Suns say Devin Booker has strain, will be evaluated
The initial news on Devin Booker appears to be somewhat encouraging.
Booker left Tuesday night’s Phoenix Suns-Toronto Raptors game late in the fourth quarter with what appeared to be a groin/thigh injury.
Oh, no. Devin Booker has to be carried off the court with what appears to be a groin injury. pic.twitter.com/V7IR2ixHla
— FOX Sports Arizona (@FOXSPORTSAZ) December 6, 2017
He had to be carried off the floor, which was a sign things were not good. The Suns later said Booker has a strained thigh muscle and will be evaluated further in Phoenix.
Injury Update: Devin Booker has a strained left adductor. He will be further evaluated when the team returns to Phoenix.
— Phoenix Suns (@Suns) December 6, 2017
Booker was having an off game, as he had shot just 4-of-15 with 19 points in 39 minutes. He’s averaging 24.5 points per game this season and has been Phoenix’s top player.