Empire of the Suns

Michal Michalak (POL),Dario Saric (CRO) during the FIBA EuroBasket 2025 Pre-qualifiers match betwee...
Kellan Olson

Dario Saric’s team-friendly game for Suns returns with Croatia in FIBA

Phoenix Suns center Dario Saric will be playing some big-time basketball in September for Croatia in FIBA EuroBasket 2022.
2 years ago
Chris Paul #3 and head coach Monty Williams of the Phoenix Suns talk during the second half of Game...
Kellan Olson

Suns shouldn’t be content with continuity after failed Kevin Durant pursuit

After the Nets announced they are running it back with Kevin Durant, will the Suns choose to do the same with their group?
2 years ago
Jae Crowder #99, Chris Paul #3, Mikal Bridges #25 and Cameron Payne #15 of the Phoenix Suns react d...
Kellan Olson

Initial impressions, observations from Phoenix Suns’ 2022-23 schedule

A few areas of the Phoenix Suns' 82-game schedule we can spotlight to keep an eye on throughout the regular season.
2 years ago
Ish Wainright #12 of the Phoenix Suns during the second half of Game Five of the Western Conference...
Kellan Olson

Ish Wainright returns to Phoenix Suns on 2-way contract, per report

The Phoenix Suns have agreed to a two-way contract with forward Ish Wainright, according to The Athletic's Shams Charania.
2 years ago
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Kellan Olson

Cam Johnson’s connection to Valley strengthens with 3-on-3 tournament

The Phoenix Suns' Cam Johnson can confidently call the Valley his second home and keeps finding ways to connect to the community.
2 years ago
Cameron Johnson #23 of the Phoenix Suns reacts after hitting a three-point shot against the New Orl...
Kellan Olson

Suns’ Cam Johnson hears trade rumors, focused on offseason growth

Phoenix Suns wing Cam Johnson hears the noise of trade rumors this summer and understands the business side of the NBA.
2 years ago
Kevin Durant #7 of the Brooklyn Nets looks on during the second half of the Eastern Conference 2022...
Kellan Olson

Will Phoenix Suns abandon team-building principles to land Kevin Durant?

The Phoenix Suns must decide how badly they want Kevin Durant and how long they are willing to wait to make it happen.
2 years ago
Tyson Carter #11 of the Phoenix Suns is fouled as he drives to the basket by Craig Sword #32 of the...
Kellan Olson

Summer Suns wrap up play in Las Vegas with win over Pacers

Phoenix Suns basketball came to a close this summer with an 84-69 win in Summer League play over the Indiana Pacers.
2 years ago
Ish Wainright #12 of the Phoenix Suns is fouled by Quenton Jackson #3 of the Washington Wizards dur...
Kellan Olson

Summer Suns fall to Kings; Ish Wainright’s future in Phoenix

The Phoenix Suns' second-to-last Summer League game was an 82-69 loss to the Sacramento Kings on Friday.
2 years ago
Deandre Ayton #22 of the Phoenix Suns slam dunks against the Dallas Mavericks during the second hal...
Kellan Olson

Deandre Ayton ripple effects for Suns: Kevin Durant, tax bill, flexibility

Deandre Ayton remaining a member of the Phoenix Suns after the team matched the Pacers' creates a few ripple effects for this offseason.
2 years ago
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Kellan Olson

Deandre Ayton’s return to Suns brings on required growth from both sides

The Phoenix Suns retaining Deandre Ayton means both the team and Ayton have some work to do to get the best out of the situation.
2 years ago
Deandre Ayton #22 of the Phoenix Suns walks off the court following the NBA game at Footprint Cente...
Kellan Olson

Complications from Deandre Ayton’s offer sheet are Suns’ own doing

The Phoenix Suns' poor decision to not max Deandre Ayton last October has reared its head after Ayton agreed to an offer sheet with Indiana.
2 years ago
Mason Jones #17 of the Los Angeles Lakers drives to the basket against Olivier Sarr #30 of the Phoe...
Kellan Olson

Olivier Sarr impresses, Summer Suns bounce back against Mavericks

The Phoenix Suns were tremendous in Friday's Summer League opener and got back to what worked in that win on Tuesday.
2 years ago
Louis King #10 of the Phoenix Suns drives to the basket against Johnny Davis #5 of the Washington W...
Kellan Olson

Summer Suns struggle offensively in loss to Wizards

The Phoenix Suns managed only 72 points in a Summer League loss on Sunday after a strong offensive outing in Friday's opener.
2 years ago
Scotty Pippen Jr. #1 of the Los Angeles Lakers is fouled by Ahmad Caver #4 of the Phoenix Suns duri...
Kellan Olson

Summer Suns gel early in Las Vegas with win over Lakers

The Phoenix Suns' summer league squad showed signs of strong cohesion in their first game on Friday against the Lakers.
2 years ago
Colorado guard McKinley Wright IV (25) drives past Arizona State guard Alonzo Verge (11) during the...
Kevin Zimmerman

ESPN’s Pelton names a Suns player to watch in NBA Summer League

Ish Wainright is the most likely Summer League player to make the Phoenix Suns roster, but McKinley Wright IV is another player to watch.
2 years ago
A Summer league logo is shown on center court during a game between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the...
Kellan Olson

Suns enter Summer League with another experienced, older roster

For the second straight year, the Phoenix Suns are approaching NBA Summer League unlike any other team.
2 years ago
Kevin Zimmerman

Atop Kevin Durant wish list, it’s complicated for the Suns and Heat

No matter what the Phoenix Suns can offer for Kevin Durant, it'll be a complex trade to actually pull off a trade with the Brooklyn Nets.
2 years ago
Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns warms up before a game against the Utah Jazz at Vivint Smart Ho...
Kellan Olson

Devin Booker’s latest commitment to Phoenix Suns further cements legacy

Phoenix Suns shooting guard Devin Booker continues to commit to the city and is on his way to becoming the top player in franchise history.
2 years ago
Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant (7) becomes entangled with Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul during ...
Kevin Zimmerman

How the Suns will have the Kevin Durant trade discussion

The Phoenix Suns have shifted into discussing a Durant acquisition at least internally just after noon in Arizona.
2 years ago
General manager James Jones of the Phoenix Suns watches warm-ups to Game One of the Western Confere...
Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns offseason checklist: What needs to get done in free agency

This is the most difficult offseason for Suns GM James Jones since he got the job in 2019 and I doubt he sees a tougher one in the future.
2 years ago
Kevin Zimmerman

Report: Suns opt against making Aaron Holiday restricted free agent

The Phoenix Suns will not extend a qualifying offer to backup guard Aaron Holiday, giving the team financial relief.
2 years ago
Dennis Schroder #17 of the Houston Rockets handles the ball against Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix ...
Kevin Zimmerman

Suns free-agency focus: Will there be a significant upgrade at guard?

The Phoenix Suns could shake up the backcourt to help Chris Paul and Devin Booker manage the load, but how likely is it via free agency?
2 years ago
Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) looks to pass over Toronto Raptors forward OG Anunoby (3) du...
Kevin Zimmerman

Deandre Ayton free agency market could be cooling with reported Pistons trade

The Detroit Pistons appear to have removed themselves from the Deandre Ayton chase days before free agency officially begins in the NBA.
2 years ago