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Suns Rookies and Sophomores Review Weeks 11-13

By Khaleel Abdullah

SAN ANTONIO, TX - JANUARY 5: Josh Jackson #20 of the Phoenix Suns rebounds the ball during game against the San Antonio Spurs on January 5, 2018 at the AT&T Center in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photos by Mark Sobhani/NBAE via Getty Images)
SAN ANTONIO, TX - JANUARY 5: Josh Jackson #20 of the Phoenix Suns rebounds the ball during game against the San Antonio Spurs on January 5, 2018 at the AT&T Center in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photos by Mark Sobhani/NBAE via Getty Images) /
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This is the continuation of a series showing weekly updates for each of the Phoenix Suns’ rookies and sophomores. Due to, let’s say “technical difficulties,” this piece is for the 11th-13th weeks.

SAN ANTONIO, TX – JANUARY 5: Josh Jackson #20 of the Phoenix Suns rebounds the ball during game against the San Antonio Spurs on January 5, 2018 at the AT&T Center in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photos by Mark Sobhani/NBAE via Getty Images)
SAN ANTONIO, TX – JANUARY 5: Josh Jackson #20 of the Phoenix Suns rebounds the ball during game against the San Antonio Spurs on January 5, 2018 at the AT&T Center in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photos by Mark Sobhani/NBAE via Getty Images) /

The Suns went 4-5 (.444) over the last three weeks. Phoenix was victorious over the Grizzlies, Kings, Hawks and Thunder while they succumbed to the Sixers, Nuggets, Spurs, Rockets and Pacers. There were definitely some flashes from the youngsters. Let’s discuss.

Back of the Bench/Injured Players

Alan Williams is still in rehab mode but there was a recent update on him. Yahoo Sports stated he is hopeful to return at some point in February or March. Here’s to hoping we can see some fully healthy “Big Sauce” soon.

Davon Reed is no longer on the injury report. He played limited action in 4 games with the NAZ Suns as the final step in his recovery. The shooting wasn’t there as he only made 33% of his attempts and a low 19% of his treys to the tune of a mere 9 points per game. However, he did average 5.3 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1 steal and 1.5 blocks in only 22.8 minutes displaying his potential to be an all around guy. He debuted for Phoenix on Jan 14, although he only played 5 minutes and missed both of his shot attempts.

Alec Peters put up a beautiful 47-42-100 shooting line for 20.4 points per game in Northern AZ along with 6.4 rebounds. He played the last 2 games with Phoenix shooting 43% from the field, 33% from downtown and totaling 8 points.

Danuel House Jr played in 4 games in this 9 game stretch, making 3 of 6 treys (50%) for 4.8 points, 3.5 rebounds and 0.8 steals per game.

Let’s get to the main rotation guys.

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