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Suns' Tyus Jones: Stuffs stat sheet Saturday
Tyus Jones ended with 15 points (5-10 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, six assists and one steal in 29 minutes during Saturday's 103-97 win over the Trail Blazers.Jones scored a season-high 15 points in this contest, but as often happens with him, Jones' impact on the boxscore goes well beyond his scoring figures. This was his first game with at least 10 points, five boards and five dimes, and he's been doing a good job as the starting point guard in a star-studded offense. He's averaging 10.3 points and 6.8 assists per game to open the campaign.
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Suns' Tyus Jones: Team-high 11 assists Thursday
Tyus Jones chipped in seven points (3-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt), 11 assists and three rebounds across 33 minutes during Thursday's 125-119 victory over the Clippers.Jones led the Phoenix Suns with a team-high 11 assists Thursday. The 28-year-old has been a significant part of the lineup, playing 30-plus minutes in every game and dishing out seven or more assists three times. Through five regular-season outings, Jones has averaged 9.4 points, 7.0 assists, 3.6 rebounds and 1.8 steals-plus-blocks while shooting 46.3 percent from the floor across 32.4 minutes per game.
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Suns' Tyus Jones: Dishes out eight assists in opener
Tyus Jones provided 11 points (5-10 FG, 1-5 3Pt), two rebounds, eight assists, one block and two steals in 35 minutes during Wednesday's 116-113 overtime victory over the Clippers.Jones compiled an efficient stat line, premiering as the team's new point guard. Things didn't work out with the Wizards, but he joined a team without a true point guard and is set for a fresh start with a contender. Jones has no shortage of options at his disposal, so he should start racking up assists at a good clip with the Phoenix Suns. While his scoring might be lacking amid his prolific teammates, he's a great option if you're looking for a sleeper dime-dropper.
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Suns' Tyus Jones: Good to go
Tyus Jones (rest) will play in Thursday's preseason game against the Lakers.Jones was held out of Sunday's preseason game against the Nuggets for rest purposes but will be back in action Thursday for his team's final matchup of the preseason. Jones averaged 12.0 points, 2.7 rebounds, 7.3 assists and 1.1 steals in 66 appearances a season ago for the Wizards and is in line to begin the 2024-25 campaign as Phoenix's starting point guard.
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Suns' Tyus Jones: Won't play Sunday
Tyus Jones will be held out of Sunday's preseason game for rest purposes, Kellan Olson of ArizonaSports.com reports.Jones will get a night off alongside the rest of Phoenix's starters. His next opportunity to suit up will come Thursday against the Lakers.
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Suns' Tyus Jones: Drops seven dimes Tuesday
Tyus Jones scored seven points (3-5 FG, 1-3 3Pt) while adding a team-high seven assists and two steals over 20 minutes in Tuesday's 105-97 preseason win over the Pistons.The Phoenix Suns' new starting point guard looked comfortable in his role, helping Kevin Durant produce a game-high 21 points in only 19 minutes. Jones averaged a career-high 7.3 assists a game for the Wizards in 2023-24. However, given the wealth of offensive talent around him in Phoenix including Devin Booker and Bradley Beal, it wouldn't be surprising if the 28-year-old finds yet another level in that category this season.
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Suns' Tyus Jones: Expected to start at PG
Coach Mike Budenholzer said Friday that he expects Tyus Jones to step into the starting five to begin the season, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.Jones was acquired by the Phoenix Suns in free agency this offseason and is expected to replace Grayson Allen (ankle) in the starting lineup. Jones spent several years in Memphis before being traded to the Wizards last season. During his lone season in Washington, Jones averaged 12.0 points, 7.3 assists and 2.7 rebounds across 29.3 minutes per game -- all career highs.
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Suns' Tyus Jones: Inks pact with Suns
The Phoenix Suns signed Tyus Jones (back) to a one-year, $3.3 million deal Saturday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.The Suns have made it a priority to sign experienced players to boost their backcourt depth, adding Jones and Monte Morris this offseason. Jones is coming off a career-best year, during which he averaged 12.0 points, 7.3 assists, 2.7 rebounds and 1.1 steals across 29.3 minutes per game. While the 28-year-old will likely not get the same opportunities he did with the Wizards, his ability to score and move the rock will be invaluable for the Suns.
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Wizards' Tyus Jones: Won't suit up Sunday
Tyus Jones (back) is out for Sunday's game versus the Celtics.Jones will ultimately miss the final 16 games of Washington's season due to a sprained back. Jones will head into the offseason as an unrestricted free agent after averaging 12.0 points, 7.3 assists, 2.7 rebounds and 1.1 steals in 29.3 minutes across 66 appearances for the Washington Wizards in 2023-24.
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Wizards' Tyus Jones: Out again Tuesday
Tyus Jones (back) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves.Jones hasn't played since March 14 due to a back sprain. He has only two more chances to play this season -- Friday versus Chicago and Sunday in Boston.