Empire of the Suns

Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns’ reserves bounce back in preseason win vs. Lakers

After a rough showing in the preseason opener, the Phoenix Suns' bench had a much better night in Wednesday's 119-115 win over the Lakers.
2 years ago
Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns stressing ‘habit stamina’ throughout preseason

The Phoenix Suns will be focusing on building back up their habits during the next three preseason games before the regular season.
2 years ago
Phoenix Suns forward Mikal Bridges, left, celebrates with forward Cameron Johnson (23) during the s...
Kellan Olson

The Twins: Mikal Bridges, Cam Johnson are Phoenix Suns’ heart and soul

Inside the bond between Phoenix Suns forwards Mikal Bridges and Cam Johnson that makes them known as The Twins.
2 years ago
Kellan Olson

Suns shockingly upset by NBL’s Adelaide 36ers in preseason opener

Well, take what you want from it, but the Suns' 134-124 loss to the Adelaide 36ers in the preseason opener was undeniably shocking.
2 years ago
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Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns’ open practice draws terrific turnout north of 10,000 fans

The Phoenix Suns' open practice at Footprint Center on Saturday drew well north of 10,000 fans, a huge jump in attendance from the year prior.
2 years ago
Cameron Johnson #23 of the Phoenix Suns attempts a three-point shot over CJ McCollum #3 of the New ...
Kellan Olson

Monty Williams confirms Cam Johnson will start for Phoenix Suns this season

It was more or less presumed to already be the case but Monty Williams on Thursday confirmed that Cam Johnson will be starting.
2 years ago
Chris Paul #3, Cameron Johnson #23 an Mikal Bridges #25 of the Phoenix Suns react during Game Four ...
Kellan Olson

Suns sprinting out of gates at camp thanks to continuity for players, coaches

An extended break in the offseason for the Phoenix Suns and even more continuity has them scrimmaging right away to start training camp.
2 years ago
Cameron Johnson #23 of the Phoenix Suns handles the ball against Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los An...
Kellan Olson

Cam Johnson ready for elevated role with Suns in Jae Crowder’s absence

While Jae Crowder's impact will be missed, Phoenix Suns wing Cam Johnson has proven he's ready and deserves to be a starter.
2 years ago
Dallas Mavericks forward Davis Bertans (44) gets fouled by Phoenix Suns forward Jae Crowder (99) du...
Kevin Zimmerman

What the Suns could get back in a Jae Crowder trade

Five potential landing spots for Jae Crowder and what the Phoenix Suns could get in return for the veteran.
2 years ago
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Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns moving forward from Robert Sarver report, mindful of victims

The Phoenix Suns will be sympathetic toward those affected by Robert Sarver's actions and words while moving forward and improving.
2 years ago
Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton speaks with the media at the team's media day (Photo by Jeremy Sc...
Kellan Olson

Subdued Deandre Ayton is ‘happy’ offseason got done, Suns matched

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton did not exude much energy at his media day press conference on Monday after an eventful offseason.
2 years ago
Phoenix Suns and Mercury owner Robert Sarver and wife Penny Sanders attend Game Two of the 2021 WNB...
Kellan Olson

Robert Sarver’s exit allows Phoenix Suns, others to move forward

The departure of Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver will let the franchise move into the future without doubt surrounding who represents it.
2 years ago
Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns reacts during the first half of Game One of the Western Confere...
Kevin Zimmerman

It would appear Devin Booker is a top-10 player in ESPN’s NBArank

Mikal Bridges moved up, Chris Paul and Deandre Ayton fell and Devin Booker appears to be in the top-10 of ESPN's annual NBArank.
2 years ago
Kevin Zimmerman

What NBA’s Adam Silver answered about investigation of Suns owner Robert Sarver

NBA commissioner Adam Silver on Wednesday met with team owners and then took questions from reporters about the Robert Sarver investigation.
2 years ago
General manager James Jones of the Phoenix Suns looks on after the game against the Miami Heat at F...
Arizona Sports

Suns could reset in 2023-24 as NBA expects salary cap jump

The NBA told its teams on Friday that it still expects to see a significant jump in the salary cap and tax level in the 2023-24 season.
2 years ago
Michal Michalak (POL),Dario Saric (CRO) during the FIBA EuroBasket 2025 Pre-qualifiers match betwee...
Kellan Olson

Dario Saric’s team-friendly game for Suns returns with Croatia in FIBA

Phoenix Suns center Dario Saric will be playing some big-time basketball in September for Croatia in FIBA EuroBasket 2022.
2 years ago
Chris Paul #3 and head coach Monty Williams of the Phoenix Suns talk during the second half of Game...
Kellan Olson

Suns shouldn’t be content with continuity after failed Kevin Durant pursuit

After the Nets announced they are running it back with Kevin Durant, will the Suns choose to do the same with their group?
2 years ago
Jae Crowder #99, Chris Paul #3, Mikal Bridges #25 and Cameron Payne #15 of the Phoenix Suns react d...
Kellan Olson

Initial impressions, observations from Phoenix Suns’ 2022-23 schedule

A few areas of the Phoenix Suns' 82-game schedule we can spotlight to keep an eye on throughout the regular season.
2 years ago
Ish Wainright #12 of the Phoenix Suns during the second half of Game Five of the Western Conference...
Kellan Olson

Ish Wainright returns to Phoenix Suns on 2-way contract, per report

The Phoenix Suns have agreed to a two-way contract with forward Ish Wainright, according to The Athletic's Shams Charania.
2 years ago
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Kellan Olson

Cam Johnson’s connection to Valley strengthens with 3-on-3 tournament

The Phoenix Suns' Cam Johnson can confidently call the Valley his second home and keeps finding ways to connect to the community.
2 years ago
Cameron Johnson #23 of the Phoenix Suns reacts after hitting a three-point shot against the New Orl...
Kellan Olson

Suns’ Cam Johnson hears trade rumors, focused on offseason growth

Phoenix Suns wing Cam Johnson hears the noise of trade rumors this summer and understands the business side of the NBA.
2 years ago
Kevin Durant #7 of the Brooklyn Nets looks on during the second half of the Eastern Conference 2022...
Kellan Olson

Will Phoenix Suns abandon team-building principles to land Kevin Durant?

The Phoenix Suns must decide how badly they want Kevin Durant and how long they are willing to wait to make it happen.
2 years ago
Tyson Carter #11 of the Phoenix Suns is fouled as he drives to the basket by Craig Sword #32 of the...
Kellan Olson

Summer Suns wrap up play in Las Vegas with win over Pacers

Phoenix Suns basketball came to a close this summer with an 84-69 win in Summer League play over the Indiana Pacers.
2 years ago
Ish Wainright #12 of the Phoenix Suns is fouled by Quenton Jackson #3 of the Washington Wizards dur...
Kellan Olson

Summer Suns fall to Kings; Ish Wainright’s future in Phoenix

The Phoenix Suns' second-to-last Summer League game was an 82-69 loss to the Sacramento Kings on Friday.
2 years ago