Empire of the Suns

Phoenix Suns head coach Monty Williams talks with Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22), guard Jev...
Kellan Olson

Monty Williams will take where Suns are at in unique training camp

The Phoenix Suns and Monty Williams have another unique season ahead in a different-looking schedule that will force them to adapt.
3 years ago
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Kellan Olson

Jae Crowder has old-school versatility in his team-friendly game for Suns

Phoenix Suns forward Jae Crowder spoke with the media through the team for the first time since signing a three-year deal.
3 years ago
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Kellan Olson

Chris Paul getting up-close look at what clicked for Suns in bubble

The Phoenix Suns started to practice on Saturday, so three days in, what does All-NBA point guard Chris Paul think of his new squad?
3 years ago
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Kellan Olson

Williams likes Suns’ depth options at guard; Carter felt ‘wanted’ in Phoenix

How Monty Williams deploys his guard rotation will be of much interest to those closely watching the Phoenix Suns this season.
3 years ago
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Kellan Olson

Suns practice for 1st time at new practice facility in new season

The Phoenix Suns practiced for the first time in the 2020-21 season on Saturday, thus marking another first for the team.
3 years ago
Phoenix Suns forward Dario Saric (20) drives against Golden State Warriors forward Dragan Bender (1...
Kellan Olson

Suns notebook: Saric wanted to return to Phoenix; Moore brings versatility

Phoenix Suns big man Dario Saric told reporters Friday that his first wish in restricted free agency was to come back to Phoenix.
3 years ago
Kelly Oubre Jr. #3 of the Phoenix Suns high fives Ricky Rubio #11 and Aron Baynes #46 during the se...
Kellan Olson

Departure of Rubio, Oubre in return for Chris Paul ‘tough’ for Suns players

Phoenix Suns players spoke for the first time since the team traded Ricky Rubio and Kelly Oubre Jr. as part of a package for Chris Paul.
3 years ago
Phoenix Suns' Devin Booker warms up prior to the start of an NBA basketball game against the Indian...
Kellan Olson

Devin Booker: ‘Big step’ for players wanting to join Suns in Phoenix

The Phoenix Suns added some notable names this offseason, and those names expressed a desire they had to join the franchise.
3 years ago
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Kellan Olson

Ayton thinks Chris Paul’s leadership is exactly what he, Suns need

Deandre Ayton was just about bouncing off the walls talking about how excited he is to play with the Phoenix Suns' new point guard, Chris Paul.
3 years ago
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Chris Paul, right front, stops Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) on h...
Kellan Olson

Chris Paul recognizes a similar basketball purist in Suns’ Devin Booker

Chris Paul spoke for the first time as a member of the Phoenix Suns and discussed his admiration for Devin Booker over the years.
3 years ago
Chris Paul #3 of the New Orleans Hornets talks with head coach Monty Williams during the NBA game a...
Kellan Olson

Monty Williams sees major growth in himself since last time he coached CP3

Phoenix Suns head coach Monty Williams spoke on his relationship with new point guard Chris Paul, the player he coached a decade ago in New Orleans.
3 years ago
Head coach Monty Williams of the Phoenix Suns talks with Devin Booker #1 during the second half of ...
Kellan Olson

Phoenix has never seen a Suns team like this one before

Head coach Monty Williams is leading a Phoenix Suns team that is unlike any other in the franchise's 52-year history in the Valley.
3 years ago
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Kellan Olson

Suns GM James Jones added proven, productive players in offseason

It's safe to say James Jones got what he wanted on his offseason shopping list, as he now has a deep, experienced Suns roster.
3 years ago
Deandre Ayton #22 of the Phoenix Suns is congratulated by Devin Booker #1 after making a three-poin...
Kellan Olson

Offseason power shift sees Suns rise in Western Conference

There's more to come, but the NBA offseason thus far has provided a good indication of the shift in the Western Conference.
3 years ago
Phoenix Suns' Devin Booker (1) and Cameron Payne (15) look on during an NBA basketball game against...
Kevin Zimmerman

Bulk of the Phoenix Suns’ roster rebuild is complete

When Phoenix Suns GM James Jones and vice president of basketball ops Jeff Bower began mashing the eject button last offseason, fit was the priority.
3 years ago
New Orleans Pelicans guard E'Twaun Moore (55) dishes off to guard Jrue Holiday (11) as Phoenix Suns...
Kellan Olson

E’Twaun Moore adds buckets to Suns’ 2nd unit, increases versatility

The Phoenix Suns brought in some offense and a needed boost to the second unit with the reported signing of E'Twaun Moore.
3 years ago
Referee Eric Lewis (42) looks on as Miami Heat's Jae Crowder (99) smiles after fouling the Boston C...
Kellan Olson

Jae Crowder brings much-needed experience, toughness to Suns

The Phoenix Suns further solified themselves as a playoff team for next season with the reported signing of Jae Crowder.
3 years ago
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Kevin Zimmerman

Jones: Even after Chris Paul trade, Suns feel good about returning core

GM James Jones believes that, despite the tough call to trade two key members for Chris Paul, the Suns can return a core group with a few upgrades.
3 years ago
Maryland Terrapins forward Jalen Smith (25) goes to the basket during the second half of the colleg...
Kellan Olson

Suns GM James Jones: Jalen Smith was ‘best fit’ for Phoenix in NBA Draft

The tape of big man Jalen Smith at Maryland did not immediately point toward a guy that fit the mold of what the Phoenix Suns target.
3 years ago
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Kellan Olson

Jalen Smith adds shooting, offensive upside to Suns’ frontcourt

Jalen Smith adds shooting to the Suns' frontcourt and has a chance to feature in a long-term pairing alongside Deandre Ayton.
3 years ago
Picks one through 30 are seen on the board at the conclusion of the first round during the 2018 NBA...
Kellan Olson

Empire of the Suns 2020 NBA Mock Draft: Ball up top, Bane to Suns

Empire of the Suns goes through the entire first round of the 2020 NBA Draft with a mock draft before the big night.
3 years ago
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Kellan Olson

The 5: Best bets for Suns’ No. 10 selection in 2020 NBA Draft

The Phoenix Suns have a type, a good sign for the culture and foundation they are trying to establish with Monty Williams and James Jones.
3 years ago
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Kellan Olson

End of Kelly Oubre Jr.’s memorable Suns stint leaves irreplaceable void

The arrival of Chris Paul to the Phoenix Suns also means the departure of Kelly Oubre Jr., one that will sting for quite a while.
3 years ago
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Kevin Zimmerman

What it means for the Suns to operate over the cap after Chris Paul trade

The fact that the Suns are reportedly going to work over the cap indicates that they still want to bottle last year's successful bubble run.
3 years ago