Suns Suddenly Add Starter to Injury Report vs Hornets

Grayson Allen is now listed as probable due to right knee injury management.

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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The Phoenix Suns have added starting guard Grayson Allen to the injury report for their upcoming game against the Charlotte Hornets. Allen is now listed as probable due to right knee injury management, despite not being on the injury report for the team's previous game.

Why it matters

Allen has been a key starter for the Suns this season, providing a valuable blend of scoring and three-point shooting. His late addition to the injury report raises questions about his availability and the team's approach to managing his health, especially with the Suns playing their third game in four nights.

The details

Grayson Allen was not on the injury report for the Suns' previous game, but has now been downgraded to probable due to right knee injury management. The team has been conservative with injuries all season, and may be exercising caution with Allen given the quick turnaround between games.

  • The Suns are set to take on the Hornets at 7:00 PM local time.
  • Allen's status for the game will be known at least one hour before tip-off.

The players

Grayson Allen

A starting guard for the Phoenix Suns who has been dealing with a right knee injury.

Jordan Ott

The first-year head coach of the Phoenix Suns.

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What they’re saying

“We need him to shoot more.”

— Jordan Ott, Head Coach (si.com)

“We've tried to stress him to shoot tougher ones, more contested, off the dribble, as well as get downhill, get in the paint, make plays. It was awesome, awesome to see, awesome to see how his teammates pushed for him. Such an unassuming, quiet, well mannered, organized. He's always another adult in the room, it's great to see.”

— Jordan Ott, Head Coach (si.com)

What’s next

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