Clippers @ Suns 12-10-18

[Mainstreet]

On Monday the Suns return to action to face the Clippers. The Suns have lost their past eight games while the Clippers have lost their past two games.

The game is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. Arizona time and televised on FSAZ.


Here is a preview of the game from Duane Rankin at azcentral:


Outlook: Phoenix (4-22) lost its eighth straight game, 115-98, Friday to Miami as the team’s top two scorers, Devin Booker and TJ Warren, continue to miss action with injuries. Booker has missed the past three games after re-injuring his hamstring while Warren hasn’t played in the last five games due to soreness in his right ankle. Warren practiced on Sunday and expects to play Monday against the Clippers. … The Clippers (16-9) have lost three of their past four games including the past two at Memphis (96-86) and at home against Miami (121-98). … Troy Daniels has led Phoenix in scoring the past two games with 15 and 18 points against Portland and Miami, respectively. … Luc Mbah a Moute isn’t expected to play for the Clippers as he’s been out with a knee injury. … The Clippers outscored Phoenix 40-25 in the third quarter of their 115-99 win over Phoenix last month in Los Angeles. … The Suns will play Tuesday at San Antonio in the second of a back-to-back.

https://www.azcentral.com/story/spo...warren-back-but-deandre-ayton-ill/2259551002/

 

[Mainstreet]

Here is a player status report.

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[Hoop Head]

So now Ayton is "sick" again? I wouldn't question it if he wasn't "sick" a couple of days ago because he forgot to eat. Who knows. I didn't think off the court drama this year would be more interesting than our playing on the court but our playing has been atrocious and the drama off the court has been plentiful and troublesome.

 

[1Sun]

At this point, I don't think anyone wants to play for Igor anymore, unless it's a G-Leaguer who otherwise wouldn't get a sniff of the NBA.

 

[AzStevenCal]

So now Ayton is "sick" again? I wouldn't question it if he wasn't "sick" a couple of days ago because he forgot to eat. Who knows. I didn't think off the court drama this year would be more interesting than our playing on the court but our playing has been atrocious and the drama off the court has been plentiful and troublesome.

Or maybe he was in the early stages the other day and it's grown worse? Not that I necessarily believe it, but he has looked under involved the past few games. So who knows, maybe he does have the flu?

 

[Mainstreet]

Crawford is questionable with a reported sore left knee.

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[Mainstreet]

There will be a minute restriction on playing Warren.

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[Mainstreet]

Crawford is now listed as out for tonight's game.

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[Mainstreet]

Melton will start tonight.

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[Mainstreet]

I hope Ariza plays well tonight with all the trade talk.

 

[95pro]

Wish Melton would quit giving the opponent the ball right after he scores.

 

[Mainstreet]

No signs of intimidation for Ayton tonight.

 

[BC867]

No signs of intimidation for Ayton tonight.

Although his first shot/basket was a jumper from top of the key because he was hanging out on a high pick.

On the other hand, he just blocked a shot.

 

[Mainstreet]

Ariza beats Boban on a jump ball.

 

[Mainstreet]

Although his first shot/basket was a jumper from top of the key because he was hanging out on a high pick.

On the other hand, he just blocked a shot.

That block was nice against Boban.

 

[BC867]

Ariza beats Boban on a jump ball.

And Ayton won the opening tip as well.

 

[Mainstreet]

I'm hoping to see Evans tonight. Igor says he is a true point guard.

 

[BC867]

Ayton with his second block, right after being blocked. Good hustle.

 

[Mainstreet]

Ayton with his second block, right after being blocked. Good hustle.

I think he remembers the last Clippers game. It's nice to see he has learned from the experience.

 

[SunnyBaller]

That was probably the best start ayton has had this year , hustle defensive and offense!

 

[Yuma]

I cant even see JJ with those moves....

 

[AzStevenCal]

It's nice to see the effort from just about everyone. We've had a couple of freak plays go against us or this lead would look even better.

 

[BC867]

The Suns, I mean Fox Sports Arizona, is having technical difficulties.

KRay is actually doing some play-by-play instead of being the co-color commentator.

 

[devilalum]

Somebody kicked the plug out of the wall.

 

[BC867]

They're baaaaack.