Suns' Devin Booker exits loss to Spurs with hip soreness

Five-time All-Star left game in first half and did not return.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker played less than 9 minutes in Thursday's 121-94 loss to the San Antonio Spurs before leaving the game due to right hip soreness. Booker attempted to return to the game but was ultimately ruled out for the remainder of the contest.

Why it matters

Booker's injury is a concern for the Suns, as he is the team's leading scorer and a key part of their roster. Any extended absence could significantly impact the team's performance and playoff positioning.

The details

Booker first left the game with 5:24 remaining in the opening quarter with Phoenix trailing 19-16. He returned with 4:46 left before halftime but played just 71 more seconds before leaving again with 2:35 left in the first half. Suns coach Jordan Ott said Booker "felt good enough to come back in" but that the team "had to save him from himself" as he "wasn't moving great" during his second stint.

  • Booker left the game with 5:24 remaining in the first quarter.
  • Booker returned with 4:46 left before halftime but played just 71 more seconds.
  • Booker left the game again with 2:35 left in the first half and did not return.

The players

Devin Booker

A five-time NBA All-Star and the leading scorer for the Phoenix Suns, who was forced to leave Thursday's game against the Spurs due to right hip soreness.

Jordan Ott

The head coach of the Phoenix Suns, who said the team had to "save [Booker] from himself" as he "wasn't moving great" during his second stint on the court.

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What they’re saying

“[He] tried to go back out there. [Had to] save him from himself. [He] wasn't moving great when he came back in.”

— Jordan Ott, Suns Head Coach (ESPN)

What’s next

The Suns host the Orlando Magic on Saturday, and Booker's status for that game will be closely monitored.

The takeaway

Booker's injury is a significant concern for the Suns, who rely heavily on his scoring production. The team will need to carefully manage his recovery to ensure he is healthy for the stretch run and playoffs.