Suns vs Clippers: Updates on James Harden, Devin Booker, Jalen Green

The Phoenix Suns host the Los Angeles Clippers in a key NBA matchup, with injury updates on several star players.

Feb. 1, 2026 at 1:31pm

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The Phoenix Suns are hosting the Los Angeles Clippers in a crucial NBA game, but both teams will be missing key players due to injuries. The Suns will be without star guard Devin Booker, who is sidelined with a right ankle sprain, while the Clippers will be missing James Harden, who is out for personal reasons. Suns rookie Jalen Green is also listed as questionable with a left hip contusion and right hamstring injury management.

Why it matters

This game is an important one in the Western Conference playoff race, as the Suns and Clippers are both fighting for position. The absence of Booker and Harden will significantly impact the game's outcome and the teams' playoff positioning.

The details

The Suns are 2-1 against the Clippers this season, but the teams haven't played since November. The Clippers have the NBA's best record since Christmas, while the Suns are second. Booker has missed the last four games with his ankle sprain, and Green has played in only five games this season due to injuries.

  • The game is scheduled for 6 p.m. MST on February 1, 2026.
  • Booker is scheduled for a re-evaluation this weekend.
  • Green made his return in the Suns' win over the Cleveland Cavaliers, scoring 11 points in 16 minutes.

The players

Devin Booker

The Suns' star guard is ruled out with a right ankle sprain.

Jalen Green

The Suns' rookie is listed as questionable with a left hip contusion and right hamstring injury management.

James Harden

The Clippers' point guard has been ruled out due to personal reasons.

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What they’re saying

“Have opinions about the current state of the Suns?”

— Duane Rankin, Suns Insider (azcentral.com)

The takeaway

This game will be a test of depth and resilience for both the Suns and Clippers, as they navigate the absences of their star players. The outcome could have significant implications for the Western Conference playoff race.