Suns Star Devin Booker Out at Least a Week with Hip Strain

All-Star guard suffered injury during Thursday's game against the Clippers.

Feb. 21, 2026 at 11:33pm

The Phoenix Suns announced that star shooting guard Devin Booker will be sidelined for at least one week due to a right hip strain he suffered during Thursday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers.

Why it matters

Booker is a key player for the Suns, who are currently in the playoff hunt in the Western Conference. His absence will be a significant blow to the team's chances of maintaining their position in the standings.

The details

Booker, a five-time NBA All-Star, was injured during the third quarter of the Suns' game against the Clippers on Thursday. He will undergo further evaluation and treatment, but the team expects him to miss at least the next week of action.

  • Booker suffered the injury during the third quarter of the Suns' game against the Clippers on Thursday, February 20, 2026.
  • The Suns announced Booker will be out for at least one week on Friday, February 21, 2026.

The players

Devin Booker

A five-time NBA All-Star and the star shooting guard for the Phoenix Suns.

Phoenix Suns

An NBA franchise based in Phoenix, Arizona that Devin Booker plays for.

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What’s next

The Suns will provide further updates on Booker's status and recovery timeline in the coming days.

The takeaway

Booker's injury is a significant setback for the Suns as they push for a playoff spot in the Western Conference. The team will need other players to step up in his absence to maintain their position in the standings.