Suns' Mason Plumlee to Start against Utah

Phoenix Suns Center to Make First Start of the Season

PHOENIX, Ariz. - Phoenix Suns center Mason Plumlee will make his first start of the season on Wednesday night against the Utah Jazz, the team announced Tuesday.

Plumlee, who has been backing up Deandre Ayton for the first six games of the season, will get the nod over Ayton, who is dealing with a sore ankle.

Plumlee Played well in Ayton's Absence

Plumlee has played well in Ayton's absence, averaging 10.2 points and 10.7 rebounds in 22.8 minutes per game. He has also shot 60.0% from the field.

The Suns are hoping that Plumlee can provide them with a similar level of production against the Jazz, who are one of the best teams in the NBA.

Important Matchup for Suns

The game against the Jazz is an important one for the Suns, who are 3-3 on the season and are looking to move up in the Western Conference standings.

A win over the Jazz would give the Suns a much-needed boost of confidence and would help them prove that they are a team to be reckoned with this season.