Once again, the Phoenix Suns will be without backup PG Cam Payne due to lower back soreness.
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Cam Payne (low back soreness) is out again for Game 3
— Gerald Bourguet (@GeraldBourguet) April 21, 2023
The Suns have definitely felt Payne’s absence this series, as they have struggled to find any consistency from their bench. This inconsistency has forced Monty Williams to play his starters for a bit longer than he would like.
Payne averaged over 10 points per game over the regular season but has not made an appearance in the playoffs yet.
However, Phoenix has no room to complain as the Clippers are far worse off when it comes to injuries. The Clippers will be without Kawhi Leonard for Game 3. PG Paul George is also still out due to a knee injury. Meaning, they will be without their two best players.
This pair of injuries has boosted the Suns to become -325 favorites to take a 2-1 series lead. Tip off will be at 7:30 at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
