Suns vs Mavericks: Dunn Out, Beal Probable

The Phoenix Suns will face the Dallas Mavericks on Friday in their second matchup of the season, with Phoenix having won the first game 114-102. The Suns lead the Western Conference with a six-game winning streak, while Dallas, the defending Western Conference champion, is fifth in the standings. Key players for the Suns include Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, and Bradley Beal, with Beal listed as probable for the game despite a right elbow sprain. Suns rookie Ryan Dunn, who has been a solid contributor, is out due to an ankle sprain sustained against Miami, leaving Royce O'Neale and Grayson Allen to fill in. Despite Dunn’s absence, the Suns are optimistic as they seek to extend their strong start to the season. The Mavericks will miss several players, including Dereck Lively II and Maxi Kleber, due to injuries.