What Does the Phoenix Suns' Starting 5 Lineup Look Like?
The lineup listed below is who will be starting for the Suns, which is one of the oldest teams in the NBA. Guard Grayson Allen serves as the team's sixth man, along with forward Royce O'Neale mixed in. It's worth noting that Richards is a game-time decision. If he doesn't end up starting, we expect C Mason Plumlee to start.
| Position | Starter |
| Point Guard: | Tyus Jones |
| Shooting Guard: | Devin Booker |
| Small Forward: | Kevin Durant |
| Power Forward: | Ryan Dunn |
| Center: | Nick Richards* |
Point Guard Tyus Jones
Bradley Beal has alternated between the starting lineup and the bench and now makes his way back to the bench with a hamstring injury. Taking his place is Tynus Jones, who scored a combined 28 points in the last two games. Jones also racked up nine assists.
Shooting Guard Devin Booker
Booker returns to shooting guard after spending time alternating as a point guard. A four-time NBA All-Star and 2022 All-NBA First Teamer, Booker is a shooter whose range can extend out to the 3-point line. Now in his 10th season, Booker became the franchise's all-time leading scorer in February. Book has spent his entire NBA career in Phoenix and still hopes to lead them to an NBA Title.
Small Forward Kevin Durant
One of the most talented players in the entire NBA, Durant led the Oklahoma City Thunder to the NBA Finals and went on to win consecutive NBA Finals MVP awards in 2017 and 2018 with the Golden State Warriors. He was traded to Phoenix from Brooklyn at midseason in 2022-23 and is currently averaging 26.6 points per game. Durant is a perennial top choice for NBA MVP on sportsbooks in Arizona.
Power Forward Ryan Dunn
Bol Bol had the chance to start a handful of games this month. The 7-foot-3 center has been with the Suns since 2023, but his first game starting came on February 28. Bol Bol led the team to victory with 25 points, including a career-high five three-pointers and two blocks. Ryan Dunn is currently taking over as the starting power forward. Dunn had a combined 29 points, eight rebounds and seven steals in the last two games.
Center Nick Richards
Acquired from the Charlotte Hornets on January 15, the Suns got a center who could contribute immediately to help their playoff chances. Richards had a double-double in his first game with the Suns, scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds in a 125-121 win over the Detroit Pistons. He became the first person in Suns' history to record a double-double off the bench. This performance helped him earn a spot in the starting lineup. As mentioned above, Richards is suffering from a right ankle sprain but is probable for their upcoming game against the Raptors.
Examining the Phoenix Suns’ 2024-25 Bench
| Position | 2nd | 3rd |
| Point Guard: | Tyus Jones | Ty Ty Washington Jr. |
| Shooting Guard: | Grayson Allen* | Devin Booker |
| Small Forward: | Royce O'Neale | Grayson Allen (out) |
| Power Forward: | Ryan Dunn | Kevin Durant |
| Center: | Mason Plumlee | Kevin Durant |
Tyus Jones is back in the starting lineup while Beal deals with an injury. Meanwhile, Grayson Allen, who is another reliable option off the bench is dealing with a hamstring injury. Royce O'Neale, Mason Plumlee, and Ryan Dunn have also seen a solid amount of relief minutes in 2024 so far. Dunn is now the starting power forward over Bol Bol.
Who Is Phoenix Suns’ 6th Man?
Grayson Allen has been in the NBA since 2018, when he was drafted by the Utah Jazz. The Milwaukee Bucks traded Allen to the Suns in September 2023. Allen is a key player on both ends of the court. One of Allen's greatest strengths is his shooting beyond the arc, which has come in handy late in the game. The Suns got a victory against the Jazz in February thanks to Allen's buzzer-beating 3-pointer. Allen is questionable for Friday's game against the Kings. If Allen doesn't play, it could impact who will step up behind Bradley Beal at shooting guard. The next man up, Devin Booker, is already the starting point guard.
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Get to Know the Phoenix Suns' Front Office
| General Manager | James Jones |
| Head Coach | Mike Budenholzer |
| Associate Head Coach | David Fizdale |
Who Is the Phoenix Suns' Head Coach?
Mike Budenholzer is in his first year as the Suns' head coach, replacing Frank Vogel, who was one-and-done in Phoenix. Budenholzer previously coached the Atlanta Hawks from 2013-17 before moving on to the Milwaukee Bucks from 2018-22.
Who Is the Phoenix Suns’ General Manager?
James Jones is a former NBA player who spent 15 seasons as a player in the league, winning three championships with the Miami Heat (twice) and the Cleveland Cavaliers (once). He was hired by the Suns in 2017 as Director of Player Personnel shortly after playing his final game for the Cavs, and he was promoted when former general manager Ryan McDonough was fired. He shed the "interim" tag from his general manager's title in 2019.
Phoenix Suns Starting 5 FAQs
The Suns' current starting lineup at full strength is Bradley Beal, Devin Booker, Kevin Durant, Bol Bol and Nick Richards. Beal is out with an injury, so Tynus Jones is starting over him and Ryan Dunn has taken over as starter over Bol Bol.
Kevin Durant is the Suns' leading scorer at 26.6 points per game, while Devin Booker follows at 25.7 PPG. Booker and Durant both averaged 27.1 PPG during the 2023-24 regular season.
The Suns' 6th man this year will be Grayson Allen, who has been one of the most consistent players on both sides of the ball since coming off the bench.
The best Suns players of all time include the likes of Paul Westphal, Grant Hill, Steve Nash, Jason Kidd, Charles Barkley, Paul Westphal, Charlie Scott, Connie Hawkins and Gus Johnson.
Mat Ishbia is the majority owner of the Phoenix Suns. The NBA approved the $4 billion sale to Ishbia on February 6, 2023.
James Jones is the general manager, and Josh Bartelstein is the team's CEO.
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