Empire of the Suns

Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks heads to the net as Kevin Durant #7 of the Brookly...
Empire of the Suns

Empire of the Suns’ NBA preview: Title favs, MVP picks and players to watch

Empire of the Suns podcast co-hosts Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman dive into the new year with this NBA-wide glance.
3 years ago
Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks to pass around Deandre Ayton #22 of the Phoenix Su...
Kellan Olson

Suns add unnecessary unease with no Deandre Ayton extension

It would appear the Suns are attempting to nickel and dime with their No. 1 overall pick from 2018, and that could backfire.
3 years ago
Kellan Olson

Phoenix Suns keeping practice gym lively leading up to season opener

The Phoenix Suns are using the right balance in their week of practices between the preseason and regular season.
3 years ago
Mikal Bridges #25 of the Phoenix Suns reacts to a three-point shot against the Brooklyn Nets during...
Kellan Olson

Mikal Bridges waiting like all of us for potential contract extension with Suns

When Phoenix Suns wing Mikal Bridges was discussing a potential new contract extension on Friday, a word he kept coming back to was waiting.
3 years ago
Kellan Olson

Devin Booker comes back like he never left in Suns’ preseason finale

Devin Booker made his preseason debut in the Phoenix Suns' last preseason game and the shooting guard played well.
3 years ago
Phoenix Suns players, Chris Paul and Devin Booker attend Game Four of the 2021 WNBA semifinals betw...
Arizona Sports

Devin Booker making preseason debut for Phoenix Suns vs. Blazers

Suns head coach Monty Williams said pregame Devin Booker is making his preseason debut on Wednesday against the Portland Trail Blazers.
3 years ago
Deandre Ayton #22 of the Phoenix Suns warms up before Game Six of the NBA Finals against the Milwau...
Kellan Olson

Deandre Ayton ‘disappointed’ to not have new extension done yet with Phoenix Suns

The Phoenix Suns have less than a week to agree to a contract extension with Deandre Ayton and he said he's disappointed.
3 years ago
Phoenix Suns forward Frank Kaminsky (8) and forward Dario Saric (20) celebrate with teammates durin...
Kellan Olson

Even without Dario Saric, Phoenix Suns have deep, versatile group of bigs

The Phoenix Suns are down one of their most important big men but have still managed to have depth and different skill sets in the rotation.
3 years ago
Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers loses control of the ball against Chris Paul #3 of t...
Kellan Olson

Suns roll past Lakers for 2nd straight win of preseason play

The Phoenix Suns' second unit gave a preview of the damage it could do this season in a strong preseason showing against the Lakers.
3 years ago
Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns greets Chris Paul #3 as he walks to the bench during the NBA pr...
Kellan Olson

Devin Booker continuing to ramp up, will miss 3rd straight Suns preseason game

Phoenix Suns shooting guard Devin Booker is still progressing his way toward being game-ready for the 2021-22 season.
3 years ago
Head coach Monty Williams of the Phoenix Suns looks on during the NBA preseason game at Footprint C...
Kellan Olson

Suns run open practice with thousands in attendance; Booker talks NBA 75 shoot

The Phoenix Suns ran an open practice on Friday, with thousands of fans attending the Footprint Center to see the squad.
3 years ago
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Kellan Olson

Suns strengthen bond with Mercury, happy to oblige with schedule change

The Phoenix Suns and Mercury try and take every opportunity to support each other, and a scheduling dilemma for Wednesday was no different.
3 years ago
Kellan Olson

Suns fueled by Paul, Ayton in preseason win over Lakers

The Phoenix Suns had Chris Paul and Jae Crowder make their preseason debuts and it made a big difference against the Lakers.
3 years ago
Jae Crowder #99 of the Phoenix Suns shoots against the Milwaukee Bucks during the first half in Gam...
Kellan Olson

Jae Crowder’s invaluable role in making Suns a winner, great defensive team

The Phoenix Suns return this season off a run to the NBA Finals, one that wouldn't have been possible without Jae Crowder.
3 years ago
Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton, left, reacts with head coach Monty Williams during the first hal...
Kellan Olson

Suns’ Williams on Ayton contract report: ‘That’s not how we do business’

It isn't every day you see a report come along on some internal happenings with the Suns like a report on Deandre Ayton's contract negotiations.
3 years ago
Kevin Zimmerman

Report: Suns reluctant to offer C Deandre Ayton max contract extension

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton will not sign less than a max contract extension offer, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
3 years ago
Kellan Olson

Suns sit Paul, Booker, Crowder in preseason loss to Kings

The Phoenix Suns started out the preseason with a loss to the Sacramento Kings, sitting starters Chris Paul, Devin Booker and Jae Crowder.
3 years ago
Mikal Bridges #25 of the Phoenix Suns reacts to three-point shot against the Utah Jazz during the f...
Kellan Olson

3-and-D to 3-level scorer: The case for Mikal Bridges’ scoring upside

Suns wing Mikal Bridges is the ultimate role player, but what if there is much more to his game? His numbers last year indicate there is.
3 years ago
Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns handles the ball against the Los Angeles Lakers during the seco...
Kellan Olson

Suns’ Devin Booker feeling ready to go after extended playoff, Olympic run

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker played a whole lot of basketball last season and the Suns said they'll be smart about ramping him back up.
3 years ago
A dejected Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns leaves the court following the team's loss to the LA...
Kellan Olson

Devin Booker confirms he’s fully vaccinated, returns to Suns after having COVID-19

Phoenix Suns shooting guard Devin Booker discussed his vaccination status and more after missing time due to COVID-19.
3 years ago
Kellan Olson

JaVale McGee brings ‘breath of fresh air’ to Suns roster

The Phoenix Suns are going to be able to replace the injured Dario Saric with a longtime veteran and suitable backup in JaVale McGee.
3 years ago
Deandre Ayton #22 of the Phoenix Suns reacts to fans as he exits game two of the Western Conference...
Kellan Olson

Deandre Ayton arrives at Suns camp in top shape with ‘big-time focus’

Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton enters Year 4 of his career with his highest level of conditioning and focus yet.
3 years ago
Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns warms up before Game Two of the NBA finals against the Milwauke...
Kellan Olson

Devin Booker staying in touch with Suns, keeping up while away with COVID-19

The Phoenix Suns are two days into training camp and their longest-tenured player remains away from the team.
3 years ago
Landry Shamet #13 of the Brooklyn Nets dribbles during the second half against the Atlanta Hawks at...
Kellan Olson

Suns’ Landry Shamet reunites with Monty Williams after forming bond with 76ers

The Phoenix Suns believe they can unlock more to Landry Shamet's game in addition to his off-ball shooting.
3 years ago