to return against Wizards
The Phoenix Suns returning 3-2 after a five-game road trip are expected to be at full strength Saturday against the Washington Wizards as Jusuf Nurkić (reconditioning) and Bradley Beal (probable, left ankle sprain) return to the lineup.
Suns' Duo Receives Injury Update Ahead of Wizards Game
The Phoenix Suns provided an injury update about their duo ahead of Saturday's matchup with the Washington Wizards.
Suns Looking to Trade Jusuf Nurkić, Which Teams Are Possible Landing Spots?
According to Bovada, the Washington Wizards have the best odds (+300) of landing Nurkić in a trade. They are followed by the Miami Heat (+400), Houston Rockets (+400) and Detroit Pistons (+400).
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Suns coach reveals Jusuf Nurkić is handling benching like ‘a pro’
For a second straight game, Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkić was benched and did not play against the Utah Jazz, sparking rumors that a trade is inevitable at this point.
Likelihood of Jimmy Butler trade to Suns increases following Phoenix-Utah deal: Source
On Tuesday, the Suns traded their 2031 unprotected first-round pick to the Jazz in exchange for first-round picks in 2025, 2027 and 2029.
Suns HC Budenholzer Calls Jusuf Nurkić 'a Pro' After Benching amid NBA Trade Rumors
Phoenix Suns head coach Mike Budenholzer expects veteran center Jusuf Nurkić to answer the call in the event he's inserted back into the team's lineup.
Analyst: Suns Have Been Failure at Halfway Mark
Dan Favale of Bleacher Report gave every single team a letter grade at the official halfway point of the season - and the Suns were given an undeniably poor mark. More from Favale as to why the Suns received an F+ 43 games into the season:
NBA trade deadline live updates: Latest Jimmy Butler rumors as Heat, Suns, others look to make moves
As always, the NBA trade deadline provides ample storylines, with marquee names potentially on the move, contenders looking to bolster their respective rosters for a playoff push and some organizations fully committing to a second-half tank. The major storylines currently captivating the NBA community are:
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New report suggests Phoenix Suns adding 1st round picks is for big trade, but not one including Jimmy Butler
A new report suggests the Phoenix Suns may not use the first-round picks they just acquired in a rumored Jimmy Butler trade.
NBA Rumors: Suns Haven't Asked Bradley Beal About 'Any' Trade amid Jimmy Butler Buzz
The Phoenix Suns haven't asked shooting guard Bradley Beal "about any potential trade" amid ongoing trade buzz surrounding Miami Heat forward Jimmy
Suns Emerge as Favorites to Acquire Bulls' Former Fourth Overall Pick Via Trade
The Suns have had a disappointing season thus far despite starting the season 8-1. Of course, they were expected to be one of the top teams in the Western Conference this season due to their star trio of Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal, but they instead hold a 21-21 record and sit 10 th in the West standings.