The Phoenix Suns are facing a daunting task in their Western Conference semi-final series against the Denver Nuggets. Not only do they have to climb out of a 0-2 hole, but they will also have to do it without their starting point guard Chris Paul.

According to The Athletic’s Shams Charania, Paul is dealing with a groin injury that will keep him out for at least one week. Reportedly, the Suns expect the 37-year-old to miss Game 3, Game 4, and Game 5 of the Nuggets’ series.

Paul likely got hurt during the third quarter of a 97-87 loss in Game 2 against the Nuggets. The veteran exited the game with less than five minutes remaining in the period and didn’t return. Phoenix confirmed that the player is dealing with a groin injury on Tuesday but is officially considering him day to day.

Chris Paul is currently averaging 12.4 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 7.4 assists per game in the 2022-23 playoffs. While the Suns probably won’t have issues replacing his scoring output, they are expected to have a hard time without Paul’s playmaking and defense. Cameron Payne, who recently returned from an injury, is expected to be the starter until Paul is able to return.

The Suns will play the Nuggets in Game 3 on Friday night in their Footprint Center.

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Although it seems that a breakup between Chris Paul and Houston Rockets is imminent, the two sides might end up patching things up. Paul recently spoke with the media and said that he will stay in Houston for the next season and is “very happy” about it.

Several media reported last week that the relationship between Paul and the rest of the Rockets has been troubling and that the 34-year-old point guard asked for a trade. He, however, denies making such a request.

“I never asked for a trade,” – said Paul said. “I never demanded a trade.”

“I’ll be in Houston,” – he added. “I’m happy about that. I’m very happy about that. I’m good.”

According to sources close to the situation, Chris Paul has been discontent with the way his co-star James Harden has been playing. While Paul was pushing for more designed plays and sets in the postseason, Harden relied on iso-basketball. Rockets elimination in the Western Conference semi-finals ended up making an already tense relationship even tenser.

The issue for the Rockets is that they would face tons of difficulties even if they wanted to trade Paul. He still has $124 million over three years left on his contract, which combined with his advanced age and declining play makes him a tough asset to move on.

Paul finished the regular season with a career-low 15.6 points per game, while also adding 4.6 rebounds, 8.2 assists, and 2.0 steals per game.

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On Thursday night Houston Rockets managed to get a 98-94 win against the Golden State Warriors in front of their home crowd and take a 3-2 lead in the Western Conference Finals. Still, that win didn’t come without a price. Rockets announced on Friday morning that their point guard Chris Paul will miss the Game 6 of the series, after suffering a right hamstring strain in the final minutes of Game 5. According to the announcement, Paul will be re-evaluated after the team returns to Houston from their trip to Oakland.

“It’s obviously not something we wanted,” – said Rockets’ coach Mike D’Antoni on Friday morning. “I hate it for him above all. He’s practically won us the past two games. But it’s a great opportunity for other guys, and we have plenty to choose from. We’ll be ready.“

Asked by reporters whether Chris Paul might be ready for Game 7 in case Rockets don’t close out the series in Game 6, D’Antoni responded: “I don’t know.“

.@CP3 will miss Saturday’s game at Golden State with a right hamstring strain.

He will be re-evaluated after the team returns to Houston. pic.twitter.com/5gAdYas3Vo

— Houston Rockets (@HoustonRockets) May 25, 2018

Chris Paul was a key player for the Houston Rockets in the series against the Warriors and has led them to wins in last two games. In Game 5, Paul managed to hit some tough shots when Rockets needed points the most and overall helped the team with his leadership. During the Western Conference Finals Paul has been averaging almost 20.0 points, 6.8 assists, 4.6 rebounds and 1.8 steals per game.

“Obviously Chris has been playing extremely well,” – said his teammate James Harden. “Hopefully [he will have] a speedy recovery, which I know will happen. There’s an opportunity, like all year long, for guys to step up and take advantage of an unbelievable opportunity.“

In the Golden State Warriors corner, Andre Iguodala has been struggling with a knee injury and was forced to sit out Game 4 and 5. He is listed as questionable for the upcoming game.

