Suns’ Nassir Little to Miss Lakers Game with Undisclosed Injury
PHOENIX – The Phoenix Suns will be without forward Nassir Little for tonight’s matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers, the team announced Monday. The nature of Little’s injury has not been disclosed, but his absence presents a challenge for a Suns team seeking to build momentum.
The timing of Little’s injury is particularly impactful as Phoenix prepares for a notable test against a strong Lakers squad. Currently 12-9, the Suns are looking to rebound from recent losses to Oklahoma City and Denver. The Lakers, boasting a 15-4 record, represent another formidable opponent in a competitive Western Conference.
Suns coach JJ Redick acknowledged the difficulty of the upcoming game,stating,”We’ve got an incredible challenge tomorrow with Phoenix. Those guys are playing great basketball. They’re coming off a couple of losses to two of the best teams in the NBA (Oklahoma City and Denver). They play hard. They have an identity. That’s going to be a huge challenge.”
Little has appeared in 21 games this season, averaging 3.8 points and 2.2 rebounds in 14.8 minutes per contest. His absence will likely require adjustments to the Suns’ rotation and possibly create opportunities for other players to step up. The Lakers and Suns tip off at 10:00 PM EST at Footprint Center in Phoenix.
