Empire of the Suns

Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns looks on before a game at Vivint Smart Home Arena against the U...
Kellan Olson

It’s time to start placing the Suns’ Devin Booker in the MVP race

Suns guard Devin Booker's total impact on the best team in the NBA is easy to overlook but it's why he should be in the MVP conversation.
2 years ago
Phoenix Suns center JaVale McGee (00) rebounds over Houston Rockets forward David Nwaba (2) during ...
Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns grind through messy game, Chris Paul’s ejection to defeat Rockets

They all can't be pretty wins and that was the case for the Phoenix Suns when they beat the Houston Rockets on Wednesday.
2 years ago
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Kevin Zimmerman

For now, Suns are the most clutch team on record: What does it mean?

The Suns have the best clutch record and net rating in the clutch on record. Those stats trend well when looking at past playoff success.
2 years ago
Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) celebrates a basket during the second half of an NBA basketball...
Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns’ latest win in clutch comes through defense vs. Clippers

The Suns' success in the clutch has been well documented this year but Tuesday was a reminder it has just as much to do with their defense.
2 years ago
Aaron Holiday #4 of the Phoenix Suns shoots over Cole Anthony #50 of the Orlando Magic during the s...
Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns have rare home practice, get Aaron Holiday more acclimated

It had been over two weeks since the Phoenix Suns were able to practice in their own building and they got one in on Monday.
2 years ago
Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns cruise past Magic, offense’s shift into next gear continues

The Phoenix Suns' offense has been on a different level in 2022 and it produced 40 assists against the Orlando Magic.
2 years ago
Aaron Holiday #4 of the Washington Wizards reacts alongside Landry Shamet #14 of the Phoenix Suns d...
Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns keep faith in continuity, take smart chance on Aaron Holiday

The Phoenix Suns are trusting Cam Payne and Landry Shamet to work through their struggles and also added more depth to the backcourt.
2 years ago
Phoenix Suns forward Mikal Bridges (25) smiles as he celebrates a score against the Milwaukee Bucks...
Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns engulf Bucks with complete effort in Finals rematch

The Phoenix Suns fully sustained a strong two-way effort on Thursday night to eventually blow out the Milwaukee Bucks.
2 years ago
Devin Booker #1, Chris Paul #3, and Torrey Craig #12 of the Phoenix Suns take a moment later in the...
Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns run it back with Torrey Craig in no-brainer acquisition

The Phoenix Suns brought back Torrey Craig at the trade deadline, a move that makes all the sense in the world.
2 years ago
Cameron Johnson #23 of the Phoenix Suns and Georges Niang #20 of the Philadelphia 76ers chase a loo...
Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns complete comeback vs. 76ers, execute again in crunch time

The Phoenix Suns proved again on Tuesday night why they have the best record in the NBA and are the best team in the league.
2 years ago
Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns impose will on Bulls in strong road victory

The Phoenix Suns took it to the Chicago Bulls early and often on Monday in an impressive victory on the road.
2 years ago
Kevin Zimmerman

Shaquille O’Neal is officially a Phoenix Suns skeptic

Throughout the year on his TNT broadcasts, O'Neal has been apprehensive at best when discussing Phoenix's title chances.
2 years ago
Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns turn up defense to dominate Washington Wizards

The Phoenix Suns hate losing two games in a row and that mentality showed on Saturday night against the Wizards.
2 years ago
Mikal Bridges #25 of the Phoenix Suns handles the ball during the second half of the NBA game at Fo...
Kellan Olson

Next step in Suns’ evolution offensively starts with Mikal Bridges

If the Phoenix Suns stand pat at the trade deadline, Mikal Bridges' growth offensively is something they may need to win a title.
2 years ago
Indiana Pacers forward Justin Holiday, left, dribbles around Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) du...
Empire of the Suns

NBA trade deadline preview: Wings the Phoenix Suns should target

You can never have too many wings, right? The Phoenix Suns could add depth there before the trade deadline.
2 years ago
Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns’ winning streak ends at 11 after hot shooting from Hawks

The Phoenix Suns started a four-game road trip with a loss to the Atlanta Hawks that ended the team's 11-game winning streak.
2 years ago
Empire of the Suns

NBA trade deadline preview: Small-ball 5s the Phoenix Suns should target

The Suns' acquisition of Torrey Craig last season and the team's playoff run showed us the value of having a viable small-ball lineup.
2 years ago
Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) and guard Chris Paul (3) motion after Booker made a three point...
Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns bring playoff intensity to primetime win over Nets

The Phoenix Suns were due for what they got on Tuesday night and played like it, beating the Brooklyn Nets with playoff-level intensity.
2 years ago
Jae Crowder #99 of the Phoenix Suns reacts to an injury during the second half of the NBA game agai...
Kellan Olson

Jae Crowder planning to play through lingering wrist injury for Suns

Phoenix Suns forward Jae Crowder said Tuesday he has shifted his mindset with his wrist injury and will play through the lingering pain.
2 years ago
Empire of the Suns

NBA trade deadline preview: Ball-handlers the Phoenix Suns should target

The Phoenix Suns should be aggressive on the trade market and Empire of the Suns has a few ideas for some targets.
2 years ago
Kellan Olson

Small-ball lineup ignites Phoenix Suns past Spurs for 10th straight win

The Suns turned to small ball when they needed to on Sunday night and they thrived playing a style they have rarely used this year.
2 years ago
Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns’ offense explodes for season-best night vs. Timberwolves

It's open for discussion but the Suns' win over the Timberwolves has to be the frontrunner for the team's best offensive night of the season.
2 years ago
Phoenix Suns' Chris Paul, left, and Devin Booker (1) shake hands following their NBA basketball gam...
Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns keep winning formula going through Booker, Paul vs. Jazz

The Phoenix Suns can beat you in a whole lot of ways and lately it's been through strong performances from their All-Stars.
2 years ago
Owner Robert Sarver and general manager James Jones of the Phoenix Suns look on during the NBA pres...
Kellan Olson

James Jones’ expert execution as GM of Suns earns him well-deserved extension

Phoenix Suns general manager James Jones has transformed the organization and that made him more than worthy of a contract extension.
2 years ago