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Suns' center change coincides with first win streak and Rockets breakthrough.

A quick read on what changed — and what it means for the rotation.

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What happened

Phoenix has won two straight after a 1-5 start, and the latest victory came over Houston for the first time since the Kevin Durant trade to Texas.

The Suns also changed their starting lineup, with Oso Ighodaro replacing Khaman Maluach at center, and they are 2-0 since the switch.

LINEUP CONTEXT

The move gives Phoenix a new starting center combination, but the article says the on-court fit matters more than any confirmed minutes change.

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