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
JUSUF NURKIC #20 - CENTER - PHOENIX SUNS
8.9 PPG •
10.0 RPG •
1.2 APG
8.9 PPG
10.0 RPG
1.2 APG
Jusuf Nurkic Drops Mic On Draymond Green Following Warriors' Elimination Tuesday night's collapse by the Warriors marked the official end of a Golden State dynasty for many NBA fans.
APRIL 18 • OUTKICK.COM
Jusuf Nurkic Roasted Draymond Green, Warriors With Savage Tweet After Their Loss to Kings The Suns’ center didn’t hold back.
APRIL 17 • SI.COM
Kevin Durant scores 28 points, Jusuf Nurkic makes late free throw as Suns beat Kings 108-107 Kevin Durant scored 28 points, Jusuf Nurkic made a late free throw and the Phoenix Suns beat the Sacramento Kings 108-107 on Friday
APRIL 13 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM
Quiet offensively in double-double Nurkic notched three points (1-1 FG, 1-2 FT), 19 rebounds, 10 assists and one block across 30 minutes during Wednesday's 124-108 victory over the Clippers.
Impact Nurkic returned after missing Tuesday's game against the Clippers due to a sprained right ankle, ending the contest with just a trio of points despite still ending with a double-double while leading all players in Wednesday's outing in rebounds and assists. Nurkic set a new season high in assists while posting his eighth game with 18 or more boards this year.
APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE
Not on injury report for Wednesday Nurkic (ankle) isn't on the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Clippers, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.
Impact Nurkic missed Tuesday's game against the Clippers due to a sprained right ankle, but he'll be back in action for the second half of the back-to-back set. Over his last five appearances, he's averaged 8.6 points, 11.4 rebounds and 5.0 assists in 29.5 minutes per game.
APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out Tuesday Nurkic (ankle) is out for Tuesday's game against the Clippers, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.
Impact Nurkic was initially listed as questionable due to a right ankle sprain, and the Suns will not risk him with the playoffs right around the corner. However, his loss could be troublesome, as the Suns have gone 1-4 without Nurkic this season. Expect Drew Eubanks to start in his place.
APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE
Dealing with ankle sprain Nurkic is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Clippers due to a right ankle sprain.
Impact Nurkic logged 31 minutes in Sunday's loss to New Orleans without an in-game injury being reported, but his status will need to be monitored in advance of Tuesday's contest. Tuesday also marks the beginning of a back-to-back set for the Suns, with a rematch versus the Clippers on deck Wednesday. The Suns have posted a 1-4 record without Nurkic this season.
APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE
Back in action with double-double Nurkic supplied 11 points (5-11 FG, 1-3 FT), 15 rebounds, six assists, one block and three steals over 26 minutes during Friday's 97-87 victory over Minnesota.
Impact Nurkic returned to the starting lineup to post a solid result after missing Wednesday's game with a calf injury. He faced a stern test. against Rudy Gobert but was very effective in containing him to only four points and six rebounds. Surging play from Bol Bol won't be enough to keep Nurkic from continuing his full-time role, and he's a safe bet to see the most time at the five as the Suns make a final playoff push.
APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE
Will play Friday Nurkic (calf) will play Friday against the Timberwolves.
Impact Nurkic will shed his questionable tag to suit up against Rudy Gobert. Nurkic is averaging 8.4 points, 11.3 rebounds and 3.7 assists over his last 10 games.
APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE
Iffy due to calf soreness Nurkic is questionable for Friday's game against Minnesota with left calf soreness, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.
Impact This is a new issue for Nurkic, but the questionable tag suggests that he's day-to-day. If Nurkic is unable to suit up, the Suns could turn to Drew Eubanks and Bol Bol to soak up some frontcourt minutes.
APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE
Posts 19 points, 19 boards Nurkic had 19 points (5-11 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 8-11 FT), 19 rebounds, four assists, two blocks and one steal in 36 minutes during Monday's 124-111 victory over the Pelicans.
Impact Nurkic has now posted 12 games with at least 15 rebounds this season. The 29-year-old has also accumulated 25 double-doubles through his 70 appearances thus far. Nurkic's plus-11.2 net rating per 100 possessions on the year indicates his importance to the Suns.
APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE
Available for Friday Nurkic (ankle) is available for Friday's game against the Thunder.
Impact Nurkic missed Wednesday's game against the Nuggets, but he's officially back after a one-game absence. Presumably, Drew Eubanks will return to the bench as a result. Nurkic has been elite on the boards in March, averaging 13.5 rebounds per game.
MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable for Friday Nurkic (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game in Oklahoma City, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.
