“I’m gonna leave that between me and my team.” “My team understood the message that I gave them in the locker room. I don’t need to share all that with you.” An uncharacteristically short Frank Vogel on the Suns loss, accountability in the locker room, how it spiraled and more:
"It's high," Phoenix Suns' Frank Vogel admitted, referring to the team's frustration level
NBAWednesday, 10 April 2024 at 17:00
The Phoenix Suns, vying for crucial seeding in the NBA playoffs, faced a daunting challenge as they squared off against the Los Angeles Clippers in a highly anticipated matchup on Tuesday. However, the Suns' aspirations took a hit as they stumbled out of the gate, finding themselves in a deep deficit early in the game.
Despite the urgency of the contest for seeding purposes, the Suns seemed ill-prepared as they struggled to find their footing in the opening quarter. The Clippers capitalized on Phoenix's sluggish start, racing out to an imposing 37-10 lead by the end of the first quarter, leaving the Suns reeling and playing catch-up from the outset.
However, the Suns refused to succumb to defeat without a fight. Displaying resilience and determination, Phoenix mounted a spirited comeback effort in the second half, clawing their way back into contention and making the game competitive once again. Despite their valiant efforts, the early deficit proved insurmountable as the Clippers ultimately emerged victorious.
Reflecting on the team's performance, Suns head coach Frank Vogel acknowledged the frustration permeating the locker room but emphasized the unity and resolve of his players. Vogel declined to divulge the specifics of his halftime address to the team but affirmed their collective commitment to rallying together in the face of adversity.
"It's high," Vogel admitted, referring to the team's frustration level. "But we're manning together, and we're connected, and confident," he added, highlighting the cohesion and belief within the Suns' camp.
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Echoing his coach's sentiments, Suns star Devin Booker acknowledged his team's slow start and credited the Clippers for their readiness to compete. Booker conceded that the Suns were caught off guard by the Clippers' intensity and urgency, resulting in their early deficit.
"[They] just came in there ready to play, and we weren’t," Booker remarked candidly, acknowledging the disparity in readiness between the two teams. Despite the setback, Booker struck a confident tone, expressing his belief in the Suns' ability to regroup and refocus as they navigate the challenges ahead.
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