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Jalen Green is hanging on to starting spot with Suns for dear life

A two point, two assist performance for Jalen Green in a Suns loss to the Nuggets has him officially hold onto his starting spot in Phoenix for dear life.

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 6:30 PM
Jalen Green is hanging on to starting spot with Suns for dear life
Key Things to Know
  • Luke Duffy argues the Phoenix Suns must bench starting guard Jalen Green to spark the team.
  • Jalen Green recorded just two points and two assists in a 127-120 Emirates NBA Cup loss to Denver.
  • The writer suggests Collin Gillespie deserves the opportunity to replace Green in the starting lineup.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Writer Luke Duffy argues that the Phoenix Suns should move guard Jalen Green to the bench following a disappointing showing in a 127-120 defeat against the Denver Nuggets. Despite head coach Jordan Ott confirming Green as a lead playmaker before the Emirates NBA Cup game, Green managed only two points and two assists alongside Devin Booker.

Duffy contends that reallocating Green to a sixth-man role would improve team balance and alleviate the Suns' league-worst defensive issues. The article advocates for Collin Gillespie to replace Green in the starting lineup alongside Booker, suggesting the coaching staff must make the lineup change soon to salvage their season.

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