Phoenix Suns vs. Houston Rockets - News - December 27, 2023 | FOX Sports

Josh Okogie - Questionable to play Friday Okogie has been deemed questionable to play against the Hornets on Friday due to a right ankle sprain.

Impact Okogie has been a valuable rotation piece for the Suns despite his recent struggles, and he'll probably be a game-time call for Friday, and it seems the early shootaround on Friday will determine a clearer picture regarding his availability. Okogie is averaging just 2.2 points across 14.2 minutes per game over his last five outings.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bradley Beal - Upgraded to questionable Beal (ankle) has been upgraded to questionable for Friday's game against the Hornets, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Impact There have been several positive reports regarding Beal in recent days as he continues to ramp up his activity levels in practice. He's ahead of his rehab schedule, and if he's unable to play against Charlotte, then he'll likely be back against the Magic on Sunday. Given how many setbacks Beal has dealt with this season, it's fair to expect restrictions in the early going.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tari Eason - Questionable to play Friday Eason is questionable to play Friday against the 76ers due to soreness in his lower left leg.

Impact Eason will likely be a game-time call, but the Rockets can't afford to lose another wing player due to injury since Dillon Brooks (oblique) has already been ruled out as well. Amen Thompson, Jae'Sean Tate and Jeff Green are all candidates to see extended minutes in the event Tate is ruled out.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jabari Smith Jr. - Won't play Friday Smith (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the 76ers.

Impact Smith exited Wednesday's game against the Suns due to a left ankle sprain and will be unavailable for at least one additional matchup. Dillon Brooks (oblique) remains out Friday, so Tari Eason (lower leg), Amen Thompson, Jae'Sean Tate and Cam Whitmore could see additional run against Philadelphia.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dillon Brooks - Won't play Thursday Brooks (oblique) has been ruled out of Friday's matchup against the 76ers.

Impact Brooks doesn't have a timetable for his return, so his absence from Friday's matchup is not surprising. Amen Thompson, Jae'Sean Tate and Jeff Green are all candidates to see extended minutes in Brooks' absence. Brooks' next chance to play will come against the Pistons on Jan. 1.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Bradley Beal - Nearing return Beal (ankle) is ahead of schedule in his recovery and could return to action as soon as this weekend, Shams Charania of FanDuel TV reports.

Impact Beal has missed Phoenix's last five outings due to an ankle injury that was expected to sideline him until at least the beginning of 2024. However, it appears that the star guard is progressing well and could be back sooner that initially anticipated. Friday's matchup with Charlotte seems like a long shot for him to return, but Sunday's contest against Orlando is not out of question.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE