GRAYSON ALLEN NEWS

Limited in practice Coach Mike Budenholzer said Tuesday that Allen (Achilles) hasn't done any basketball work, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Allen has been a limited participant during practices due to Achilles soreness, though the club is aiming to have him back by Opening Night. The sharpshooter has yet to appear in the preseason, and at this point he only has one more chance that will come Thursday against the Lakers.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Denver Allen (Achilles) won't play in Sunday's preseason game against the Nuggets, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Allen is targeting to be available for the regular-season opener against the Clippers on Oct. 23, so it's not surprising to see him being held out of a preseason contest. The Suns have just one preseason game left before the start of the 2024-25 campaign.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Out with Achilles soreness Allen (personal) will not play in Friday's preseason game against the Pistons due to Achilles soreness, Amanda Pflugrad of 3TV Phoenix reports.

Impact Allen missed the Suns' first two exhibition games due to personal reasons, but he rejoined the team Friday. Phoenix will err on the side of caution with its sharp-shooter in order to ensure his health for the regular-season. When healthy, the Duke product is expected to provide shooting off the bench as a depth wing option.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Back with team Allen (personal) was seen back in the Suns' practice building on the stationary bike Friday, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Impact While Allen has already been ruled out for Friday's preseason matchup with the Pistons, his absence for personal reasons shouldn't extend much longer. Allen's next chance to play is Sunday's preseason contest against the Nuggets.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Friday Allen (personal) won't play in Friday's preseason game against the Pistons, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Allen will miss another preseason due to personal reasons but should be good to go once the regular season rolls around. His next chance to suit up is Sunday's preseason matchup with Denver.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday Allen (personal) has been ruled out for Tuesday's preseason matchup against the Pistons, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Impact Allen's absence is not expected to affect his availability for Opening Night, and with the 28-year-old out the Suns will likely get an extended look at Damion Lee, Boo Buie and Collin Gillespie. Allen's next opportunity to suit up will come at home Friday against the Pistons.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to come off bench Coach Mike Budenholzer said Friday that Tyus Jones will begin the year in the starting five, leaving Allen (ankle) to come off the bench, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic repor...

Impact Allen is expected to retreat to the bench in favor of Jones, who will start in the backcourt alongside Devin Booker. Allen made 75 regular-season appearances (74 starts) last season, during which he averaged 13.5 points, 3.9 rebounds and 3.5 assists across 33.5 minutes per game. The 28-year-old also shot a career-high 46.1 percent from three-point range last season, and he will likely serve as a crucial spark off the bench.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Suns owner Mat Ishbia says franchise doing 'excellent,' expects starters to stay put

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MAY 2

Phoenix Suns' Grayson Allen rethinks approach in return from ankle injury in playoffs Grayson Allen missed Game 3 and Game 4 of Phoenix's playoff series against Minnesota with a right ankle sprain he first injured in Game 1.

APRIL 30 • AZCENTRAL.COM

'Feels even worse the next day': Suns' Grayson Allen remains out with right ankle sprain Grayson Allen will miss his second straight game in the first-round series against Minnesota with a right ankle sprain.

APRIL 29 • AZCENTRAL.COM

Unavailable for Game 4 Allen (ankle) is out for Sunday's Game 4 against the Timberwolves, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Impact Allen was unable to play Friday due to a right ankle sprain that will hold him out again Sunday. Eric Gordon and Royce O'Neale should continue to see expanded roles in Allen's absence.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Game 4 Allen (ankle) is questionable for Game 4 against the Timberwolves on Sunday, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Allen didn't play in Game 3 of the series Friday, and his status is unclear, although the questionable tag leaves the door open for a return in what might be the final game of the Suns' season. Allen is averaging just 3.5 points per game while shooting a meager 20 percent from the field in his two appearances during the current series.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Allen (ankle) will not play in Friday's Game 3 versus the Timberwolves.

