Phoenix Suns All-Star Bradley Beal was sidelined due to an ankle sprain on Friday’s game, marking another setback in a season plagued by injuries. Beal will miss Sunday’s game against the Washington Wizards, with whom he spent the first 11 seasons of his NBA career.
The Suns have not updated Beal’s status. However, recent reports disclosed by Duane Rankin of the Arizona Republic suggest that he could be out for multiple weeks due to a high ankle sprain. The Suns are expected to release an update on Monday.
Beal sprained his ankle on Friday’s game against the New York Knicks. He hit a 3-point shot in the first quarter and then landed on Donte DiVincenzo’s foot, hurting his ankle in the process. DiVincenzo was hit with a flagrant 1 foul for not giving Beal ample space to land.
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Beal hit the free throw despite the pain. He then headed to the locker room and did not return. Postgame, Suns coach Frank Vogel said that that X-rays were negative, suggesting no fractures but confirming a high ankle sprain.
Bradley Beal’s season with the Suns so far
Bradley Beal has had a rough season in Phoenix since arriving. He has only appeared in six of their 25 games this season. While his performance has been productive, it falls short of the All-Star level he showcased in Washington.
Beal was 14.7 points, 3.3 rebounds and 3.2 assists per game. He scored a season-high 24 points in a 122-119 loss to the LA Lakers on Nov. 11.
The timing of his injury is harsh for the Suns as they are see-sawing in the middle of a loaded Western Conference. The Suns have only had one game with all three of their All-Stars in the lineup. It was a 116-112 loss to the Brooklyn Nets last week. Kevin Durant and Devin Booker have each missed time with their own injuries and soreness issues.
Beal missed the first seven games of the season with back tightness. He made his Phoenix debut on Nov. 8 in a 116-115 overtime win against the Chicago Bulls. He scored 13 points and added four rebounds and he logged four assists in 23 minutes.
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Edited by Abigail Kevichusa