Cam Johnson has stepped up to be the man Suns needed in the absence of Devin Booker and Chris Paul, but now the forward goes down as well.
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Phoenix Suns just cannot catch a break from getting players out due to injuries as the post-season approaches. They are short of Chris Paul, who is probably out until the rest of the regular season, and Devin Booker who is due to COVID-19 Health and Safety protocols.
Cameron Johnson has taken care of the business for the Suns since their two All-Stars went out and has done it with perfection on the offensive side of the court averaging over 19 points in just 29 minutes in 4 games.
During his amazing 38 performance against the New York Knicks, which also included a game-winning buzzer-beater, Johnson suffered an injury in his quadriceps.
Cam Johnson said last night he took a knee to the quad from Mitchell Robinson when Robinson contested his layup. One of those charley horse-type deals that happens every now and then on that kind of play.
Here’s the play: pic.twitter.com/ftgtUvCNqJ
— Kellan Olson (@KellanOlson) March 5, 2022
Now before their Sunday afternoon game against the Milwaukee Bucks who are hungry to go on a winning run, former UNC forward has been ruled out.
Cam Johnson is out against the Bucks
Since Booker went out after their 124-104 thrashing of OKC Thunder, Cam Johnson has taken the scoring responsibility and has averaged close to 20 points in 4 games, leading the Suns to two crucial victories.
Cam Johnson last 4 games:
19.8 ppg 57% fg 52% 3pt fgTonight
38pts on 11-16 from the field with 9 3s
Only the second player in NBA along with Dame Lillard to hit 9 3s and and buzzer beater.This kid is special! pic.twitter.com/BF40j5Eupg
— FLEX From Jersey (@FlexFromJersey) March 5, 2022
The Suns will be hoping it’s not a serious problem that could keep him out after this game. Otherwise, they will struggle to keep their top status in the West safe. For now, being 8 games above Warriors, they have the luxury to give him a rest to recover well.
