The Phoenix Suns visit the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday night. All eyes are on the injury report before tip-off, though. Grayson Allen and Mark Williams are both listed as questionable. Allen is dealing with a left hamstring strain and Williams is managing left foot soreness. Here’s everything we know about their injuries and playing status vs. the Thunder, as Phoenix prepares for a daunting postseason opener on the road.
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Suns injury concerns loom ahead of Game 1
The Suns visit the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday night for the opening game of their 2026 NBA Playoffs campaign. Unfortunately, their rotation may hinge on two critical health decisions. Grayson Allen remains questionable due to a left hamstring strain. He averaged 3.1 three-pointers made per game during the regular season. As such, Allen’s spacing is essential for Phoenix’s offensive ecosystem. That’s especially true alongside Devin Booker, Dillon Brooks, and Jalen Green. Without him, the Thunder can collapse defensively with less consequence. If Allen is sidelined, expect Collin Gillespie to absorb additional perimeter minutes.
Meanwhile, Mark Williams is also listed as questionable with left foot soreness. Since arriving in Phoenix, Williams has anchored the Suns’ interior defense and rebounding presence. Against a Thunder team with Chet Holmgren patrolling the paint, Williams’ availability could be pivotal. If he cannot go, Oso Ighodaro will likely shoulder a heavier workload, with Royce O’Neale potentially stepping in as a situational rim protector.
Suns outlook for Game 1
Entering the postseason as underdogs against the top-seeded Thunder is already a steep climb. That said, doing so at less than full strength only complicates matters. Oklahoma City has been one of the most consistent teams all season. Meanwhile, Phoenix is once again navigating late-season injury uncertainty. The Suns’ medical staff is expected to evaluate both Allen and Williams during pre-game warmups before making final decisions.
Head coach Jordan Ott has leaned on a “next man up” mentality all year. Of course, playoff basketball rarely rewards thin margins. Losing Allen’s shooting or Williams’ size could significantly impact Phoenix’s ability to keep pace. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 PM ET, and the final injury decisions may not come until minutes before game time.
Suns injury report
Grayson Allen – Questionable (Left Hamstring; Strain)
Mark Williams – Questionable (Left Foot; Soreness)
Thunder injury report
Thomas Sorber – Out (Right ACL; Surgical Recovery)
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