Despite being over a month into the NBA season, we still haven't seen the new-look Suns at full strength.
Bradley Beal has appeared in only three games because of a back issue he suffered in preseason. Additionally, Devin Booker has been in and out of the lineup with various ailments, his most recent injury being an ankle sprain.
The Suns advanced to the Knockout Round of the In-Season Tournament with a 3-1 record, setting them up for a meeting with LeBron James and the Lakers in the Quarterfinals. Will Booker be in uniform for the highly anticipated matchup?
Here's the latest on Booker's availability for Tuesday's In-Season Tournament game.
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Is Devin Booker playing vs. Lakers tonight?
Booker is not listed on the injury report for Tuesday's game, making him available.
Booker sprained his right ankle Nov. 29 in Phoenix's loss to Toronto. He remained in the game, finishing with eight points (on 2-for-12 shooting), five rebounds and five assists in 32 minutes, but the Suns listed him as questionable for their next game.
Booker was sidelined for one game with the injury. He returned against the Grizzlies on Dec. 2 and led the Suns to victory with 34 points and 10 rebounds.
Booker missed eight of the team's first 10 games of the season. He first had left foot soreness. He then missed time with a left ankle sprain. Through 11 games, he is averaging career-highs of 27.9 points and 8.4 assists.
What channel is Lakers vs. Suns on?
- Date: Tuesday, Dec. 5
- TV channel: TNT
- Live streaming: Sling TV
Lakers vs. Suns will air on TNT. Viewers can also stream the game on Sling TV.
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What time is Lakers vs. Suns tonight?
- Date: Tuesday, Dec. 5
- Time: 10 p.m. ET | 7 p.m. PT
Lakers vs. Suns will tip off around 10 p.m. ET on Tuesday, Dec. 5. The game will be played at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
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The Pacers and Pelicans advance to the In-Season Tournament Semifinals ‼️
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