Suns' Jalen Green exits with knee injury

The 24-year-old guard did not return after leaving in the first quarter.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 4:26am

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Jalen Green, the 24-year-old guard for the Phoenix Suns, exited Wednesday's game against the Dallas Mavericks in the first quarter due to a right knee injury. He finished the game with zero points, one rebound, and did not return.

Why it matters

Green is a key player for the Suns, and any extended absence due to injury could significantly impact the team's performance and playoff positioning. The severity of the injury is currently unknown.

The details

Green picked up the right knee injury in the opening quarter and was later deemed questionable to return, though he never checked back in. If Green is forced to miss time, Collin Gillespie will likely see increased playing time.

  • Green exited the game in the first quarter on April 9, 2026.

The players

Jalen Green

A 24-year-old guard for the Phoenix Suns.

Collin Gillespie

A player for the Phoenix Suns who will likely see increased playing time if Green is forced to miss time.

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What’s next

The Suns will provide an update on the severity of Green's knee injury, and his status for Friday's game against the Lakers will be determined.

The takeaway

This injury to Jalen Green is a significant concern for the Suns, as he is a key player for the team. The team will need to closely monitor his recovery and determine the extent of the injury in order to plan for his potential absence.