Impact Nurkic missed Wednesday's game due to a sprained ankle, which resulted in Drew Eubanks drawing a spot-start and he finished with five points, four rebounds and an assist over 27 minutes. If Nurkic needs to miss another game, Eubanks would likely get another start, but he's not the most attractive target in fantasy hoops.
MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE
Will not play versus Nuggets Nuriic (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets.
Impact Nurkic will miss his first game since Feb. 23 due to a right ankle sprain. In his absence, some combination of Drew Eubanks, Bol Bol Bol and Ish Wainright are candidates to absorb his minutes.
MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable for Wednesday Nurkic (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.
Impact Nurkic suffered a sprained ankle Monday against the Spurs and was unable to practice Tuesday. It's unclear whether he'll be able to play Wednesday, but Drew Eubanks could see additional work if Nurkic is sidelined.
MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE
Doesn't practice Tuesday Nurkic (ankle) did not practice Tuesday in advance of Wednesday's game versus Denver, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.
Impact After spraining his ankle in Monday's loss to San Antonio, not practicing Tuesday isn't overly surprising, but it certainly puts his status in jeopardy for Wednesday's contest. Drew Eubanks would be a candidate for extensive run if Nurkic can't play, while Thaddeus Young could re-enter the rotation.
MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE
Won't return Monday Nurkic has been ruled out for the remainder of Monda's game against the Spurs due to a right ankle sprain.
Impact Nurkic appeared to roll his ankle at the start of the third quarter, and he walked gingerly to the locker room shortly after. Drew Eubanks, Bol Bol and Ish Wainright will likely be called on to handle minutes at center the rest of the way.
MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE
Available to face San Antonio Nurkic (orbital) is available to face the Spurs on Saturday, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.
Impact Nurkic was initially listed as probable, so his availability here isn't surprising, and he's expected to go toe-to-toe against Victor Wembanyama. Nurkic has averaged 9.2 points, 14.3 rebounds, 3.9 assists and 1.1 blocks in 27.9 minutes per game since the beginning of March.
MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE
Probable for Saturday Nurkic is probable for Saturday's game against the Spurs due to an orbital contusion.
Impact The injury sounds more serious than it is apparently, as the big man will likely suit up and go toe-to-toe with Victor Wembanyama. Over his last 13 appearances, Nurkic has averaged 10.4 points, 14.8 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 1.2 blocks in 28.5 minutes per game.
MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE
Records at least 20 boards again Nurkic supplied 13 points (5-9 FG, 3-7 FT), 21 rebounds, two assists and one block in 31 minutes during Friday's 107-96 victory over Charlotte.
Impact Nurkic has reached the 20-rebound mark in each of his last two appearances, as he also grabbed 20 boards in the loss to the Celtics on Thursday, and this was the fourth time he's achieved this feat since the end of the All-Star break. The veteran big man might not be one of the Suns' primary offensive options, but he continues to deliver value thanks to his impressive two-way play. Nurkic is averaging 10.5 points, 15.2 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 1.4 blocks per game since the end of the All-Star break.
MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE
Miles Bridges and Jusuf Nurkic get into it 😱 HEATED MOMENT
MARCH 16 • YOUTUBE
How Phoenix Suns big Jusuf Nurkic adapts to playing while fasting during Ramadan Muslims can only eat or drink just before dawn and after sunset during Ramadan. Jusuf Nurkic makes it happen while also playing on the hardw...
MARCH 15 • AZCENTRAL.COM
Grabs 20 boards vs. Boston Nurkic amassed eight points (4-9 FG, 0-2 FT), 20 rebounds, six assists, one block and one steal in 31 minutes during Thursday's 127-112 loss to the Celtics.
Impact Nurkic has now registered 20-plus rebounds four times this season, three of which have occurred over the last nine games. He was responsible for seven of the Suns' 19 offensive rebounds, and he ranks seventh in the NBA averaging 10.9 rebounds per game. Since the All-Star break, Nurkic is averaging 10.2 points on 53.8 percent shooting, 14.6 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 1.4 blocks over 27.7 minutes per game.
MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE
Records another double-double Nurkic notched 11 points (5-6 FG, 1-3 FT), 11 rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal across 28 minutes during Saturday's 117-107 loss to the Celtics.
Impact Nurkic was efficient on both ends of the court, missing just one shot from the field and also grabbing double-digit rebounds for the seventh consecutive outing. Nurkic has four double-doubles over that seven-game stretch, and while his role on offense will diminish once the Suns are at full strength, he's still a threat to record a double-double every time he steps on the court.
MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE
