Suns Dodge Bullet Ahead of Pistons Matchup

Collin Gillespie will be available for Phoenix against Detroit after being a game-time decision.

Jan. 29, 2026 at 8:15pm

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The Phoenix Suns will have guard Collin Gillespie available for their game against the Detroit Pistons after he was initially listed as questionable with a right hand sprain. Gillespie missed the Suns' last game but was able to go through pregame warmups and get cleared to play.

Why it matters

Gillespie has been a key contributor for the Suns this season, stepping up with Devin Booker and Jalen Green dealing with injuries. His ability to create and score has been crucial for Phoenix, and his leadership has also impressed teammates.

The details

Gillespie was a true game-time decision, needing to go through pre-game warm-ups before Phoenix ultimately made the call to give him the green light. Suns coach Jordan Ott said it was 'a little bit of a pain thing' for Gillespie, but there was no structural damage. The Suns are still without Booker (right ankle sprain) and Green (right hamstring injury management) for the matchup against the Pistons.

  • Gillespie missed the Suns' last game, a win over the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday.
  • The Suns and Pistons will tip off just past 7:00 PM MST on January 30, 2026.

The players

Collin Gillespie

A guard for the Phoenix Suns who has been a key contributor this season, stepping up with injuries to Devin Booker and Jalen Green.

Jordan Ott

The head coach of the Phoenix Suns.

Devin Booker

A guard for the Phoenix Suns who is out with a right ankle sprain.

Jalen Green

A guard for the Phoenix Suns who is out due to right hamstring injury management.

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What they’re saying

“It's a little bit of a pain thing, Once everything clears out that there's nothing structural, he seems to be in a good place.”

— Jordan Ott, Suns head coach

“The kid is a winner. At every place he's been. It doesn't surprise us. Just glad he's on our team.”

— Jordan Ott, Suns head coach

“He does everything out there. He's a warrior for us. I think he's caught a lot of people by surprise, but nobody in this locker room.”

— Devin Booker

“He's been consistent since he's been here, and I'm happy he's on our side.”

— Devin Booker

What’s next

The Suns and Pistons will tip off just past 7:00 PM MST on January 30, 2026.

The takeaway

Gillespie's availability is a big boost for the Suns as they take on a tough Pistons team, with his ability to create and score as well as his leadership being crucial for a Phoenix squad dealing with multiple key injuries.