Suns Guard Jalen Green Makes Season Debut Against Clippers
After being acquired in the Kevin Durant trade, Jalen Green had yet to play for the Phoenix Suns due to a hamstring injury. That changed on Thursday when Green made his first appearance for the team.
Green's Background and Trade Details
Jalen Green, 23, averaged 20.1 points per game over four seasons with the Houston Rockets. He missed the Suns' preseason and first eight regular season games due to a right hamstring strain. Green was acquired by Phoenix in the 2025 offseason trade that sent future Hall of Famer Kevin Durant to Houston. Along with Green, the Suns received Dillon Brooks and the No. 10 overall pick, used to select Khaman Maluach.
Green's Integration with the Suns
Although new to Phoenix and yet to suit up, Green expressed before the season that he already feels at home with the Suns and has formed strong connections on and off the court.
“Coming here, I got to know (the team), and I picked up with everybody very fast. Everyone is cool and has the same goals and mentality, so that makes it easy when you’re chasing that same goal with somebody. … From the coaching staff, to the players, to the front office, everyone is just great. The relationships molded fast.”
Green’s debut marks a crucial addition to the Suns as they continue to build chemistry after a major offseason shakeup.
Author’s summary: Jalen Green has overcome injury to debut for the Suns, quickly embracing the team atmosphere following his arrival in the Kevin Durant trade.