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The Chicago Bulls vs Phoenix Suns matchup is one of eight games on the NBA schedule for Monday. It's a battle of two teams who are on a roll and have climbed their respective conference standings over the last month. It's also their second meeting of the season, with the Suns getting a 116-115 overtime win in Chicago on Nov. 8.
Kevin Durant carried the load for Phoenix in their first matchup with Devin Booker out with an injury. Bradley Beal was available but was struggling, as he was coming from a long layoff. Grayson Allen came up huge for the Suns with 26 points, eight rebounds, four assists and two steals.
The Suns own an eight-game winning streak against the Bulls since Feb. 22, 2020. Monday's game is the 148th regular-season meeting between the two teams, with Phoenix slightly ahead, 76-71, in the all-time head-to-head matchup.
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Chicago Bulls vs Phoenix Suns Injury Reports for January 22, 2024
The Chicago Bulls are dealing with Lonzo Ball's injury since last season, with Zach LaVine's foot problems popping up last month. Nikola Vucevic missed some time earlier this month, with Coby White and Andre Drummond stepping up for the Bulls.
Meanwhile, the Phoenix Suns have been ravaged by injuries since the start of the season. Bradley Beal had his back and ankle issues, while Devin Booker's foot bothered him in the first month of the campaign.
Kevin Durant dealt with a sprained ankle but has stayed relatively healthy compared to the last three years.
Chicago Bulls injury report for Jan. 22
The Chicago Bulls have five injured players. Lonzo Ball remains out for a second season in a row, while Torrey Craig continues to deal with a right plantar fascia sprain. Zach LaVine is out for at least a week after suffering a sprained right ankle.
Andre Drummond and Patrick Williams could play despite being on the injury report. Onuralp Bitim, Henri Drell and Adama Sanogo are out, as they are spending time in the NBA G League.
Phoenix Suns injury report for Jan. 22
The Phoenix Suns are starting to become fully healthy after a rough first two months of the season. Bradley Beal, Kevin Durant and Devin Booker have played enough games together already, with the team winning seven of their last 10 games.
There are only two players on the Suns' injury report against the Chicago Bulls. Bol Bol and Damion Lee will remain out, nursing a sprained right foot, while Lee continues to recover from offseason surgery on his right knee.
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How to watch Chicago Bulls vs Phoenix Suns?
The Chicago Bulls vs Phoenix Suns game starts at 9:00 p.m. EST. The game will be televised on NBC Sports Chicago, Arizona's Family 3TV and Arizona's Family Sports.
It's also available via radio stations like SiriusXM NBA Radio across the United States, 670 The Score in Chicago and KMVP 98.7 and KSUN 1400 AM in Phoenix. Live streaming choices include FuboTV and NBA League Pass, which are paid subscriptions.
