Jalen Green is set to make his much-anticipated return to the court as the Phoenix Suns prepare to face the Philadelphia 76ers. Green’s comeback follows a hamstring injury that sidelined him for significant portions of the season.
Jalen Green’s Injury Timeline
The 23-year-old guard, who joined the Suns from the Houston Rockets in the Kevin Durant trade, has faced challenges this season. Green initially missed the first eight games of the 2025-26 NBA season. He made his return on November 6 against the Los Angeles Clippers, where he impressively scored 29 points in just 23 minutes on the floor.
However, his return was cut short when he re-injured his hamstring just two days later during a subsequent game against the same opponent. Following an evaluation on December 22, it was revealed that Green would miss an additional two to three weeks.
Mark Williams’ Status
Mark Williams, another key player for the Suns, is currently listed as questionable due to right knee injury management. He played 29 minutes in the previous game against the Brooklyn Nets, where he contributed 16 points, eight rebounds, three blocks, and two steals.
76ers’ Injury Report
The 76ers will be without their star player, Joel Embiid, who is managing a right ankle injury. The reigning NBA MVP posted 30 points in 33 minutes during a recent victory over the Indiana Pacers. This will mark a significant absence as Embiid has participated in only 23 out of the team’s 41 games this season, often missing back-to-back games due to left knee injury management.
Additionally, Paul George is listed as questionable for Philadelphia with a left knee injury. The nine-time All-Star missed the recent game against the Pacers.
Upcoming Game Details
- Matchup: Phoenix Suns vs. Philadelphia 76ers
- Date: Tuesday
- Start Time: 5 p.m. MST
- Broadcast: 98.7 FM and the Arizona Sports app
This matchup will be crucial for both teams as they navigate injury impacts on their rosters. The presence of Jalen Green returning to the Suns lineup could be a significant boost as they face the 76ers in this anticipated game.
