Suns Struggle in Preseason Home Loss to Pistons Amid Injury Woes
Phoenix faces defensive setbacks and key player absences in a 109-91 defeat against Detroit.
- Devin Booker missed the game due to right ankle soreness, a precautionary move by the Suns.
- Jusuf Nurkic and Grayson Allen also sat out, contributing to Phoenix's lineup challenges.
- Kevin Durant led the Suns with 18 points, while Bradley Beal added 17 in the loss.
- The Suns' defense faltered, allowing 40 points in the first quarter and struggling with perimeter defense.
- Rookie Ryan Dunn started in place of Booker but had limited impact, highlighting the team's depth issues.