Suns' F Cam Johnson injures knee, could miss extended time

Posted November 05, 2022 7:00 am

By DAVID BRANDT

Phoenix Suns' Cameron Johnson goes to the basket (23) untouched by any Houston Rockets during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb) The Associated Press

PHOENIX (AP) - Phoenix Suns forward Cam Johnson could miss extended time after injuring his right knee on Friday night.

Coach Monty Williams did not comment on the extent of the injury on Saturday before the team's game against the Trail Blazers. The Athletic reported that the Suns fear Johnson has a torn meniscus, but more tests are scheduled.

Johnson suffered the injury on Friday in the first quarter when he landed awkwardly while trying to plant his foot and run the other direction.

He immediately started limping and came out of the game shortly afterwards.

'œHe's a starter for us, so that's always a tough blow,'ť Williams said. 'œThat happens throughout the season. You just have to make your adjustments.'ť

Johnson has been a key contributor over the past few years and moved into a starting role this season. He's averaging a career-high 13 points and scored a season-best 29 points earlier this week in a win over the Timberwolves.

Johnson is in the final year of his rookie contract after failing to sign a long-term extension before the season. The Suns' ownership situation is in flux after Robert Sarver announced he would explore selling the team following his one-year suspension by the NBA over workplace misconduct that included racist speech and hostile behavior toward employees.

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Phoenix Suns forward Cameron Johnson (23) is fouled by Minnesota Timberwolves forward Taurean Prince (12) during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York) The Associated Press

Phoenix Suns forward Cameron Johnson drives as Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) defends during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York) The Associated Press

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