The Phoenix Suns are back in Emirates NBA Cup action Friday night, as they take on the Minnesota Timberwolves. Unfortunately they're going to have to try and earn what would be their second cup win - putting them in a good spot to qualify out of the group - without one of their best players, as Grayson Allen will miss the contest with a right quad contusion.
Allen's absence a massive blow for surging Suns.
The inability of Allen to suit up is a loss for several reasons, and there is no doubt he has been an integral part of the quietly impressive offensive game plan head coach Jordan Ott has put together.