TORREY CRAIG NEWS

Rockets rally from 16 down to beat Booker, Suns 122-121

Jalen Green scored 21 of his 30 points in the second half and the Houston Rockets overcame a 16-point deficit to stun the short-handed Phoenix Suns 122-121 on Friday night

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ruled out Friday Craig has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Rockets due to a right groin strain.

Impact Craig wasn't on the Suns' initial injury report for Friday's matchup, but he'll be forced to miss at least one game due to his groin issue. Ish Wainright and Dario Saric are candidates to see increased playing time in Craig's absence.

DECEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Downward trend continues Wednesday Craig recorded seven points (3-7 FG, 1-4 3Pt) and four rebounds in 30 minutes during Wednesday's 132-113 win over Chicago.

Impact Craig was unable to find any rhythm Wednesday, continuing what has been a rough patch over the past 10 days. Despite his starting role, Craig has now fallen outside the top 180 over the past week, placing him firmly in the drop conversation. While the Suns do have a favorable schedule over the next few days, his upside is limited, and streaming his position may be a more fruitful path to take.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Booker scores 44, Suns top Kings 122-117 for 5th straight

Devin Booker had 44 points, eight rebounds and six steals, and the Phoenix Suns extended their winning streak to five with a 122-117 victory over the Sacramento Kings

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Blocks another two shots Friday Craig produced two points (1-7 FG, 0-4 3Pt), seven rebounds, one assist and two blocks across 33 minutes during Friday's 108-102 victory over Detroit.

Impact Craig blocked a pair of shots for the third consecutive game Friday but was unable to add any meaningful production. Despite a pair of subpar performances, Craig remains a top-50 player over the past two weeks, thanks primarily to his defensive efforts, as he's averaging 1.2 steals and 1.3 blocks. His role is assured at this point, and while he is unlikely to maintain top-50 production, he is worth having on most 12-team rosters for now.

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ayton, Booker lead Suns to 108-102 win over Pistons

Deandre Ayton scored a season-high 28 points and had 12 rebounds, Devin Booker added 21 points and the Phoenix Suns stayed on top of the Western Conference with a 108-102 victory o...

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Payne, Booker lead Suns to 116-95 win over Knicks

Cameron Payne scored 21 points, Devin Booker added 20 and the Phoenix Suns used a dominating second half to beat the New York Knicks 116-95

NOVEMBER 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Season-high scoring haul Craig posted 16 points (6-10 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds, two assists and one steal in 28 minutes during Friday's 134-133 loss to the Jazz.

Impact Craig set his season high in points Friday while also tying his most three-pointers made. Craig may continue to see increased production with Cameron Johnson (knee) expected to miss at least another month.

NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Markkanen scores career-high 38 points, Jazz edge Suns

Lauri Markkanen scored a career-high 38 points, including an improbable turnaround jumper to beat the shot clock with 38.5 seconds left, and the Utah Jazz beat the Phoenix Suns 134...

NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Double-doubles in win Wednesday Craig notched 13 points (5-8 FG, 3-6 3Pt), 10 rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals over 30 minutes during Wednesday's 130-119 victory over Golden State.

Impact Craig put together another strong performance Wednesday, chalking up his first double-double of the season. He has now scored in double digits in two straight games, grabbing a total of 19 boards in the process. He is a top-50 player over the past week, and while that would indicate he is a must-add player, that is certainly not the case. At best, he should be viewed as a deeper-league asset that is currently seeing some extra minutes while the Suns work through some injuries. He can certainly be streamed in the short term across 12-team leagues, especially on low-volume nights.

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Flirts with double-double Monday Craig logged 10 points (4-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), nine rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 33 minutes during Monday's 113-112 loss to Miami.

