The Suns unraveled down the stretch in Game 2 against the Nuggets, struggling offensively while Nikola Jokic took complete control for Denver. An injury to Chris Paul might have been one reason Phoenix couldn’t keep up.
Paul exited with a groin injury that kept him out for Game 3 and left a thin Suns team with one fewer option as Monty Williams’ squad tries to battle back from a series deficit.
Phoenix was able to manage a win without Paul, avoiding a 3-0 series deficit, but it might be an uphill battle in Game 4 if Devin Booker and Kevin Durant can’t take over like they did on Friday.
Postseason injuries are nothing new for Paul, who was able to overcome a shoulder injury during the 2021 playoffs and help lead the Suns to the NBA Finals. He’s no longer as crucial as a scorer with Durant in the fold alongside Booker, but his ability as a distributor and on-court leader is still hugely important for the Suns if they want to make a title run.
Here’s what we know about Paul’s status entering Sunday night’s Game 4 against the Nuggets, plus all the information you need to watch the game.
MORE: Chris Paul playoff injury timeline
Is Chris Paul playing vs. Nuggets tonight?
The Athletic’s Shams Charania reported that Paul would be re-evaluated one week after his MRI on Tuesday, so he’s not expected to be available for Game 4 on Sunday.
ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reported Thursday that Paul was in doubt for Game 4, which fits the timeline. He didn’t participate in practice before missing Game 3.
Cameron Payne will continue to have a major role in Phoenix’s backcourt as the Suns look to get right back into this series on Sunday.
That timeline indicates Paul could miss Game 5 as well, putting the Suns’ chances in serious jeopardy after they dropped the first two games on the road.
What time is Suns vs. Nuggets today?
- Date: Sunday, May 7
- Time: 8 p.m. ET | 5 p.m. PT
Game 4 between the Suns and Nuggets is set to tip off at 8 p.m. ET (5 p.m. local time) on Sunday from Footprint Center in Phoenix.
What channel is Suns vs. Nuggets on?
- Date: Sunday, May 7
- TV channel: TNT
- Live stream: Sling TV
Game 4 of the playoff series between the Suns and Nuggets will be broadcast on TNT. Viewers in the U.S. hoping to live stream the game can watch it on Sling TV.
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Suns vs. Nuggets odds
Phoenix is a 2.5-point favorite over Denver in Game 4 of the Western Conference Semifinals.
| Suns | Nuggets | |
| Spread | -2.5 | +2.5 |
| Moneyline | -145 | +120 |
For the full market check out BetMGM.
Suns vs. Nuggets schedule
Below is the complete schedule for the second-round Western Conference series between Phoenix and Denver, including start times and TV channels.
| Date | Game | Time (ET)/Result | TV channel |
| April 29 | Game 1 | Nuggets 125, Suns 107 | TNT |
| May 1 | Game 2 | Nuggets 97, Suns 87 | TNT |
| May 5 | Game 3 | Suns 121, Nuggets 114 | ESPN |
| May 7 | Game 4 | 8 p.m. ET at Suns | TNT |
| May 9 | Game 5* | TBD at Nuggets | TNT |
| May 11 | Game 6* | TBD at Suns | ESPN |
| May 14 | Game 7* | TBD at Nuggets | TBD |
*If necessary