Suns reporter and co-host of Arizona Sports at Night

Kellan Olson

Kellan Olson is ArizonaSports.com’s beat writer for the Phoenix Suns and a co-host of the Empire of the Suns podcast, as well as the intermittent night show Arizona Sports at Night. You’ll also catch him covering other teams and frequently filling in on the day shows. After graduating from the University of Arizona in 2014, he began extensively covering the Suns on BrightSideOfTheSun.com before joining ArizonaSports.com a year later. He would like for you to send him photos of your dog(s) at his Twitter @KellanOlson.

Expertise

Sports writing

Podcasting

Sports radio hosting

Copy editing

Rating dogs 1 to 10

FIFA 2015 Ultimate Team

Certifications

Professional Basketball Writers Association member

Education

University of Arizona — Bachelor’s degree in communications

Glendale Community College — Associate’s degree in psychology

Desert Sage Elementary School — Three-time Field Day Free-Throw Competition winner

Achievements & Awards

Extensively covered and podcasted about the Phoenix Suns since 2014

Followed the Suns on the road during the 2021 NBA Finals run and subsequent playoff appearances

Credentialed for and covered the Diamondbacks’ 2023 postseason through to the World Series

Exchanged eye contact and a head nod with Emma Stone when she was at a Suns game that one time

Social Media Profiles

X: @KellanOlson

HABOOB | Jul 13, 2020
Looks like Richaun Holmes took the wrong advice from Kelly Oubre Jr.

Do not believe everything you read on the internet. Even from former teammates. Richaun Holmes learned that the hard way in the NBA bubble.
EMPIRE OF THE SUNS | Jul 13, 2020
NBA bubble presents challenges as Suns adjust to plenty of alone time

The NBA bubble forces teams to players and coaches to spend plenty of time isolated as they adjust to life in Orlando.
EMPIRE OF THE SUNS | Jul 12, 2020
Kelly Oubre Jr.’s status a mystery after reportedly being out for Orlando

The Phoenix Suns haven't ruled out wing Kelly Oubre Jr. despite a report that he's expected to be out for the eight games in Orlando.
EMPIRE OF THE SUNS | Jul 11, 2020
Suns’ Williams, D-backs’ Lovullo traded notes on return strategies

Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo reached out to his respective professional head coaches in the Valley to see how they plan to return.
EMPIRE OF THE SUNS | Jul 10, 2020
Suns’ Monty Williams impressed by NBA bubble after initial skepticism

The safety of 22 NBA teams and others is in the league's hands, and that rightfully had Phoenix Suns head coach Monty Williams a bit hesitant at first.
EMPIRE OF THE SUNS | Jul 9, 2020
Cam Payne, Monty Williams reunite with Suns, have ‘close’ relationship

New Phoenix Suns guard Cameron Payne found the right spot to prove he belongs in the NBA in reuniting with his former coach Monty Williams.
EMPIRE OF THE SUNS | Jul 9, 2020
Suns’ plan weeks in making underway as practice starts at NBA bubble

The Phoenix Suns held their first practice since the NBA season was put on pause in mid-March but they wouldn't comment on who was and wasn't there.
EMPIRE OF THE SUNS | Jul 9, 2020
NBA bubble food in Orlando ‘not that bad’ according to Suns’ Williams

The NBA bubble appears to have an issue with getting a certain level of quality food for its teams in Orlando. Monty Williams, though, said it's fine.
ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Jul 9, 2020
Vogt: D-backs prospect Varsho will have long career as everyday player

Give someone close to or in the D-backs organization time to talk about the team's prospects and it won't take long before they get to Daulton Varsho.
ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Jul 8, 2020
How 60-game season changes dynamic for D-backs pitchers, catchers

The Arizona Diamondbacks expect more direct tweaks to be made between pitchers and catchers with the added urgency of a 60-game season.
PHOENIX SUNS | Jul 8, 2020
Report: Former Suns guard Jamal Crawford agrees to deal with Nets

Former Phoenix Suns guard Jamal Crawford's long, long wait of returning to a NBA roster is finally over, as he will sign with the Nets.
ARIZONA CARDINALS | Jul 8, 2020
Raheem Mostert requests trade from San Francisco 49ers

The top dog in the NFC West has hit some slight turbulence. San Francisco 49ers running back Raheem Mostert has requested a trade, per his agent.
ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Jul 8, 2020
D-backs’ Luke Weaver feels strong, ready after injury-shortened 2019

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Luke Weaver doesn't sound like he's quite 100% yet, but he's ready for the 2020 season.
ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Jul 6, 2020
Sick D-backs OF David Peralta took 4 COVID-19 tests before returning

Diamondbacks outfielder David Peralta was not feeling well before the start of summer camp and had to test negative on four COVID-19 tests to return.
ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Jul 6, 2020
The 5: Key stretches for Arizona Diamondbacks over 60-game season

We now know how the Arizona Diamondbacks' 60-game sprint will look, and there are a few specific parts of it to keep an eye on.
EMPIRE OF THE SUNS | Jul 2, 2020
Suns’ Williams ‘blown away’ by Cam Johnson since returning from break

Suns head coach Monty Williams has already noticed that some of his young players have improved during the time the NBA season was on pause.
EMPIRE OF THE SUNS | Jul 2, 2020
Deandre Ayton trusts NBA to keep Suns safe from COVID-19 in Orlando

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton said the believes in the plan the league has to keep everyone safe in Orlando and trusts his team to follow the rules.
EMPIRE OF THE SUNS | Jul 2, 2020
Deandre Ayton enjoyed quarantine, is bringing killer mentality to Orlando

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton used the quarantine to connect with his family and detach from basketball, but he's returning with domination in mind.
EMPIRE OF THE SUNS | Jul 2, 2020
Suns’ Deandre Ayton: ‘Best feeling in the world’ is doubt from media, fans

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton is used to a certain level of criticism around him and his team, to the point where he embraces it.
EMPIRE OF THE SUNS | Jul 1, 2020
New Suns G Cameron Payne will have chance to earn rotation spot

Cameron Payne has really struggled in his NBA career, but the Phoenix Suns are still in need of finding a reliable backup point guard.
EMPIRE OF THE SUNS | Jul 1, 2020
Monty Williams happy to be back in Suns gym as team remains separated

Suns head coach Monty Williams is like many coaches across professional sports right now in figuring out how to lead without his group in front of him.
ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Jul 1, 2020
With Mike Leake opting out, D-backs feel ‘very good’ about pitching depth

The Arizona Diamondbacks have Merrill Kelly and Alex Young to help supplant the loss fo Mike Leake, who opted out of playing in 2020.
PHOENIX SUNS | Jun 30, 2020
Phoenix Suns sign 2015 1st-round pick G Cameron Payne

The Phoenix Suns have signed 2015 first-round pick Cameron Payne, the team announced Tuesday. It is reportedly a two-year deal.
ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS | Jun 28, 2020
Torey Lovullo is ready to use social distancing while arguing with umpires

There will be plenty of changes to baseball during the shortened 2020 season, and that includes how everyone will need to act during the heat of the moment.