Phoenix Suns vs Hornets: Injury Update and Player Availability Report

The Phoenix Suns head to Charlotte on Thursday, April 2, 2026. Both teams enter a crucial late-season matchup with playoff implications.

Injury update and player availability

This Phoenix Suns vs Hornets Injury Update and Player Availability Report outlines who is available. The report reflects statuses updated on April 2, 2026.

• Phoenix Suns — Out: Mark Williams (foot). He is ruled out for the game.
• Phoenix Suns — Day-to-day: Haywood Highsmith (knee) and Amir Coffey (ankle). Their availability is uncertain.
• Phoenix expected to play: Devin Booker, Jalen Green, Grayson Allen, Dillon Brooks, Royce O’Neale, Nick Richards.
• Charlotte Hornets — Out/unavailable: PJ Hall (ankle). He is not expected to play.
• Charlotte expected to play: LaMelo Ball, Miles Bridges, Kon Knueppel, Tre Mann, Sion James, Collin Sexton.

Rosters and key players

Phoenix leans on Devin Booker and Jalen Green in the backcourt. Supporting guards include Grayson Allen and Collin Gillespie.

• Phoenix frontcourt depth: Nick Richards, Mark Williams (injured), Oso Ighodaro, Khaman Maluach, Isaiah Livers.
• Charlotte backcourt and wings: LaMelo Ball, Collin Sexton, Tre Mann, Sion James, K.J. Simpson, Miles Bridges.
• Other Hornets forwards: Kon Knueppel, Brandon Miller, Tidjane Salaun, Liam McNeeley.

Recent meetings and team snapshot

Phoenix holds the historical edge in this matchup. The Suns have won 44 games versus the Hornets’ 26 wins all-time.

2025–26 snapshot shows Phoenix at 42–34, and Charlotte at 40–36. Charlotte averages about 116.3 points per game versus Phoenix’s 112.9.

• Field-goal percentage: Phoenix about 44.3%, Charlotte about 44.5%.
• Three-point percentage: Phoenix around 35.0%, Charlotte about 36.0%.
• Rebounds per game: Phoenix roughly 42.8, Charlotte roughly 46.2.
• Assists per game: Phoenix 26.4, Charlotte 26.6. Turnovers: Phoenix higher at about 17.8.

Matchup analysis

Backcourt battle

LaMelo Ball will control Charlotte’s offense. Phoenix counters with Booker and high-usage guards like Jalen Green.

Dillon Brooks may have primary defensive duties on Ball. How Phoenix defends Ball could shape the game’s flow.

Frontcourt and rebounding

Both teams deal with frontcourt absences. Role players will need to secure rebounds and protect the paint.

Charlotte will lean on Miles Bridges for physicality. Phoenix will ask Nick Richards and younger bigs to step up.

Three-point shooting and pace

Both teams shoot similar percentages from long range. Charlotte spreads scoring more evenly than Phoenix.

Recent meetings trended high scoring. Expect a fast pace unless defenses or turnovers slow it down.

The April 2 game matters for standings. Phoenix aims to lock its Western Conference position, while Charlotte fights for a playoff spot.

For continued updates and final availability, check Filmogaz.com for the latest injury information and lineup confirmations.