Warriors @ Suns Wednesday game thread 2-12-20

[Mainstreet]

It's the last game for the Suns before the All-Star Weekend and it can't come quick enough with all the injuries.

Warriors (12-42) have only won two of their last ten games while the Suns (21-33) haven't fared much better winning only three of their last ten.

The game will be televised on FSAZ.

Start time is 7 p.m. MST (Arizona time).

 

[Mainstreet]

After the All-Star break the Suns will hit the road for three games: @Raptors February 21st, @Bulls February 22nd and @Jazz February 24th.

 

[Hoop Head]

After the All-Star break the Suns will hit the road for three games: @Raptors February 21st, @Bulls February 22nd and @Jazz February 24th.

Hopefully either Baynes is back or they've added another big. I can understand Monty's POV of not just adding anyone though. Getting someone with the potential to stick with the team beyond this year is the smart decision. I know it's frustrating for us as fans to see them undermanned but if he can handle it then we should be able to also.

 

[Mainstreet]

Hopefully either Baynes is back or they've added another big. I can understand Monty's POV of not just adding anyone though. Getting someone with the potential to stick with the team beyond this year is the smart decision. I know it's frustrating for us as fans to see them undermanned but if he can handle it then we should be able to also.

It's to the point I do not even think much about Baynes, Saric or Kaminsky returning. My guess is Kaminsky may be out for the season.

Perhaps the Suns are waiting for other buyouts to occur over the All-Star break before making a decision as to who to bring in.

 

[Hoop Head]

It's to the point I do not even think much about Baynes, Saric or Kaminsky returning. My guess is Kaminsky may be out for the season.

Perhaps the Suns are waiting for other buyouts to occur over the All-Star break before making a decision as to who to bring in.

Kaminsky wasn't due back until March at the earliest but I haven't kept up on it, I don't believe it's changed though.

Saric should be back after the break. We couldn't deal him, which is whatever, but he's a pro and won't make waves. He also has a contract coming up. Any chance of the Suns keeping him depends on how he plays the next 2 months. I'm not against it for a fair price, as a backup.

I thought Baynes might be bought out but Tyler Johnson getting bought out makes me think they'll keep Baynes. I think his injury is legit and part of why we won't buy him out, why it doesn't matter, is because here he can get enough rest for the Olympics. If he went to the Clippers though, who were rumored to be interested, then he'd probably play until June. That's an extra month and a half of basketball and at his age, that probably isn't something he's all that interested in. He already has a title as a Spur years back so chasing a ring isn't a big deal for him.

 

[Mainstreet]

Kaminsky wasn't due back until March at the earliest but I haven't kept up on it, I don't believe it's changed though.

Saric should be back after the break. We couldn't deal him, which is whatever, but he's a pro and won't make waves. He also has a contract coming up. Any chance of the Suns keeping him depends on how he plays the next 2 months. I'm not against it for a fair price, as a backup.

I thought Baynes might be bought out but Tyler Johnson getting bought out makes me think they'll keep Baynes. I think his injury is legit and part of why we won't buy him out, why it doesn't matter, is because here he can get enough rest for the Olympics. If he went to the Clippers though, who were rumored to be interested, then he'd probably play until June. That's an extra month and a half of basketball and at his age, that probably isn't something he's all that interested in. He already has a title as a Spur years back so chasing a ring isn't a big deal for him.

I do not want to depend on these players next season. None of them are athletic and Baynes will be 34 in December.

 

[Mainstreet]

Ayton is questionable. No need to rush him back before the All-Star break.


Kellan Olson‏Verified account @KellanOlson

Deandre Ayton is questionable again because of the left ankle soreness.

Saric, Baynes and Kaminsky are all out again.

3:31 PM - 11 Feb 2020

 

[Carolinacacti]

I think they go into nexrt season with all three on the roster......................Not a bad thing

 

[leclerc]

We must have the record of most players and personnel over the last five years.

 

[Mainstreet]

We must have the record of most players and personnel over the last five years.

It sure feels like it even if it's not true. Hard to track these things.

 

[mjb21aztd]

Go suns let's atleast show were better than this warriors team.... woukd be embarrassing to lose this one

But suns have a ton of injuries

But at worst least a loss helps in lottery...

 

[Mainstreet]

Power forward Jonah Bolden, who was signed to a 10 day contract, will reportedly be available tonight so that's a plus.

https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/basketball/news/suns-jonah-bolden-latches-on-with-phoenix/

 

[Yuma]

Even short handed, we SHOULD win this game. Who knows? Last game it looked like Oubre and Booker were hitting the wall.

 

[Mainstreet]

Steve Kerr says he voted for Devin Booker to make the All-Star Team.

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[Mainstreet]

Next up. Nice looking jersey.

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[Mainstreet]

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[mjb21aztd]

Almost gm time im soooo exhausted from work might not make it through gm.... hope to wake up to a good outcome

Any news on ayton

 

[AzStevenCal]

Even short handed, we SHOULD win this game. Who knows? Last game it looked like Oubre and Booker were hitting the wall.

When your team plays really short-handed for awhile it takes a physical and mental toll on the players. AFAIC there is no game on our schedule that qualifies as a "should win". We could win but we can also lose to any team that isn't actively trying to come out second best.

 

[Mainstreet]

Almost gm time im soooo exhausted from work might not make it through gm.... hope to wake up to a good outcome

Any news on ayton

Monty said earlier Ayton was probably out. No need to rush him with the All-Star break coming up.

 

[mjb21aztd]

Monty said earlier Ayton was probably out. No need to rush him with the All-Star break coming up.

Yup season is over well playoff wise so i agree don't want to risk having ayton get seriously hurt miss next season start

 

[JCSunsfan]

His /36 #s from last year are better than Benders last year.

 

[Phrazbit]

His /36 #s from last year are better than Benders last year.

I gotta think Bender's per 36 stats are about as lousy as possible, especially for someone who played as much as he did.

Outside of pure defensive specialists, like Thabo, I have never seen a player put up lines like "2 points, 3 rebounds, 22 minutes" as frequently as Bender would.

 

[Mainstreet]

Who is the person next to Gambo on pregame?

 

[Mainstreet]

Here are the starting lineups.

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[Mainstreet]

Rubio misses two good close-in shots but Booker finally gets the Suns on the board with a basket.