Empire of the Suns

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Kellan Olson

Frank Kaminsky’s stellar play continues in Suns’ 6th straight win vs. Blazers

Phoenix Suns center Frank Kaminsky is playing his best stretch of basketball as a member of the team and it's coming when the team needs it.
3 years ago
Mikal Bridges #25 of the Phoenix Suns slam dunks the ball against the Sacramento Kings during the s...
Kellan Olson

Devin Booker to Mikal Bridges in transition is Suns’ top connection

If the Phoenix Suns force a live-ball turnover, you should always look for Mikal Bridges. He's usually sprinting and getting a bucket.
3 years ago
Kellan Olson

Suns hold on against Kings for ‘funky’ win to make it 5 straight

The Phoenix Suns played a strong three quarters of basketball in Sacramento before nearly fumbling away a 22-point lead in the fourth.
3 years ago
Deandre Ayton #22 of the Phoenix Suns during the second half of the NBA game at Footprint Center on...
Kellan Olson

Suns notebook: Ayton remains out, grueling November stretch begins, new balls

It looks like Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton's got a right leg contusion that's going to linger for a bit longer.
3 years ago
Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns conclude homestand with composed win vs. Hawks

With the Suns winning their fourth straight game, a victory over the Hawks, it was a win that held the weight of the previous three combined.
3 years ago
Josh Hart #3 of the New Orleans Pelicans protects the ball under pressure from Jae Crowder #99 and ...
Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns embracing NBA’s more lenient whistles with physical defense

Offense is down across the National Basketball Association and one of the primary reasons is officials allowing more physicality on defense.
3 years ago
Landry Shamet #14 of the Phoenix Suns passes the ball during the first half of the NBA game at Foot...
Kellan Olson

Landry Shamet has breakthrough night as Suns’ 2nd unit tries to settle in

The Phoenix Suns' bench is off to a slow start after it was one of the biggest strengths of the team last season.
3 years ago
Damian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers passes the ball around Mikal Bridges #25 of the Pho...
Kevin Zimmerman

Yahoo!: Damian Lillard looked at Suns in decision to stay with Trail Blazers

Damian Lillard called Mikal Bridges his favorite NBA small forward and saw promise in how the Suns built a team from scratch.
3 years ago
Devin Booker #1 and Chris Paul #3 of the Phoenix Suns during the second half of the NBA game at Foo...
Kellan Olson

Chris Paul, Devin Booker await results of NBA’s investigation into Suns after ESPN report

Suns guards Devin Booker and Chris Paul both said they look forward to the NBA's investigation providing more clarity after ESPN's report.
3 years ago
Head coach Monty Williams of the Phoenix Suns reacts during the NBA game at Footprint Center on Nov...
Kellan Olson

Suns’ Monty Williams sensitive to severity of allegations in ESPN report, waiting for facts

Phoenix Suns head coach Monty Williams addressed ESPN's report on the organization and owner Robert Sarver prior to tip-off on Thursday.
3 years ago
New Orleans Pelicans guard Josh Hart (3) tries to shoot over Phoenix Suns forward Frank Kaminsky (8...
Kellan Olson

Frank Kaminsky proves again why he’s a valuable member of Suns’ roster

At the age of 28 years old, it feels like Phoenix Suns center Frank Kaminsky has found his niche in the NBA.
3 years ago
New Orleans Pelicans center Jaxson Hayes (10) strips the ball from Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker ...
Kellan Olson

Suns recover from brutal start to get past shorthanded Pelicans

The Phoenix Suns were asking for trouble with how they played in the first half but were able to complete a comeback to beat the Pelicans.
3 years ago
Kellan Olson

Deandre Ayton questionable for Suns due to right leg contusion, Cam Payne still out

The Phoenix Suns said Monday that center Deandre Ayton is questionable for Tuesday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans.
3 years ago
Jalen Smith #10 of the Phoenix Suns passes the ball up the court against the Los Angeles Lakers dur...
Kellan Olson

Jalen Smith pick the rare blemish on Suns’ record in quick rebuild

The Phoenix Suns reportedly declined the third-year option on Jalen Smith's contract, a nod to them making the wrong choice in the 2020 draft.
3 years ago
Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns find a bit of flow, jump all over Cavaliers for home win

The Phoenix Suns used a 50-12 run to dominate the Cleveland Cavaliers at home to snap a two-game losing streak.
3 years ago
Chris Paul #3 of the Phoenix Suns fights for a rebound against Jarrett Allen #31 of the Cleveland C...
Kellan Olson

Cavaliers’ size a wildcard for Suns to deal with on Saturday

The Phoenix Suns host the Cleveland Cavaliers on Saturday, a team that has started the season with a large starting lineup playing well.
3 years ago
Kellan Olson

Suns aware of current issues, work to be done after 1-3 start to season

Phoenix Suns head coach Monty Williams spoke on the areas the team needs to work on after a 1-3 start to the season.
3 years ago
Kellan Olson

Suns nearly pull off last-minute rally before falling to Kings at buzzer

The Phoenix Suns continue to struggle to find their form from last season that won them the Western Conference.
3 years ago
Kellan Olson

Kings’ offensive firepower presents good test for Suns’ recent defensive issues

The Phoenix Suns' defense hasn't been up to par three games into the season and they are hosting a Kings team with lots of offensive skill.
3 years ago
Head coach Monty Williams of the Phoenix Suns reacts during the first half of the NBA game against ...
Kellan Olson

Suns can tighten up during lengthy homestand after challenging open to season

The Phoenix Suns get an extended break at home after starting the season with three games in four days and a road back-to-back.
3 years ago
Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns get pounced on by Blazers in blowout loss

The Suns looked like they were back on the right track after beating the Lakers but they lost that against the Blazers the next night.
3 years ago
Kellan Olson

Chris Paul provides ‘jumpstart’ to Suns in bounce-back win over Lakers

Nothing like a little get right game, and that's what the Phoenix Suns got on Friday night in Los Angeles against the Lakers.
3 years ago
Denver Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr., center, is pressured by Phoenix Suns guard Cameron Payne...
Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns have uncharacteristic defensive performance vs. Nuggets

The Phoenix Suns made defensive mistakes in bunches against the Denver Nuggets in the loss for the season opener.
3 years ago
Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) looks to pass as Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon, right, de...
Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns begin season looking out of sorts in loss to Nuggets

The Phoenix Suns did not start the 2021-22 season with a win, and they didn't look like themselves all that much against the Denver Nuggets.
3 years ago