Empire of the Suns

Mason Jones #17 of the Los Angeles Lakers drives to the basket against Olivier Sarr #30 of the Phoe...
Kellan Olson

Olivier Sarr impresses, Summer Suns bounce back against Mavericks

The Phoenix Suns were tremendous in Friday's Summer League opener and got back to what worked in that win on Tuesday.
2 years ago
Louis King #10 of the Phoenix Suns drives to the basket against Johnny Davis #5 of the Washington W...
Kellan Olson

Summer Suns struggle offensively in loss to Wizards

The Phoenix Suns managed only 72 points in a Summer League loss on Sunday after a strong offensive outing in Friday's opener.
2 years ago
Scotty Pippen Jr. #1 of the Los Angeles Lakers is fouled by Ahmad Caver #4 of the Phoenix Suns duri...
Kellan Olson

Summer Suns gel early in Las Vegas with win over Lakers

The Phoenix Suns' summer league squad showed signs of strong cohesion in their first game on Friday against the Lakers.
2 years ago
Colorado guard McKinley Wright IV (25) drives past Arizona State guard Alonzo Verge (11) during the...
Kevin Zimmerman

ESPN’s Pelton names a Suns player to watch in NBA Summer League

Ish Wainright is the most likely Summer League player to make the Phoenix Suns roster, but McKinley Wright IV is another player to watch.
2 years ago
A Summer league logo is shown on center court during a game between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the...
Kellan Olson

Suns enter Summer League with another experienced, older roster

For the second straight year, the Phoenix Suns are approaching NBA Summer League unlike any other team.
2 years ago
Kevin Zimmerman

Atop Kevin Durant wish list, it’s complicated for the Suns and Heat

No matter what the Phoenix Suns can offer for Kevin Durant, it'll be a complex trade to actually pull off a trade with the Brooklyn Nets.
2 years ago
Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns warms up before a game against the Utah Jazz at Vivint Smart Ho...
Kellan Olson

Devin Booker’s latest commitment to Phoenix Suns further cements legacy

Phoenix Suns shooting guard Devin Booker continues to commit to the city and is on his way to becoming the top player in franchise history.
2 years ago
Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant (7) becomes entangled with Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul during ...
Kevin Zimmerman

How the Suns will have the Kevin Durant trade discussion

The Phoenix Suns have shifted into discussing a Durant acquisition at least internally just after noon in Arizona.
2 years ago
General manager James Jones of the Phoenix Suns watches warm-ups to Game One of the Western Confere...
Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns offseason checklist: What needs to get done in free agency

This is the most difficult offseason for Suns GM James Jones since he got the job in 2019 and I doubt he sees a tougher one in the future.
2 years ago
Kevin Zimmerman

Report: Suns opt against making Aaron Holiday restricted free agent

The Phoenix Suns will not extend a qualifying offer to backup guard Aaron Holiday, giving the team financial relief.
2 years ago
Dennis Schroder #17 of the Houston Rockets handles the ball against Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix ...
Kevin Zimmerman

Suns free-agency focus: Will there be a significant upgrade at guard?

The Phoenix Suns could shake up the backcourt to help Chris Paul and Devin Booker manage the load, but how likely is it via free agency?
2 years ago
Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) looks to pass over Toronto Raptors forward OG Anunoby (3) du...
Kevin Zimmerman

Deandre Ayton free agency market could be cooling with reported Pistons trade

The Detroit Pistons appear to have removed themselves from the Deandre Ayton chase days before free agency officially begins in the NBA.
2 years ago
Phoenix Suns guard Cameron Payne, left, is hit in the face by Los Angeles Clippers forward Nicolas ...
Kevin Zimmerman

Suns free-agency focus: Wings, modern power forwards of note

The Phoenix Suns have been linked to Nicolas Batum before free agency and Thaddeus Young at past trade deadlines.
2 years ago
Phoenix Suns forward Frank Kaminsky (8) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers center Jusuf Nurkic (27)...
Kevin Zimmerman

Suns free-agency focus: The center market after Deandre Ayton

The Suns will be hampered by the financial situation depending on if Deandre Ayton returns to Phoenix or not.
2 years ago
Kevin Zimmerman

Deandre Ayton still Suns’ priority, says GM: ‘We want to keep it together’

Suns general manager James Jones said nothing has changed on the Deandre Ayton front over the past several weeks, from his seat at least.
2 years ago
General manager, James Jones of the Phoenix Suns before Game One of the Western Conference Second R...
Kellan Olson

GM James Jones clarifies ESPN article on Phoenix Suns’ draft strategy

Suns GM James Jones clarified an ESPN article that painted a detailed picture of the team's unorthodox practices in the NBA Draft.
2 years ago
Kevin Zimmerman

NBA Draft live blog: Pistons deal for C Jalen Duren in trade-heavy night

Visit ArizonaSports.com for Phoenix Suns coverage as they stand pat without a draft pick or move into the Thursday action.
2 years ago
Cameron Johnson #23 of the Phoenix Suns in the third quarter at Crypto.com Arena on April 06, 2022 ...
Kellan Olson

Cam Johnson ready for upcoming process, extension talks with Phoenix Suns

Phoenix Suns forward Cam Johnson discussed the contract extension he is eligible to receive this offseason and how he's approaching it.
2 years ago
Jamaree Bouyea #1 of the San Francisco Dons makes a move along the baseline while being defended by...
Kellan Olson

2022 NBA Draft targets for Phoenix Suns: Projected undrafted sleepers

Could the Phoenix Suns find a rotation player in the undrafted rookie free agent market after the 2022 NBA Draft?
2 years ago
Deandre Ayton #22 of the Phoenix Suns high fives Ish Wainright #12 after scoring against the Dallas...
Kellan Olson

Deandre Ayton’s Suns teammates want RFA C back, supporting him

A few of Deandre Ayton's teammates expressed support for him and a desire for the restricted free agent to stay with the Suns.
2 years ago
Andrew Nembhard #3 of the Gonzaga Bulldogs reacts after making a 3-point shot during the second hal...
Kellan Olson

2022 NBA Draft targets for Phoenix Suns: Bubble 1st-rounders

A savvy point guard and two do-it-all players are among the NBA Draft's bubble first-rounders who could interest the Suns.
2 years ago
E.J. Liddell #32 of the Ohio State Buckeyes jumps to shoot the ball in the first half of the game a...
Kellan Olson

2022 NBA Draft targets for Phoenix Suns: Mid-1st round possibilities

A few unique wing prospects could help the Phoenix Suns in they find their way into the mid-first-round of the 2022 NBA Draft.
2 years ago
Ochai Agbaji #30 of the Kansas Jayhawks cuts the net after defeating the North Carolina Tar Heels 7...
Kellan Olson

2022 NBA Draft targets for Phoenix Suns: Lottery fits

Ochai Agbaji leads a shortlist of potential NBA Draft Lottery selections that could interest the Phoenix Suns, if they deal for a pick.
2 years ago
Dario Saric #20 of the Phoenix Suns puts up a shot over Ivica Zubac #40 of the LA Clippers during t...
Kevin Zimmerman

Draft days for GM James Jones have shown Suns’ direction

The success has been hit-or-miss but one thing is certain: Draft day can tell us a lot about any new direction the Suns will be going.
2 years ago