Empire of the Suns

There's more to come, but the NBA offseason thus far has provided a good indication of the shift in the Western Conference.

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.

The Phoenix Suns brought in some offense and a needed boost to the second unit with the reported signing of E'Twaun Moore.

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

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.

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.

Jalen Smith adds shooting to the Suns' frontcourt and has a chance to feature in a long-term pairing alongside Deandre Ayton.

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

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.

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.