Impact This is a tough blow for the Suns, as Allen has been key to Phoenix's floor spacing this season. He was able to get in a limited practice Thursday and is considered day-to-day, so the Suns could potentially get him back for Game 4 on Sunday. Eric Gordon and Royce O'Neale are candidates to see increased run in the meantime.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Game 3 Allen (ankle) is questionable for Friday's Game 3 against the Timberwolves, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Impact Allen tweaked his right ankle injury during Tuesday's Game 2 but underwent an X-ray after the matchup that came back negative. He practiced in a limited capacity Thursday and was able to run with a water treadmill. He also said that his ankle feels "better than expected." It's not yet clear whether he'll be available for Friday's matchup, but it's encouraging that he was able to do some activity Thursday.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Timberwolves take 2-0 lead on Suns behind 25 points and ace defense from Jaden McDaniels

The Minnesota Timberwolves pulled away in the second half to take a 2-0 series lead over the Phoenix Suns with a 105-93 win Tuesday night.

APRIL 24

Avoids serious injury Frank Vogel said Tuesday that X-rays came back negative on Allen's right ankle, and he should be considered day-to-day, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Allen has dealt with a right ankle injury through the first two games of the series against Minnesota and should be considered questionable for Game 3 on Friday. If Allen is unable to suit, Eric Gordon and Royce O'Neale will likely receive increased playing time.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Suns guard Grayson Allen aggravates ankle injury in Game 2 vs. Timberwolves | NBA.com Suns guard Grayson Allen appears to aggravate the ankle injury he initially suffered in Game 1.

APRIL 24 • NBA.COM

Won't return Tuesday Allen has been ruled out for the remainder of Tuesday's Game 2 against the Timberwolves due to a right ankle injury. He will end the contest with three points (1-2 FG, 1-2 3Pt), th...

Impact Allen will sit out the remainder of Game 2 after landing awkwardly on Timberwolves guard Mike Conley early in the third quarter. Allen has been held to just seven total points across the first two games of the series while dealing with an ankle injury. Allen's availability for Game 3 on Friday is uncertain.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Suns' Grayson Allen exits during third quarter of Game 2 against Timberwolves Phoenix Suns guard Grayson Allen exited with an apparent injury during the third quarter of Tuesday night’s Game 2 of a Western Conference f...

APRIL 24 • SI.COM

Suns guard Grayson Allen aggravates ankle injury vs. Timberwolves. Phoenix falls into 0-2 hole

Phoenix Suns guard Grayson Allen appeared to aggravate the sprained right ankle he suffered in the playoff opener

APRIL 24 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Tweaks ankle Tuesday Allen left Tuesday's Game 2 against the Timberwolves with 9:17 remaining in the third quarter due to an apparent right ankle injury, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Impact Allen landed awkwardly on Timberwolves guard Mike Conley and appeared to re-aggravate the right ankle injury that he suffered in Game 1. If Allen is unable to return, Eric Gordon, Royce O'Neale and Josh Okogie are candidates to receive increased playing time.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Game 2 Allen (ankle) is available for Tuesday's Game 2 against the Timberwolves, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Impact Allen has been upgraded from questionable to available Tuesday despite dealing with a right ankle sprain. The 28-year-old guard failed to make a three in Game 1 but shot 46.1 percent on 5.9 three-point attempts per contest during the regular season. Allen won't operate on a minutes restriction.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Tuesday Coach Frank Vogel said Allen (ankle) was a limited participant during Monday's practice and is questionable for Game 2 against the Timberwolves on Tuesday, Kellan Olson of ArizonaS...

Impact Allen tallied four points (0-3 3Pt) and five rebounds in 25 minutes before leaving the Game 1 loss with a sprained right ankle. X-rays returned negative, and the sharpshooter could at least do parts of Monday's practice, both positive signs. However, his availability will likely come down to a game-time decision.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Suns G Grayson Allen (ankle) exits Game 1 vs. Wolves Phoenix Suns guard Grayson Allen exited Saturday’s game against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the third quarter due to a right ankle injury....

APRIL 20 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

X-rays negative Allen (ankle) got x-rays after Saturday's loss to the Timberwolves but they came out negative, according to head coach Frank Vogel, and the diagnosis is an ankle sprain, Gerald Bou...

Impact The outcome of the x-rays was positive, though it's uncertain whether Allen will be able to recover to feature in Game 2 of the series Tuesday given the quick turnaround between games. Allen finished the series opener Saturday with four points (0-3 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds and two assists across 25 minutes.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE