DECEMBER 21, 2022 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM
PHOENIX SUNS 9-7 · 7TH IN WESTERN CONFERENCE
9-7 · 7TH IN WESTERN CONFERENCE
Next Game vs Lakers · Wed 3:00AM
PHX -3.5 TOTAL 235.5
Mat Ishbia agrees to buy Phoenix Suns, ending Robert Sarver's tenure - The Boston Globe The $4 billion bid by the billionaire CEO of United Wholesale Mortgage is the highest sum paid for an NBA franchise, easily surpassing the $...
Lakers News: Chris Paul Reacts To Patrick Beverley's Toothless Taunts CP3’s Suns obliterated Pat Bev’s Lakers last night.
DECEMBER 20, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Chris Paul - Carves up Lakers in big win Paul finished with a season-high 28 points (9-18 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 7-8 FT) to go with eight assists, four rebounds and two steals across 31 minutes in Monday's 130-104 win over the Lake...
Impact Due to the blowout nature of the contest, Paul didn't play the final 4:43 of the fourth quarter, but thanks to some excellent shooting across the board, he was still able to surpass his previous season high in scoring by four points. Paul was also aided by the absence of Devin Booker (groin), which resulted in the veteran point guard taking on a more heightened role as a scorer than he typically handles. The Suns could rely more heavily on Paul once again in the second half of the back-to-back set Tuesday against the Wizards; Paul won't be rested, while Booker is listed as out for the second game in a row.
DECEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Josh Okogie - Will not dress Tuesday Okogie (hip) will not suit up for Tuesday's game versus the Wizards.
Impact Okogie left Monday's game versus the Lakers with right hip soreness and was unable to return. It's not surprising that he won't be able to give it a go 24 hours later, making his next chance to suit up Friday versus the Grizzlies.
DECEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Mortgage executive Mat Ishbia agrees to buy Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury for $4 billion Mortgage executive Mat Ishbia has agreed in principle to buy the Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury from the embattled owner Robert Sarver for...
DECEMBER 20, 2022 • MCALL.COM
Jock Landale - Out again Tuesday Landale (concussion) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Wizards.
Impact Landale remains in concussion protocol and will miss both halves of the Suns' current back-to-back. The backup center's next chance to suit up will come Friday against Memphis. In his absence, Bismack Biyombo and Dario Saric are candidates for increased roles behind Deandre Ayton.
DECEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Duane Washington Jr. - Off injury report Washington (hip) is off the injury report for Tuesday's game against the Wizards.
Impact After eight straight absences, Washington is available Tuesday. He could be in the rotation, as the Suns are down Cameron Payne (foot), Devin Booker (groin) and a few others.
DECEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Mat Ishbia Phoenix Suns owner reaction: Magic Johnson tells NBA to 'watch out' Mat Ishbia is in the process of purchasing the Phoenix Suns and the NBA world has thoughts on the impending sale. Including Magic Johnson.
DECEMBER 20, 2022 • AZCENTRAL.COM
Devin Booker - Out again Tuesday Booker (groin) will not play Tuesday versus the Wizards.
Impact Booker's absence is hardly unexpected 24 hours after he was ruled out of Monday's contest with the same issue. On the plus side, Booker was initially listed as questionable for Monday's tilt, seemingly suggesting he's not in line for a particularly lengthy absence. The star guard's next opportunity to suit up surfaces Friday versus the Grizzlies, while his absence Tuesday should open more minutes for Landry Shamet and Damion Lee.
DECEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Cameron Payne - Out Tuesday Payne (foot) is out Tuesday against the Wizards.
Impact Payne will miss a fourth straight game due to a sprained right foot. With Devin Booker (groin) and Josh Okogie (hip) also shelved, the Suns are thin in the backcourt. More minutes could be in store for Duane Washington, Damion Lee and Landry Shamet.
DECEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Source: Mat Ishbia agrees to buy Suns, Mercury for $4 billion
If the sale closes at $4 billion, it would be the largest purchase in NBA history.DECEMBER 20, 2022
Mat Ishbia agrees to buy Phoenix Suns, Mercury for $4 billion - The Boston Globe It is the first step in a process that is expected to take several weeks to complete, but if the sale closes at $4 billion, it would be the...
DECEMBER 20, 2022 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM
Mat Ishbia agrees to buy Phoenix Suns, ending Robert Sarver's tenure Ishbia, a graduate of Michigan State and a walk-on to the Spartans’ basketball team, is set to buy the team for approximately $4 billion.
DECEMBER 20, 2022 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM
Mat Ishbia Nears $4 Billion Deal for Phoenix Suns and Mercury Ishbia, the chief executive of United Wholesale Mortgage, would replace Robert Sarver as the majority owner. Sarver was pushed to sell amid...
DECEMBER 20, 2022 • NYTIMES.COM
James L. Edwards III: The purchase of the Phoenix Suns by Michigan... - The Athletic The purchase of the Phoenix Suns by Michigan native and United Wholesale Mortgage CEO Matt Ishbia will not impact the Pistons’ jersey sponso...
DECEMBER 20, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Mat Ishbia agrees to buy Suns, Mercury for $4 billion
Mortgage executive Mat Ishbia has agreed in principle to buy the Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury from embattled owner Robert Sarver for $4 billionDECEMBER 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Michigan mortgage lender Mat Ishbia to purchase Phoenix Suns for record $4 billion Billionaire mortgage lender Mat Ishbia is finalizing a purchase of the Phoenix Suns, The Republic confirmed the ESPN report through a source...
DECEMBER 20, 2022 • AZCENTRAL.COM
Reports: UWM's Mat Ishbia finalizing deal to buy NBA's Phoenix Suns Mat Ishbia’s pursuit of owning a professional sports franchise appears close to becoming a reality.
DECEMBER 20, 2022 • DETROITNEWS.COM
Suns find billionaire buyer for embattled organization: report
The Phoenix Suns are reportedly finalizing a deal with mortgage lender executive Mat Ishbia for him to purchase the team for around $4 billi...DECEMBER 20, 2022 • FOXNEWS.COM
Chris Paul did a little bit of everything in the Phoenix Suns win over the Lakers. #shorts
DECEMBER 20, 2022 • YOUTUBE
Washington plays Phoenix on 10-game road skid
Washington is looking to end its 10-game road losing streak with a win against PhoenixDECEMBER 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Los Angeles Lakers vs. Phoenix Suns Media Availability
DECEMBER 20, 2022 • YOUTUBE
Deandre Ayton - Strong showing in return Ayton provided 21 points (9-11 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-4 FT), 11 rebounds and one block in 26 minutes during Monday's 130-104 win over the Lakers.
Impact Ayton dominated in the post after missing the Suns' last two matchups due to an ankle injury, and he also showcased his shot from deep, draining his only three-point attempt. The Suns were in no hurry to hand him a heavy workload in a blowout, so this was a solid opportunity to ease the big man back into game action. Ayton has now notched a double-double in three of his last four games.
DECEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Phoenix Suns defeat the Los Angeles Lakers 130-104 as six players score in double figures.
DECEMBER 20, 2022 • YOUTUBE
Landry Shamet - Drills three triples Shamet notched 13 points (4-12 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 29 minutes during Monday's 130-104 win over the Lakers.
Impact Shamet scored nine of his 13 points from beyond the arc and also notched his first block since Dec. 11. He's been inconsistent at best in terms of scoring, finishing in double figures in only two of his last seven appearances.
DECEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
