After taking a year off of coaching, Frank Vogel’s time with the Suns is not going to start easy in terms of the schedule.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Phoenix will open its season on the road against the Warriors (Tuesday) and Lakers (Thursday). Vogel will get a chance in only his second game to return to his past coaching stop.
“I wouldn’t have it any other way,” Vogel said of playing two tough opponents right off the bat. “The harder it is early on (and) the more you’re tested, the more you’re forced to be near perfect to get Ws.”
Vogel discusses the opening games, why Devin Booker and Bradley Beal were limited in practice today, roster decisions, going back to Los Angeles and more in this media availability.
Quotes from Frank Vogel
"I limited Brad and Book with some minor stuff but they are good to go." – Frank Vogel on participation in practice and everyone's health status.
— Damian Adams (@TheRealDealwDA) October 22, 2023
Devin Booker (sore toe) and Bradley Beal (back tightness) were limited in today’s #Suns practice, says coach Frank Vogel
— Brendan Mau (@brendan_mau) October 22, 2023
"Made all decisions on all injuries on a case by case basis." – Frank Vogel on his approach to players injuries.
— Damian Adams (@TheRealDealwDA) October 22, 2023
"Play to win, but obviously you have a regular season rotation." – Frank Vogel on his approach to his rotation for opening night.
— Damian Adams (@TheRealDealwDA) October 22, 2023
Player Interviews from Today’s Practice
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Brendan Mau is a senior writer covering the Phoenix Suns and more for Burn City Sports. You can follow him on X via @Brendan_Mau