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The Phoenix Suns are facing a daunting task in their Western Conference semi-final series against the Denver Nuggets. Not only do they have to climb out of a 0-2 hole, but they will also have to do it without their starting point guard Chris Paul.

According to The Athletic’s Shams Charania, Paul is dealing with a groin injury that will keep him out for at least one week. Reportedly, the Suns expect the 37-year-old to miss Game 3, Game 4, and Game 5 of the Nuggets’ series.

Paul likely got hurt during the third quarter of a 97-87 loss in Game 2 against the Nuggets. The veteran exited the game with less than five minutes remaining in the period and didn’t return. Phoenix confirmed that the player is dealing with a groin injury on Tuesday but is officially considering him day to day.

Chris Paul is currently averaging 12.4 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 7.4 assists per game in the 2022-23 playoffs. While the Suns probably won’t have issues replacing his scoring output, they are expected to have a hard time without Paul’s playmaking and defense. Cameron Payne, who recently returned from an injury, is expected to be the starter until Paul is able to return.

The Suns will play the Nuggets in Game 3 on Friday night in their Footprint Center.

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Although it seems that a breakup between Chris Paul and Houston Rockets is imminent, the two sides might end up patching things up. Paul recently spoke with the media and said that he will stay in Houston for the next season and is “very happy” about it.

Several media reported last week that the relationship between Paul and the rest of the Rockets has been troubling and that the 34-year-old point guard asked for a trade. He, however, denies making such a request.

“I never asked for a trade,” – said Paul said. “I never demanded a trade.”

“I’ll be in Houston,” – he added. “I’m happy about that. I’m very happy about that. I’m good.”

According to sources close to the situation, Chris Paul has been discontent with the way his co-star James Harden has been playing. While Paul was pushing for more designed plays and sets in the postseason, Harden relied on iso-basketball. Rockets elimination in the Western Conference semi-finals ended up making an already tense relationship even tenser.

The issue for the Rockets is that they would face tons of difficulties even if they wanted to trade Paul. He still has $124 million over three years left on his contract, which combined with his advanced age and declining play makes him a tough asset to move on.

Paul finished the regular season with a career-low 15.6 points per game, while also adding 4.6 rebounds, 8.2 assists, and 2.0 steals per game.

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On Thursday night Houston Rockets managed to get a 98-94 win against the Golden State Warriors in front of their home crowd and take a 3-2 lead in the Western Conference Finals. Still, that win didn’t come without a price. Rockets announced on Friday morning that their point guard Chris Paul will miss the Game 6 of the series, after suffering a right hamstring strain in the final minutes of Game 5. According to the announcement, Paul will be re-evaluated after the team returns to Houston from their trip to Oakland.

“It’s obviously not something we wanted,” – said Rockets’ coach Mike D’Antoni on Friday morning. “I hate it for him above all. He’s practically won us the past two games. But it’s a great opportunity for other guys, and we have plenty to choose from. We’ll be ready.“

Asked by reporters whether Chris Paul might be ready for Game 7 in case Rockets don’t close out the series in Game 6, D’Antoni responded: “I don’t know.“

.@CP3 will miss Saturday’s game at Golden State with a right hamstring strain.

He will be re-evaluated after the team returns to Houston. pic.twitter.com/5gAdYas3Vo

— Houston Rockets (@HoustonRockets) May 25, 2018

Chris Paul was a key player for the Houston Rockets in the series against the Warriors and has led them to wins in last two games. In Game 5, Paul managed to hit some tough shots when Rockets needed points the most and overall helped the team with his leadership. During the Western Conference Finals Paul has been averaging almost 20.0 points, 6.8 assists, 4.6 rebounds and 1.8 steals per game.

“Obviously Chris has been playing extremely well,” – said his teammate James Harden. “Hopefully [he will have] a speedy recovery, which I know will happen. There’s an opportunity, like all year long, for guys to step up and take advantage of an unbelievable opportunity.“

In the Golden State Warriors corner, Andre Iguodala has been struggling with a knee injury and was forced to sit out Game 4 and 5. He is listed as questionable for the upcoming game.

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