Game Thread Nov 12, 2024 07:00PM MT: Phoenix Suns @ Utah Jazz

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Utah Jazz Game Day

Delta Center, Salt Lake City, UT
Nov 12, 2024 07:00PM MT

 

[SoberasHotRod]

This feels like it could be kind of an important game for the tank. The Suns are only favored by a couple of points playing on the road without Durant. If we win, we might be building some momentum and confidence since that would be the 3rd win in 4 games. Lose, and we are now winless at home.

Any word on Lauri? Seems like he should sit out a few games after his fall last game.

 

[MTS]

View: https://x.com/andyblarsen/status/1856401327162806332

 

[Ferguson_Mellochill]

Watch Flip go for 21/13/9

 

[SoberasHotRod]

I don't understand playing Lauri when he has any discomfort. He obviously has to be hurting a little from that fall last game. It's also been pointed out that he isn't moving as well because of his back.

We should be taking advantage of any legit opportunities to sit Lauri/

 

[SoberasHotRod]

FYI, this is also the start of the in season tournament.

 

[Brsn]

I don't understand playing Lauri when he has any discomfort. He obviously has to be hurting a little from that fall last game. It's also been pointed out that he isn't moving as well because of his back.

We should be taking advantage of any legit opportunities to sit Lauri/

At this point, I'd accept being 'Out with seasonal depression or dealing with a slight cough.' We really need to stack up those L's.

 

[HermanG]

If we have to win 20 games, might as well win the in-season tournament.

Imagine finishing with the worst record but hanging a banner while at it? Glorious.

 

[SoberasHotRod]

At this point, I'd accept being 'Out with seasonal depression or dealing with a slight cough.' We really need to stack up those L's.

I believe the idea is to get him his 65 games at the start of the season so that we can more aggressively sit him at the end of the season.

 

[Handlogten's Heros]

I believe the idea is to get him his 65 games at the start of the season so that we can more aggressively sit him at the end of the season.

Not sure why. He won't get All-NBA or anything.

 

[SoberasHotRod]

Not sure why. He won't get All-NBA or anything.

I'm just speculating. I agree he isn't getting any awards this year, but I'm guessing in his mind he has a chance. He also probably wants a chance at an All Star spot. I'm not sure what was communicated/discussed during contract negotiations, but I would assume this type of stuff was brought up.

At the same time, Lauri should have known what he was getting himself in to. I know he's a competitor, but I would think he could see the positives of getting through the year healthy.

 

[Saint Cy of JFC]

If Lauri wants to play, he's going to play.