Suns' Mark Williams Praises Jalen Green Ahead of Potential Return
Jalen Green's season debut is approaching as the Phoenix Suns aim to improve to 4-5 in their game against the Los Angeles Clippers at 9:00 p.m. ET on Thursday. Green, one of the team’s key offensive players, is listed as probable for the game after missing the preseason and the first eight regular-season matches due to a strained right hamstring.
His return is expected to ease the scoring burden on Devin Booker and help the Suns regain momentum after a slow start to the season.
Mark Williams Comments on Green and Booker
Ahead of Green’s expected return, Suns center Mark Williams highlighted the impact of the duo on the team’s dynamics, as reported by Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic.
“I think everybody knows both of those guys can score the ball at a really high level,” Williams said. “Defenses have to pay attention to both of them, so I think that'll make our lives as bigs a little bit easier. That's just one more person you’ve got to worry about.”
Green was acquired by Phoenix in a historic seven-team trade this summer that sent Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets.
Additional Notes
- The Suns have struggled early in the season but hope Green's return will boost their performance.
- Mark Williams sees the scoring threat of Green and Booker as a strategic advantage for the Suns’ frontcourt players.
Summary: Mark Williams emphasizes that the return of Jalen Green will relieve pressure on the Suns' frontcourt by forcing defenses to spread their focus, potentially strengthening the team's overall offense.