San Antonio Spurs vs. Phoenix Suns: Live, injuries, team news, where to watch NBA

After losing to San Antonio Spurs on October 31, the Phoenix Suns will meet them in the second game of a back-to-back on Thursday. The Phoenix Suns started slow this season. The Western Conference franchise went 2-2 in their first four games, but have not looked as dominant as people expected. The absence of Bradley Beal has exposed their lack of bench depth.

All eyes on Victor Wembanyama

On the other hand, the Spurs are not under pressure or expectations of fans. They will focus on grooming their young talent this season. All eyes are set on rookie Victor Wembanyama, who looks like a generational talent due to his 7-foot-5 frame and unique skillset. The San Antonio started the season with two wins from four games, like the Suns.

Start Time, Venue

The San Antonio Spurs vs. Phoenix Suns game will be held on Thursday, November 2 at Footprint Center, Phoenix, Arizona. It will start at 10 p.m. ET.

Where to watch

The San Antonio Spurs vs. Phoenix Suns game can be watched on NBA TV, AZFamily, and BSSW.

Injuries

The Phoenix Suns will once again miss the All-NBA guard Bradley Beal. He has been recovering from a back injury. Injury has also forced Devin Booker to miss a few games. Consequently, Kevin Durant has been under pressure to carry the offensive load. The Suns' lack of bench depth has worried them.

Team news

Meanwhile, Spurs' Gregg Popovich has played a dynamic and robust brand of basketball. He has also to run the offense through Victor Wembanyama, allowing his rookie to acclimate to the NBA slowly. Wembanyama may get his first true taste of the physical strength when the two teams face off on Thursday.

Expected Lineup

The Phoenix Suns are most likely to begin the game with Eric Gordon, Grayson Allen, Josh Okogie, Kevin Durant and Jusuf Nurkic. Durant and Nurkic will be the two key players entering the contest. Nurkic will offer short-roll creation to the spot-up shooters.

FAQs:

How have Phoenix missed Bradley Beal?
The absence of Bradley Beal has exposed their lack of bench depth. He has been recovering from a back injury. The Phoenix Suns will once again miss the All-NBA guard Bradley Beal in the match against the Spurs.

When will the Spurs meet the Suns?
The San Antonio Spurs vs. Phoenix Suns game will be held on Thursday, November 2 at Footprint Center, Phoenix, Arizona. It will start at 10 p.m. ET.