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Instant analysis: Donovan Mitchell, Jordan Clarkson combine for 48 as Jazz take down Suns The Jazz have won two in a row following the All-Star break.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • DESERET.COM

Surging Utah Jazz hold off Devin Booker, Phoenix Suns The Utah Jazz headed to Phoenix to take on Devin Booker and the Suns.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • SLTRIB.COM

Mitchell, Gobert lead surging Jazz over Suns 118-114

Donovan Mitchell scored 26 points, Rudy Gobert added 16 points and 14 rebounds and the Utah Jazz stayed hot with a 118-114 victory over the Phoenix Suns on Sunday

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • SKY.COM

Aaron Holiday - Not listed on injury report Holiday (ankle) is not listed on the Suns' injury report ahead of Sunday's matchup with Utah, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Impact Holiday sat out Friday's matchup against the Pelicans due to right ankle soreness and was initially listed questionable for Sunday. The point guard should have an increased role with Cameron Payne (wrist) and Chris Paul (thumb) both sidelined.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

NBA Games on TV Today: NBA on ABC Schedule & TV Info for 76ers vs Knicks, Jazz vs Suns The 2021-22 NBA season continues on Sunday, Feb. 27, with an eight-game slate. NBA Games Today Today's NBA schedule features the following m...

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • FANDUEL.COM

Cameron Payne - Remains sidelined Sunday Payne (wrist) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jazz, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Impact The Suns could be shorthanded in the backcourt once again Sunday, as Aaron Holiday (ankle) is listed as questionable. If Holiday is also sidelined, Elfrid Payton and Landry Shamet should take on larger roles.

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Aaron Holiday - Questionable Sunday Holiday (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Jazz, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Impact Holiday sat out Friday's matchup against the Pelicans due to right ankle soreness, but he'll have a chance to return after a one-game absence. If he remains out, Elfrid Payton and Landry Shamet should see increased run once again.

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mitchell, Utah set for matchup with Phoenix

Donovan Mitchell leads Utah into a matchup with Phoenix averaging 25.9 points per game

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Photos: Phoenix Suns vs. New Orleans Pelicans Photos from the NBA game between the Phoenix Suns and the New Orleans Pelicans played on Friday, February 25, 2022 at the Footprint Center.

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • AZCENTRAL.COM

Torrey Craig - Solid peripheral production Friday Craig had two points (0-6 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 2-4 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists, two blocks and two steals in 25 minutes during Friday's 117-102 loss to the Pelicans.

Impact Craig was ice cold from the field in the loss but was able to contribute across the board. With a number of key pieces on the sideline, Craig appears as though he is going to be used to plug some holes, especially on the defensive end of the floor. The limited upside does cap his overall value, but those in deeper formats should give him a look, especially if scoring is not a priority.

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Elfrid Payton - Limited output despite opportunity Payton produced two points (1-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt) and three assists over 14 minutes during Friday's 117-102 loss to the Pelicans.

Impact Payton logged just 14 minutes despite the fact the Suns were without their three primary point guard options. If nothing else, this indicates where Payton currently site in the team's pecking order. While he can have some limited value when handed sufficient playing time, it is hard to that happening based on Friday's performance.

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mikal Bridges - Quiet in Friday's loss Bridges recorded eight points (3-7 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds and six assists across 39 minutes during Friday's 117-102 loss to the Pelicans.

Impact Bridges came tumbling back to earth Friday, unable to replicate his recent offensive production. Prior to Friday, Bridges had scored in double-digits in 12 straight games, turning around what had been a lackluster start to the season. While his scoring has seen a boost over the past few weeks, his defensive numbers have taken a bit of a hit. Since his role is set in stone, he should be able to figure out things on both ends of the floor as the Suns look to secure the best record in the league.

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

McCollum continues scoring spree, Pelicans top Suns 117-102

CJ McCollum continued his scorching start with New Orleans, scoring 32 points to help the Pelicans beat the NBA-leading Phoenix Suns 117-102 on Friday night

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Suns and Warriors can't meet in Finals, and that's a shame

The NBA needs to give the best two teams — the Suns and Warriors this season — a chance to play for the title, Martin Rogers writes.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Cameron Payne - Still out Friday Payne (wrist) is out for Friday's game against the Pelicans, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Impact Payne and Aaron Holiday (ankle) will both be out Friday, and with Chris Paul (thumb) shelved for the next two months, Phoenix may need to turn to Elfrid Payton for extra minutes at point guard. Landry Shamet could also see increased run, but Devin Booker should ultimately handle much of the playmaking.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Aaron Holiday - Won't play Friday Holiday has been ruled out for Friday's contest against the Pelicans due to right ankle soreness, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Impact Holiday had an encouraging performance Thursday with Chris Paul (thumb) and Cameron Payne (wrist) sidelined, but he apparently picked up an ankle injury as well. All three of the aforementioned point guards will be sidelined for the second half of the Suns' back-to-back Friday, so Elfrid Payton and Landry Shamet should see increased run against New Orleans.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

NBA odds: How Chris Paul's injury impacts the Phoenix Suns' futures lines

The Phoenix Suns are going to be without Chris Paul for the foreseeable future. Read how CP3's injury impacts the Suns' futures odds.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Landry Shamet - Poor shooting in return Shamet (ankle) finished with 10 points (3-9 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and one assist across 20 minutes Thursday in the Suns' 124-104 win over the Thunder.

Impact Shamet returned to his usual role on the second unit Thursday after missing the Suns' final nine games before the All-Star break with an ankle sprain. Though Chris Paul (thumb) is likely to remain sidelined until at least early April, Shamet likely won't be a major beneficiary from a production or playing-time perspective. Devin Booker handled the point-guard duties Thursday, and Cameron Payne -- once he recovers from a wrist injury -- and Aaron Holiday are better candidates than Shamet to fill the playmaking void going forward if Phoenix elects to shift Booker back to shooting guard.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

JaVale McGee - Outproduces Ayton McGee supplied nine points (3-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-4 FT), eight rebounds and one block across 18 minutes during Thursday's 124-104 win over the Thunder.

Impact The void of Chris Paul (thumb) was apparent through wrinkles in incorporating Phoenix's big man offensively, as Deandre Ayton finished with just five shots. McGee benefitted from comfort in his bench role and flirted with a double-double in limited work. He's still best regarded as an Ayton insurance policy in standard leagues and can remain on the wire.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jae Crowder - Stuffs stat sheet in win Crowder logged 17 points (5-9 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 5-5 FT), five rebounds, four assists and four steals across 26 minutes during Thursday's 124-104 win over the Thunder.

Impact Crowder has now racked up 10 steals over his previous three contests. While he hasn't supplemented the thievery with much scoring, Thursday may symbolize a shift beginning. With Chris Paul (thumb) shelved for the stretch run, the veteran Crowder could see an uptick in production across the board. Any increase in points or assists would qualify him as a standard league add.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

New Orleans Pelicans vs. Phoenix Suns preview, picks, predictions, odds: Who wins NBA game? The Phoenix Suns (49-10) and New Orleans Pelicans (23-36) face off on Friday night at Footprint Center in Phoenix.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • AZCENTRAL.COM

Suns vs Pelicans Prediction, Odds, Moneyline, Spread & Over/Under for February 25 In NBA action on Friday, the Phoenix Suns play the New Orleans Pelicans. We've got you covered, in terms of the vital information regarding...

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • FANDUEL.COM

Phoenix takes on New Orleans, aims for 10th straight home win

Phoenix will try to keep its nine-game home win streak intact when the Suns face New Orleans

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS