Devin Booker Suffers Hip Injury, Suns Face Playoff Concerns

AUSTIN, Texas – Phoenix Suns All-Star guard Devin Booker exited Thursday’s contest against the San Antonio Spurs with right hip soreness, casting a shadow over the team’s playoff aspirations.

Booker’s Injury and Absence

Booker played just under nine minutes before being ruled out of the game, which the Spurs won 121-94. Suns coach Jordan Ott stated, He tried to go back out there… [Had to] save him from himself. [He] wasn’t moving great when he came back in. He initially returned to the game before ultimately heading to the locker room.

Before the injury, Booker had recorded 5 points and 1 rebound, shooting 0-of-2 from beyond the arc.

Recent Injury History

This latest setback comes after Booker recently missed seven consecutive games with a sprained right ankle. He had returned to play two games before Thursday’s matchup, and was previously held out for right ankle injury management on February 11th.

Impact on the Suns

The Suns (32-24) are currently in a tight race to avoid the Play-In Tournament. With Booker sidelined, the offensive burden falls heavily on Jalen Green and Mark Williams. The Spurs capitalized on Booker’s absence, with Victor Wembanyama, De’Aaron Fox, and Devin Vassell all scoring 20+ points.

“He felt good enough to come back in,” Ott said of the five-time All-Star. “And the first couple of times up and down, I didn’t notice anything. And then [I] definitely noticed there at the end of that second stint.”

Jordan Ott, Phoenix Suns Coach

Looking Ahead

Booker leads the Suns in scoring, averaging 24.7 points, 6.1 assists, and 3.9 rebounds per game. The severity of his hip issue is currently unknown. The Suns are scheduled to host the Orlando Magic on Saturday.

FAQ

• What is Devin Booker’s injury? Right hip soreness.
• How long will Booker be out? The duration of his absence is currently unknown.
• What is the Suns’ record? 32-24 as of February 20, 2026.

The Suns will need to navigate this challenging period without one of their key players as they push for a favorable playoff position. Updates on Booker’s condition will be crucial as the season progresses.