The absence of Isaac Jones due to illness for the Kings’ opener against the Suns adds to their frontcourt woes, with Keegan Murray and Domantas Sabonis also sidelined. As a result, Drew Eubanks and Dario Šarić are expected to see increased roles, with potential playing time for Dylan Cardwell. This lineup shuffle raises questions about the Kings’ interior defense and rebounding capabilities against a strong Suns team.