Royce O'Neale Injury Status Update for March 23rd, 2026
Royce O'Neale of the Suns has been ruled out and will not play today. Royce was previously listed as Questionable before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 4th game Royce has missed this season.
Royce O'Neale Season Averages
Royce's absence leaves a significant hole in the Suns rotation. Across 69 games this season, he's averaging 9.9 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game while playing 29.1 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29.1 | 9.9 | 4.8 | 2.8 | 8.3 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Royce O'Neale?
When Royce sits, other Suns players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, Collin Gillespie and Oso Ighodaro stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When Royce has been out this season, Collin Gillespie has averaged 7.9 more points per game.
PPG: +7.9
When Royce has been out this season, Oso Ighodaro has averaged 7.4 more points per game, 4.7 additional field goal attempts, 11.4 extra minutes and 2.9 more assists.
PPG: +7.4 | FGA: +4.7 | MPG: +11.4 | APG: +2.9
Full Injury Report — Royce O'Neale's Game
Here's the complete injury report for tonight's game. Both teams have key players dealing with various ailments heading into this one:
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We'll continue to monitor Royce's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Suns.