Suns guard Jalen Green set to make season debut versus Clippers

Suns Guard Jalen Green to Make Season Debut Against Clippers

After being acquired in the Kevin Durant trade, Jalen Green has yet to play for the Phoenix Suns due to a hamstring injury. That changed on Thursday when the Suns faced the Los Angeles Clippers.

Green’s Arrival with the Suns

Jalen Green, a 23-year-old guard, averaged 20.1 points per game during his four seasons with the Houston Rockets. He missed the Suns’ entire preseason and the first eight regular-season games after suffering a right hamstring strain.

Details of the Trade

In the 2025 offseason trade that sent future Hall of Famer Kevin Durant to Houston, Phoenix received Green, Dillon Brooks, and the No. 10 overall pick. The Suns used that pick to select Khaman Maluach.

Green’s Integration with the Team

“Coming here, I got to know [the team], and I picked up with everybody very fast,” Green said. “Everyone is cool and has the same goals and mentality, so that makes it easy when you’re chasing that same goal with somebody. … From the coaching staff, to the players, to the front office, everyone is just great. The relationships molded fast.”

Despite not having played a game yet, Green expressed that he has already found a sense of home with the Suns and built strong bonds on and off the court.

Summary

Jalen Green’s debut marks a key milestone following a high-profile trade, as he quickly adapts and connects with the Suns’ team and culture.

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Cronkite News Cronkite News — 2025-11-07

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