Phoenix Suns rule out Jordan Goodwin, Jalen Green’s status looms vs. Los Angeles Lakers
Mar 24, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (32) drives to the basket against Phoenix Suns guard Jalen Green (4) and Jordan Goodwin (23) at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns provided updates on two of their key players Thursday after they exited Wednesday’s matchup against the Dallas Mavericks with injuries.
Feb 22, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Jalen Green (4) against the Portland Trail Blazers in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Jalen Green and Jordan Goodwin left the game with lower-body injuries.
Goodwin did not return, while Green was seen on the court before the third quarter attempting to work through his injury before ultimately heading back to the locker room. According to Arizona Central’s Duane Rankin, Green is listed as questionable with right knee soreness as the Suns prepare to face the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday night, with a possibility the guard could return before the end of the regular season. However, Goodwin was ruled out, alongside All-Star Devin Booker and Haywood Highsmith, with a sprained left ankle.
Oct 14, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Jordan Goodwin (23) against the Los Angeles Lakers during an NBA preseason game at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images With a play-in position locked in at No.
7, Phoenix is prioritizing health over urgency and preserving peak performance for the games that will ultimately define its season. Goodwin’s absence raises additional concern, with no timeline for his return and the severity of his sprain unknown. Known for his perimeter defense, energy and 3-point shooting, if he does not return before the play-in, the Suns could begin their postseason push without a primary contributor.