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 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
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Coach Mike Budenholzer said Friday that he expects Jones to step into the starting five to begin the season, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.
Jones was acquired by the 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
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The Suns signed 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
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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 Wizards in 2023-24.
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Wizards' Tyus Jones: Out again Tuesday
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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.
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Wizards' Tyus Jones: Ruled out for Sunday
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Jones (back) won't play Sunday against the Raptors.
Jones will miss his 13th game in a row Sunday, and the point guard remains without a timetable for a return. Corey Kispert should continue to fill Jones' spot in the starting backcourt while Jordan Poole handles more of an on-ball role.
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Wizards' Tyus Jones: Still sidelined
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Jones (back) won't play in Friday's game versus the Trail Blazers.
Jones' absence streak will extend to 12 games Friday while dealing with a back lumbosacral sprain. There is no timetable for his return.
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Wizards' Tyus Jones: Out again Wednesday
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Jones (back) won't play Wednesday against the Lakers.
The Wizards have been mum on the status of Jones, who is set to miss an 11th straight game Wednesday with a lumbosacral sprain. The team will continue to update Jones' status on a game-by-game basis, but given the Wizards' status as non-contenders, it wouldn't be surprising if the veteran point guard has already suited up for the last time this season.
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Wizards' Tyus Jones: Will remain out Tuesday
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Jones (back) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Bucks.
Jones' absence streak will extend to double figures Tuesday. His next chance to suit up will come Wednesday versus the Lakers, but given the Wizards are out of the playoff picture, it wouldn't be surprising to see them be cautious with Jones and Kyle Kuzma (heel), who's slated to be sidelined for the fifth time over Washington's last nine games.
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Wizards' Tyus Jones: Another absence coming
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Jones (back) is out for Sunday's game versus the Heat.
Jones' absence streak will extend to nine games Sunday due to a back injury. His next chance to suit up is Tuesday's matchup with Milwaukee.
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Wizards' Tyus Jones: Another absence coming
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Jones (back) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Nets.
Jones' absence streak will extend to seven games Wednesday due to a back sprain. His next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Detroit.
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Wizards' Tyus Jones: Ruled out for Monday
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Jones (back) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Bulls.
Jones continues to deal with a back injury and will be unavailable for a sixth consecutive matchup. Jordan Poole (ankle) and Jared Butler are candidates to see increased roles in Jones' continued absence.
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Wizards' Tyus Jones: Will remain out Saturday
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Jones (back) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Raptors.
Jones is slated to miss a fifth straight game, and there's no timetable for his return. Jordan Poole (hip) had been starting in Jones' absence but is now dealing with an injury of his own. If Poole joins Jones on the sidelines, Jared Butler, Johnny Davis and Justin Champagnie would be candidates for increased roles.
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Wizards' Tyus Jones: Won't play Thursday
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Jones (back) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Kings.
Jones will miss a fourth straight game due to a lumbosacral sprain. Jordan Poole should continue to start in Jones' absence, while the latter's next chance to suit up will come Saturday versus the Raptors.
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Wizards' Tyus Jones: Remains sidelined Tuesday
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Jones (back) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Houston.
Jones continues to deal with a back injury, and he's been diagnosed with a lumbosacral sprain. As a result, he'll be unavailable for a third consecutive game. Jordan Poole will likely continue to start for Washington on Tuesday, while Jared Butler has seen additional playing time in Jones' absence.
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Wizards' Tyus Jones: Out again Sunday
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Jones (back) won't play Sunday versus Boston.
Jones will be sidelined for a second consecutive game due to back spasms, and his first absences of the season come at a crushing time for fantasy managers in weekly head-to-head matchups. Jordan Poole operated as a fill-in starter Saturday in place of Jones, delivering 13 points and eight assists in 23 minutes in the Wizards' 127-98 loss to the Bulls. Meanwhile, Jared Butler stepped into an elevated role as Washington's backup point guard, logging 22 minutes.
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Wizards' Tyus Jones: Ruled out Saturday
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Jones (back) won't play Saturday against the Bulls, Chuck Swirsky of the Bulls Radio Network reports.
Jones will miss his first game of the season Saturday, but it remains to be seen if he'll be able to return Sunday against the Celtics. With Jones sidelined, Jordan Poole could have even more responsibility directing the offense.
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Wizards' Tyus Jones: Unlikely to play Saturday
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Jones is doubtful for Saturday's game against the Bulls due to lower back spasms.
Jones will likely miss his first game of the season, but it could just be a maintenance day, as it's the first half of a back-to-back set. The point guard is averaging a career-high 7.3 assists per game on the season, and since the trade deadline (15 appearances), he's averaged 10.8 points and 10.5 assists per contest. Jordan Poole is a candidate to move into the starting lineup in Jones' absence, but the former has been thriving off the bench lately, so Washington may want to keep Poole in that role for now.
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Wizards' Tyus Jones: Thrives as playmaker again
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Jones amassed 12 points (5-9 FG, 2-5 3Pt), four rebounds, 16 assists and one steal in 38 minutes during Sunday's 110-108 win over the Heat.
Jones recorded his ninth double-double of the season, though it's worth noting that he's accomplished five of those since Feb. 12. Jones is taking advantage of a starting role, which he didn't have in Minnesota or Memphis, and he's delivering career-best numbers as a result. Jones is averaging 12.1 points and 7.3 assists per game this season.
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Wizards' Tyus Jones: Drains five threes in Monday's loss
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Jones supplied 21 points (8-11 FG, 5-8 3Pt), five rebounds, six assists and one steal over 30 minutes during Monday's 127-115 loss to the Jazz.
It was a strong bounce-back effort from Jones after he scored just 32 total points over the prior five games combined. The 27-year-old point guard hasn't let his shooting woes impact his distribution duties, though. Monday's six dimes tied for the fewest he's recorded since Jan. 10, and over the last 20 contests, he's averaging 11.7 points, 10.1 assists, 2.4 boards, 1.8 threes and 1.0 steals.
