Golden State Warriors vs Phoenix Suns injury report: Who's playing, injured and questionable players, head-to-head records, team stats, and more (February 5, 2026)

The Golden State Warriors and Phoenix Suns met on February 5 with several key players unavailable. Instead of a matchup led by star guards, the game depended on depth and lineup adjustments.The standings added importance to the contest. Phoenix entered the night leading the Pacific Division, while Golden State was trying to stay within reach in the Western Conference playoff race.

Golden State Warriors vs Phoenix Suns Confirmed injuries and absences (February 5, 2026)

Both teams were without major contributors, which changed expected rotations.

Golden State Warriors - Out

• Stephen Curry: right patellofemoral pain syndrome. • Jimmy Butler III: right ACL tear, out for the season. • Seth Curry: back / left sciatic nerve irritation. • LJ Cryer: left hamstring injury management. • Kristaps Porziņģis: illness after his recent trade arrival.

Phoenix Suns - Out

• Devin Booker: right ankle sprain, sidelined for a seventh straight game after being injured on January 23. • Jalen Green: right hamstring injury management and left hip contusion. He was initially listed as questionable but did not play.Porziņģis and Cryer were also listed as questionable earlier before being ruled out.

With Curry and Booker unavailable, the game shifted away from star-driven offense.

Golden State Warriors vs Phoenix Suns Projected rotations and responsibility shift

Golden State Warriors relied on experienced players. Draymond Green handled playmaking duties and directed the defense. Brandin Podziemski took on more ball-handling responsibility and came in averaging 11.5 points, 4.6 rebounds and 4.0 assists with 1.2 steals per game. Al Horford moved into a larger frontcourt role, while Moses Moody and De’Anthony Melton provided perimeter support, with Melton trending toward availability.Phoenix leaned on scoring from the wing and outside shooting. Dillon Brooks led the group with averages of 20.4 points and 2.5 made threes. Collin Gillespie contributed 13.6 points and 3.3 threes while running pick-and-roll sets. Grayson Allen added 14.1 points with 2.7 threes per game. Mark Williams anchored the paint with 10.5 points, 7.6 rebounds and 1.1 blocks.Without their primary shot creators, both teams depended more on structured offense and secondary ball-handlers.

Golden State Warriors vs Phoenix Suns Head-to-head context and standings impact

The rivalry has remained competitive. Golden State controlled the series during its title runs, while Phoenix has closed the gap in recent seasons.The teams split their first two meetings this season. Phoenix won the December 18 game 99-98 after late free throws. Entering February 5, the Suns were 31-20 and first in the division. The Warriors were 27-24 and third.Scoring averages were close - 116.2 points per game for Golden State and 114.1 for Phoenix - and the rebounding numbers were similar, showing little separation between the teams.

Golden State Warriors vs Phoenix Suns Team stats snapshot

The numbers point to similar playing styles. Both teams score efficiently but can give the ball away.

Matchup factors shaped by injuries

Shot creation was affected on both sides with Curry, Booker and Green out. Butler’s season-ending injury also removed one of Golden State’s top perimeter defenders.The Warriors lacked size without Porziņģis and Kuminga, which gave Mark Williams a chance to influence the game on the boards. Outside shooting could also decide the result, with Allen, Gillespie and Brooks providing spacing for Phoenix while Golden State depended on Podziemski and its guard rotation.Also read: Is Stephen Curry playing tonight vs the Phoenix Suns? Latest update on the Golden State Warriors star's injury report (February 5, 2026)The game became a measure of roster depth. Phoenix looked to strengthen its position at the top of the division, while Golden State aimed to stay out of the play-in range.