Jusuf Nurkic is dealing with an illness and will not take the court for the Phoenix Suns. This update comes ahead of their next game, leaving the team without their starting center. The Suns will need to adjust their lineup accordingly in his absence.
What It Means
Jusuf Nurkic has played in 25 games this season, contributing an average of 8.6 points and 9.2 rebounds per game. His presence on the court has been significant, as he leads his team in rebounding in 32% of games played. The Suns have averaged slightly more points per game (112.2) when Nurkic is active compared to when he is not (111.9). Additionally, they hold a record of 13-12 with him playing versus a 5-7 record without him.
