Jalen Green scored 29 points in his first game for Phoenix after missing the team’s initial eight games due to a right hamstring strain. He played 23 minutes, shooting 10 of 20 from the field, including 6 of 13 from three-point range. Green was acquired in the offseason from Houston in a seven-team trade that sent Kevin Durant to the Rockets.
The Clippers suffered their third consecutive loss, missing James Harden (personal reasons) and Kawhi Leonard (right ankle sprain).
"The veteran guard was 2 for 14 from the field and finished with five points."
Beal, who previously played two injury-plagued seasons in Phoenix, was booed during introductions and whenever he touched the ball during the game.
The Suns capitalized on a strong third quarter and the Clippers’ injury absences to secure a solid 115-102 victory.
Author's Summary: Jalen Green’s impressive debut and strong third-quarter performance helped the Phoenix Suns overcome a depleted Clippers team, sealing a 115-102 win.