Empire of the Suns

Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins (20) is fouled by Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson, left, durin...
Kellan Olson

Josh Jackson apologizes for missing event, addresses Suns’ image

Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson apologized Friday for missing an autograph signing that led to backlash two days prior.
5 years ago
Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade (3) shoots the ball against Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) dur...
Kevin Zimmerman

More touches necessary? Deandre Ayton is improving without them

Deandre Ayton's rim protecting has improved. Whether he's getting enough touches or not, the Suns appear to have a plan that's all about his development.
5 years ago
Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson (20) shoots against Miami Heat center Hassan Whiteside (21) durin...
Kellan Olson

Suns snap franchise-record 17-game losing streak, take down Heat

The Phoenix Suns caught fire offensively in the second half to beat the Miami Heat and snap a 17-game losing streak.
5 years ago
Cleveland Cavaliers' Collin Sexton, left, drives past Phoenix Suns' Tyler Johnson in the second hal...
Kellan Olson

Suns plagued by defensive issues before concerning end-of-season run

The Phoenix Suns are on the worst losing streak in franchise history with a quarter of the season still left.
5 years ago
Phoenix Suns guard De'Anthony Melton (14) looks to pass the ball to a teammate during the first hal...
Kellan Olson

Suns come back from ‘needed’ break; De’Anthony Melton set to return

The Phoenix Suns said the All-Star break was much-needed and could be getting starting point guard, De'Anthony Melton, back.
5 years ago
Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) and Devin Booker (1) in the first half during an NBA basketb...
Kellan Olson

Rare company: Suns could have NBA’s worst record in back-to-back years

The Phoenix Suns could have the NBA's worst record in back-to-back years. That's only happened twice in the past 25 years.
5 years ago
Duke forward Zion Williamson (1) drives to the basket past Texas Tech forward Tariq Owens (11) duri...
Kellan Olson

Empire of the Suns NBA Draft Big Board 2.0: Zion’s separation grows

In no surprise, Empire of the Suns' latest NBA Draft Big Board still has a clear gap between Zion Williamson and everyone else.
5 years ago
Los Angeles Clippers guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, left, blocks the pass of Phoenix Suns guard Tyl...
Kellan Olson

Suns’ losing streak reaches 15 games after falling to Clippers in ugly fashion

The Suns might have a few losses at the buzzer but it's mostly been an ugly 15-game losing streak and that continued against the Clippers.
5 years ago
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Kellan Olson

Suns’ Ayton has signature post moves, path to offensive dominance in sight

In his rookie year, Deandre Ayton is showing signs of a player who will dominate on the offensive end as he continues to mature.
5 years ago
Phoenix Suns Vice President of Basketball Operations James Jones does an interview with The Doug &a...
Kevin Zimmerman

The 5: Characteristics of James Jones’ Suns co-interim GM tenure

After the NBA trade deadline, Phoenix Suns co-interim GM James Jones discussed his job status, philosophies and the process ahead.
5 years ago
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Kellan Olson

The Suns didn’t panic at the NBA trade deadline — should they have?

The Phoenix Suns seem perfectly content with their current state after saying this is the reason they fired their general manager. Wait, what?
5 years ago
Phoenix Suns' Josh Jackson (20) attempts a layup as Utah Jazz forward Derrick Favors, right, defend...
Kellan Olson

Josh Jackson’s strong performance not enough for Suns to win on road

It's hard for the Phoenix Suns to get a win when they are short-handed, even when Josh Jackson has one of his best games of the season.
5 years ago
Miami Heat's Tyler Johnson (8) drives past Cleveland Cavaliers' Collin Sexton (2) in the second hal...
Kellan Olson

Tyler Johnson’s solid play doesn’t alleviate Suns’ long-term PG questions

Tyler Johnson is a dramatic upgrade for the next-best ball-handler behind Devin Booker but doesn't answer the Suns' long-term point guard questions.
5 years ago
Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) scores around Phoenix Suns forward Josh Jackson (20) during...
Kellan Olson

Harden dominates, Booker’s hamstring tightens up, Suns drop 11th straight

Devin Booker had his right hamstring tighten up while James Harden dominated in the Suns' 11th straight loss.
5 years ago
Houston Rockets' Brandon Knight, right, looks to pass the ball away from Golden State Warriors' Ste...
Kellan Olson

Brandon Knight embracing role with Rockets after trade from Suns

While the focus on Monday night in Phoenix is James Harden coming to town, Brandon Knight returns for the first time since being traded.
5 years ago
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Kevin Zimmerman

NBA trade deadline primer: What are the Suns working with?

A glance at the Phoenix Suns' roster, potential trade targets and the team's assets heading into the 2019 NBA trade deadline.
5 years ago
Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) has his shot blocked by Atlanta Hawks center Dewayne Dedmon (14...
Kellan Olson

Devin Booker’s terrific night topped by Trae Young in 4th, Suns fall to Hawks

Trae Young was ice-cold for most of the night, but got hot when it mattered with 17 fourth-quarter points in a 118-112 Hawks win over the Suns.
5 years ago
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Kellan Olson

Deandre Ayton shooting 3s; Devin Booker on player movement, ASG nods

Deandre Ayton appears to be getting closer to shooting 3-pointers for the Suns. Meanwhile, Devin Booker gave his thoughts on the madness around the NBA.
5 years ago
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Empire of the Suns

Examining Lonzo Ball, Jrue Holiday as potential Suns trade targets

Empire of the Suns examines two of the biggest names on the trade market before Thursday's trade deadline that the Phoenix Suns could target.
5 years ago
Phoenix Suns forward Mikal Bridges (25) in the first half during an NBA basketball game against the...
Kellan Olson

Suns’ Mikal Bridges keeping his side of bargain, showing extra potential

The Phoenix Suns paid a premium price to acquire the draft rights to Mikal Bridges and it looks like it's going to pay off.
5 years ago
Phoenix Suns' Devin Booker (1) drives against San Antonio Spurs' Marco Belinelli during the first h...
Kellan Olson

Inspired Booker performance not enough for Suns to beat Spurs

The Phoenix Suns got arguably Devin Booker's best performance of the season but it wasn't enough to beat the Spurs.
5 years ago
Lonzo Ball of the Lakers, Mike Conley of the Grizzlies and Jrue Holiday of the Pelicans could all b...
Kevin Zimmerman

Anthony Davis saga gives Suns more avenues to finding a PG

Along with Mike Conley, the Phoenix Suns could potentially pursue Lakers PG Lonzo Ball or Pelicans guard Jrue Holiday after Anthony Davis requested a trade.
5 years ago
Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker looks on from the bench during the first half of an NBA basketball ...
Empire of the Suns

Should the Suns have urgency to add a PG before the trade deadline?

Do the Phoenix Suns need to add a point guard before the trade deadline? Empire of the Suns discusses why the answer might be yes.
5 years ago
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Kellan Olson

Devin Booker outshined by Damian Lillard, Suns fall to Blazers

Portland guard Damian LIllard is a superstar and Phoenix guard Devin Booker not being one yet showed in the Suns' loss to the Blazers.
5 years ago