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Gets light minutes in return Okogie (hip) played 12 minutes in Monday's 128-114 loss to the Mavericks, finishing with one point (0-5 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds, two assists and one steal.

Impact Okogie had missed the Suns' strained left hip, but he was back in action Christmas Day, albeit in a bench role after he had started in both of his last two appearances. He made a visit to the locker room at one point after he appeared to aggravate the hip issue, but he was cleared to return to the contest. Okogie could continue to hold down a minor role in the Phoenix rotation in the short term, though he might be squeezed for minutes once the Suns get the likes of Jusuf Nurkic (personal) and Bradley Beal (ankle) back in action.

DECEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active Monday Okogie (hip) is good to go for Monday's game against the Mavericks, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Okogie will return from a five-game absence due to a strained right hip. Okogie, Eric Gordon (hip) and Yuta Watanabe (finger) have all been cleared for action, bringing Phoenix's rotation to full strength minus the expected absences of Bradley Beal (ankle) and Jusuf Nurkic (personal).

DECEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On track to return Okogie (hip) is probable to play Monday against Dallas, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Impact Okogie has missed five consecutive games due to a strained right hip. Coach Frank Vogel noted Sunday midday that he expects Okogie to play Monday, which would be a relevant return with Bradley Beal (ankle) and Jusuf Nurkic (personal) already ruled out.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Friday Okogie (hip) won't play in Friday's meeting with the Kings, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Okogie was initially deemed questionable for Friday's tilt with a strained right hip but will end up missing his fifth straight contest. His next chance to play will come Monday against Dallas.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Friday Okogie (hip) participated in Thursday's practice session and will be questionable for Friday's game against the Kings, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Impact Okogie has missed the last four games due to his right hip injury, but it's encouraging that he was able to participate in Thursday's practice session. Regardless of whether he's able to suit up Friday, it wouldn't be surprising to see him back in action soon.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't go vs. Blazers Okogie (hip) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Portland, Gerald Bourguet of GoPHNX.com reports.

Impact Okogie is set to miss his fourth straight matchup while dealing with a right hip injury. His next opportunity to take the court will arrive Friday in Sacramento.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Sunday Okogie (hip) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Wizards, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact The Suns will be quite shorthanded for Sunday, as Okogie will join Bradley Beal (ankle) and Damion Lee (knee) on the sidelines, while Nassir Little (knee) and Eric Gordon (lower leg) are game-time calls. Okogie is set to miss a third straight game, and his next chance to play will come against the Trail Blazers on Tuesday.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Friday Okogie (hip) is out for Friday's game against the Knicks, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Impact Okogie sustained a right hip injury during Tuesday's game against the Warriors and is set to miss a second straight game. With Eric Gordon (calf) also questionable, it seems Keita Bates-Diop and Yuta Watanabe could see increased roles. Okogie's next chance to play will come against the Wizards on Sunday.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Okogie (hip) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Nets.

Impact Okogie sustained a right hip injury during Tuesday's game against the Warriors and will be unavailable for the second half of the back-to-back set. Eric Gordon, Keita Bates-Diop and Yuta Watanabe could see increased rules against Brooklyn.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Tuesday Okogie is out for the remainder of Tuesday's game versus the Warriors due to a right hip injury, Jared Greenberg of TNT reports.

Impact Okogie will end Tuesday's contest with 10 points, two rebounds, two assists and one block in 11 minutes. Eric Gordon, Keita Bates-Diop and Yuta Watanabe are candidates to receive increased minutes in his absence. Okogie's status for Wednesday's matchup with the Nets is uncertain.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Sacramento Okogie is starting Friday's game against the Kings.

Impact Okogie will join the starting lineup for the fourth time in the last six matchups with Grayson Allen (groin) sitting out Friday. Over nine starts this season, Okogie has averaged 7.7 points and 4.1 rebounds in 24.1 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Okogie isn't in the starting five for Tuesday's game versus the Lakers, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Eric Gordon will replace Okogie in the starting lineup Tuesday. Okogie is averaging 6.7 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 20.0 minutes across his previous 10 appearances coming off the bench this season.

DECEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Memphis Okogie will start Saturday's game against the Grizzlies, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact The Suns have been tweaking their starting small forward slot quite a lot between Okogie and Keita Bates-Diop. However, Okogie seems to have the hot hand with averages of 11.5 points and 5.5 rebounds over his last two contests.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Okogie is starting Sunday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Okogie will make his seventh start of the season with Grayson Allen (illness) and Kevin Durant (foot) out. After starting Phoenix's first five games of the year, Okogie has primary operated with a 15-20 minute workload off the bench, but he logged 28 minutes in Friday's win over Memphis and will likely receive a similar workload Sunday.

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 12 off bench Okogie recorded 12 points (4-5 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), two rebounds, one block and one steal over 27 minutes during Wednesday's 123-115 victory over the Warriors.

Impact Okogie had totaled just six points over his last three appearances, but he saw an uptick in playing time Wednesday with Grayson Allen getting into some foul trouble. Okogie has come off the bench in nine of his last 10 appearances and has averaged 6.1 points and 2.7 rebounds in 19.3 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Heads back to bench Okogie won't start Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact After coming off the bench for four straight contests, Okogie drew the starting nod with Eric Gordon sidelined Sunday but only played 21 minutes. Gordon will return to the first unit now that he's healthy.

NOVEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Okogie is starting Sunday against the Thunder.

Impact Okogie came off the bench in his last four appearances but will reclaim a starting role Sunday while Keita Bates-Diop retreats to the bench. Okogie started in his first five appearances of the season and averaged 9.0 points and 3.4 rebounds in 25.8 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to bench Okogie isn't in the starting five for Saturday's game versus the 76ers.

Impact Okogie will be replaced by Keita Bates-Diop in the starting lineup Saturday. Okogie will come off the bench for the first time this season after scoring zero points in 12 minutes of action in his previous outing against the Spurs.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Held in check Thursday Okogie accumulated zero points (0-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt), one rebound and two steals in 12 minutes during Thursday's 132-121 loss to the Spurs.

Impact The Suns fell behind early in Thursday's matchup, and Okogie saw a reduced role in the blowout. While he made an impact defensively with two steals, he saw minimal shot volume and was held scoreless for the first time this season. He averaged 11.3 points and 4.0 rebounds in 29.3 minutes per game over the first four matchups of the year, so better days will likely be ahead when the Suns are playing in more competitive games.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Excellent on defense in win Okogie produced 10 points (3-5 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and one block over 32 minutes during Thursday's 100-95 loss to the Lakers.

Impact Okogie will often line up against the opposition's best player, but Thursday was a special exception, as there was no question that Kevin Durant and LeBron James would play one-on-one throughout the game. Instead, Okogie kept Taurean Prince and Rui Hachimura in check and occasionally tangled with Austin Reaves. Finding points will be a continuing issue for Okogie, but his defensive prowess is invaluable to the Suns.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stellar two-way play in win Okogie finished with 17 points (7-9 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal across 32 minutes during Tuesday's 108-104 victory over Golden State.

Impact Okogie's performance doesn't translate as well on paper, but his hustle and defensive prowess were evident throughout the game. Many might underestimate Okogie's impact, but his work on defense will be a huge difference-maker. Outside of an opposing center, Okogie will guard the opponent's most productive player on a nightly basis.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Moves back to starting unit Okogie is in the starting lineup for Thursday's preseason matchup against the Lakers, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Okogie has looked impressive in the preseason and will get the nod here at small forward. It wouldn't be surprising if he starts on Opening Night alongside Kevin Durant, Bradley Beal, Devin Booker and Jusuf Nurkic.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leads team with 17 points Okogie recorded 17 points (7-13 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 0-1 FT), six rebounds, three assists, two steals and two blocked shots across 24 minutes in Tuesday's 115-107 loss to the Nuggets.

Impact Okogie's night will likely be representative of his expected output during the season, as the Suns will depend on his defensive skills. He's projected to begin the season with the first unit, but newcomers Nassir Little and Keita Bates-Diop will also compete for time at the wing. Okogie could emerge as a DPOY nominee in 2024 if he gets starter's minutes.

OCTOBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 1, 2023 • NBA.COM

Not starting Game 6 Okogie will come off the bench for Thursday's Game 6 versus the Nuggets.

Impact Though Okogie has gotten the starting nod in each of the first five games of the series, he hasn't played more than 22 minutes and saw just eight minutes during Game 5. The Suns will instead opt to start Landry Shamet at the three alongside Cameron Payne, Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and Jock Landale. Considering Okogie hasn't scored more than five points in the series and has an unclear role, fantasy managers should look elsewhere Thursday.

MAY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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