Impact Craig came through for anyone who streamed him, ending his night with a well-balanced performance. Despite playing over 30 minutes a game over the past week, he remains a fringe option in standard formats. While he won't really hurt you anywhere, his lack of volume does leave him as more of a situational streamer on most nights.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Adebayo scores 30, Heat storm back to stun Suns 113-112

Bam Adebayo scored 30 points, including a pair of free throws to put Miami up for good with 35 seconds left, and the Heat rallied from a 13-point fourth quarter deficit to beat the...

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Suns replaced injured starter Cam Johnson with Torrey Craig and it worked out well Craig had five points, five rebounds, three blocks, four assists and a steal in the Phoenix Suns' Saturday win over the Portland Trail Blaze...

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • AZCENTRAL.COM

Starting against Portland Craig is starting Saturday against the Blazers.

Impact Craig is starting over the injured Cameron Johnson (knee). In eight appearances so far this season, Craig is averaging 5.8 points, 3.9 rebounds and 1.1 assists per game.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Friday Coach Monty Williams said Craig (heel) will be available for Friday's game against Portland, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Impact Craig was listed as probable due to a minor heel issue, so it's not surprising to see him available for Friday's contest. Across seven appearances, the veteran forward has averaged 5.4 points and 3.6 rebounds in 14.6 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Friday Craig is listed as probable for Friday's game against the Trail Blazers due to a left heel contusion, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Impact Craig was able to play through the injury in Tuesday's win over the Timberwolves, contributing four points, four rebounds and one assist in 12 minutes of action. Barring any setbacks in pregame, he should be available in a reserve capacity against Portland.

NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Minnesota Craig (heel) is available to play in Tuesday's game versus the Timberwolves, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Impact Craig was previously listed as questionable due to left heel soreness. Craig should be expected to play roughly 15 minutes against Minnesota on Tuesday in a 3-and-D role off the bench.

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suns update: Torrey Craig questionable with sore left heel going into Timberwolves game Torrey Craig is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against Minnesota with a sore left heel.

NOVEMBER 1, 2022 • AZCENTRAL.COM

Added to injury report Craig is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against Minnesota due to left heel soreness, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact It's unclear as to when this issue popped up for Craig, who hasn't missed any action yet early in the season. The team will likely evaluate Craig in morning shootaround or pregame warmups to determine his availability for Tuesday.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bridges leads Suns over injury-depleted Pelicans 124-111

Mikal Bridges scored a season-high 27 points, Devin Booker added 16 and the Phoenix Suns beat the injury-depleted New Orleans Pelicans 124-111

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Back in action Friday Craig (eye) has returned to Friday's game against the Pelicans, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Impact Craig went to the locker room late in the third quarter Friday after taking a shot to the face, but he returned to the matchup early in the fourth quarter. Given his quick return, it seems unlikely that the issue will significantly impact him going forward.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to locker room Craig headed to the locker room in the third quarter of Friday's game against the Pelicans due to an apparent eye injury, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Impact Craig took a shot to the face late in the third quarter and headed to the locker room shortly after. It's not yet clear whether he'll be available down the stretch, but Dario Saric and Josh Okogie are candidates to see increased roles if Craig is unable to return.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Quality off bench Craig supplied eight points (3-7 FG, 2-5 3Pt), nine rebounds and two assists over 25 minutes during Sunday's 112-95 win over the Clippers.

Impact Craig nearly led Phoenix in rebounding, while easily logging the most playing time among the bench unit. Craig has been a primary beneficiary of Jae Crowder's trade request, but he isn't a fantasy asset.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Video: Phoenix Suns' Torrey Craig discusses his defensive role Craig spoke at Suns training camp about why he’s their strongest player and his role in the team’s 3-2 defensive scheme.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • AZCENTRAL.COM

Torrey Craig likely starter for injured Cam Johnson in Phoenix Suns' preseason game at Denver Phoenix Suns wing Torrey Craig will likely get the start for injured Cam Johnson (right thumb sprain) in Monday's presesaon game at Denver.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • AZCENTRAL.COM