Devin Booker Exits Game with Right Ankle Injury After Teammate Falls
In a recent matchup against the Atlanta Hawks, Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker suffered a right ankle injury during the third quarter. The incident occurred late in the game when Booker, while looking back, inadvertently stepped on teammate Onyeka Okongwu’s foot. This misstep resulted in him going down near mid-court, prompting play to halt as he remained on the floor.
Injury Details
Medical staff assisted Booker as he limped off the court. Before his early exit, Booker had an impressive performance, scoring 31 points in just 28 minutes of play, including hitting five out of nine attempts from beyond the arc. With Booker’s efforts, the Suns were ahead 91-84 at the close of the third quarter.
Impact on the Suns
The injury came just after the Suns ruled out teammate Jalen Green due to precautionary concerns regarding right hamstring tightness. Green had recently returned from a lengthy absence, having missed 33 straight games due to a hamstring issue. He has played only four games in the current season since being acquired from Houston as part of the Kevin Durant trade.
Historical Context of Injuries
- Booker sprained his left ankle earlier in the season on January 13 against Miami.
- After that injury, he managed to return to the game later that same match.
- Booker missed the following game on January 15 against Detroit but returned on January 17 against New York.
Future Outlook
The recent injuries to both Booker and Green raise concerns for the Suns as they continue their season. Fans and analysts will be keeping a close eye on Booker’s recovery and the overall health of the team moving forward.
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