Phoenix Suns vs Atlanta Hawks is one of seven matchups on the NBA's schedule for Tuesday night. This game is a rematch of sorts, as the two squads are facing off for the second time in the span of a week.
Phoenix Suns vs Atlanta Hawks last took place on Thursday, with the Suns walking away with a 123-115 victory. This was the last time the Hawks were in action, as their recent matchup with the Houston Rockets was postponed due to severe weather conditions.
As for Phoenix, it has been on a bit of a hot streak since taking down Trae Young and company last week. It enters Tuesday on a three-game winning streak and have won four of its last five games. Since making some lineup changes, the Suns are back to looking like a threat to contend in the Western Conference.
The Hawks don't find themselves with any momentum, as they are attempting to put an end to their losing skid. They have just one win over their last five games, and that victory came against a rebuilding Utah Jazz team.
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With an extended break, Atlanta should be refreshed and recharged as they look to even their season series with the Suns.
Phoenix Suns vs Atlanta Hawks: Injury report
Phoenix Suns injury report
The Phoenix Suns will nearly be at full strength against the Hawks, but there are some rotation players listed on the injury report. Below is the full breakdown:
- Grayson Allen - Porbable (knee soreness)
- Jalen Bridges - Out (two-way)
- Collin Gillespie - Out (two-way)
- Jusuf Nurkic - Out (illness)
- Ty Ty Washington Jr. - Out (two-way)
Atlanta Hawks injury report
The Atlanta Hawks could be without some key players in their battle with the Suns as they have a loaded injury report. Among the most notable names are All-Star guard Trae Young and forward Jalen Johnson.
Here is the Hawks' complete injury report for Tuesday:
- Bogdan Bodanovic - Questionable (knee inflamation)
- Kobe Bufkin - Out (shoulder surgery)
- Mouhamed Gueye - Questionable (G-League)
- Jalen Johnson - Out (shoulder inflamation)
- Larry Nance Jr. - Out (hand surgery)
- Daeqwon Plowden - Questionable (two-way)
- Keaton Wallace - Questionable (two-way)
- Trae Young - Questionable (illness)
- Cody Zeller - Out (not with team)
Phoenix Suns vs Atlanta Hawks: Starting lineups and depth chart
Phoenix Suns starting lineup and depth chart
The Suns made a big change to their starting lineup recently, moving Bradley Beal to the bench. They're expected to stick with their new opening unit of Tyus Jones, Devin Booker, Ryan Dunn, Kevin Durant and Mason Plumlee.
Below is a snapshot of the Suns' depth chart:
Atlanta Hawks starting lineup and depth chart
The Hawks' starting lineup could change due to players like Trae Young being a game-time decision. At the time this is being written, they are expected to open with Young, Dyson Daniels, Zaccharie Risacher, Vit Krejci and Clint Capela.
Here is the complete breakdown of Atlanta's depth chart:
Phoenix Suns vs Atlanta Hawks: How to watch
For those looking to tune in to Phoenix Suns vs Atlanta Hawks tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time. It will air on TV locally while also being available to stream on NBA League Pass.
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