Empire of the Suns

Referee Eric Lewis (42) looks on as Miami Heat's Jae Crowder (99) smiles after fouling the Boston C...
Kellan Olson

Jae Crowder brings much-needed experience, toughness to Suns

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

Jones: Even after Chris Paul trade, Suns feel good about returning core

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.
3 years ago
Maryland Terrapins forward Jalen Smith (25) goes to the basket during the second half of the colleg...
Kellan Olson

Suns GM James Jones: Jalen Smith was ‘best fit’ for Phoenix in NBA Draft

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.
3 years ago
Jalen Smith #25 of the Maryland Terrapins takes a foul shot during a college basketball game agains...
Kellan Olson

Jalen Smith adds shooting, offensive upside to Suns’ frontcourt

Jalen Smith adds shooting to the Suns' frontcourt and has a chance to feature in a long-term pairing alongside Deandre Ayton.
3 years ago
Picks one through 30 are seen on the board at the conclusion of the first round during the 2018 NBA...
Kellan Olson

Empire of the Suns 2020 NBA Mock Draft: Ball up top, Bane to Suns

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

The 5: Best bets for Suns’ No. 10 selection in 2020 NBA Draft

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.
3 years ago
Kelly Oubre Jr. #3 of the Phoenix Suns during the first half of the NBA game against the Utah Jazz ...
Kellan Olson

End of Kelly Oubre Jr.’s memorable Suns stint leaves irreplaceable void

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.
3 years ago
James Jones, Suns general manager (Matt Layman/Arizona Sports)...
Kevin Zimmerman

What it means for the Suns to operate over the cap after Chris Paul trade

The fact that the Suns are reportedly going to work over the cap indicates that they still want to bottle last year's successful bubble run.
3 years ago
Oklahoma City Thunder's Chris Paul shoots a free throw against the Phoenix Suns during the first ha...
Kellan Olson

Chris Paul gives Devin Booker top-tier help, pushes Suns into win-now mode

The Phoenix Suns have acquired 10-time All-Star Chris Paul in a trade that drastically changes the franchise, mostly in good ways.
3 years ago
Oklahoma City Thunder's Danilo Gallinari (8) passes the ball as Houston Rockets' James Harden, bott...
Kellan Olson

Free agency PF roundup: Potential veteran fits for Suns

The sense throughout the second half of last season and leading into the offseason was the Phoenix Suns wanted to upgrade at power forward.
3 years ago
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Kellan Olson

Grant Riller is NBA Draft’s most underrated prospect, ideal fit for Suns

Grant Riller still finds himself hopeful to land in the first round of the NBA Draft despite an unrivaled scoring resume in his class.
3 years ago
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Kevin Zimmerman

Thunder PG Chris Paul on Suns trade rumors: ‘Control what you can control’

As for Chris Paul saying he can only control what he can control, well, he can actually control quite a bit if he wants to land with the Suns.
3 years ago
Christian Wood #35 of the Detroit Pistons blocks a dunk attempt by Cam Reddish #22 of the Atlanta H...
Kellan Olson

Suns could strengthen frontcourt, interior play with Christian Wood

Do the Phoenix Suns want to continue making the frontcourt a priority in the offseason? If so, Christian Wood is an intruging option.
3 years ago
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Chris Paul (3) dives for a loose ball, beating Phoenix Suns forward Kel...
Kevin Zimmerman

The 5 things to know about Chris Paul and the Suns’ reported interest

What might it take for a Chris Paul trade to get done with the Thunder? How will it impact the Phoenix Suns' salary cap in the future?
3 years ago
Davis Bertans #42 of the Washington Wizards drives around Tony Snell #17 of the Detroit Pistons dur...
Kellan Olson

Davis Bertans’ high-level shooting could make Suns’ offense elite

The Phoenix Suns' offense could reach its highest levels since Steve Nash was in town if the team added unrestricted free agent Davis Bertans.
3 years ago
Picks one through 30 are seen on the board at the conclusion of the first round during the 2018 NBA...
Kellan Olson

NBA Draft reports: Patrick Williams moving up, Suns speak with Lewis

With the NBA Draft under two weeks away, take a look at some of the latest reports that could tie in to the Phoenix Suns' night.
3 years ago
Jerami Grant #9 of the Denver Nuggets with a slam dunk over Utah Jazz during double overtime at The...
Kellan Olson

Jerami Grant and the question of what versatility the Suns value

The question of how versatile Jerami Grant is on both ends is one that is particularly interesting from the Phoenix Suns' perspective.
3 years ago
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Empire of the Suns

Empire of the Suns’ 5×5 NBA Draft Preview: Bigs in 2020

Empire of the Suns concludes a look at 25 potential prospects the Phoenix Suns could select in the NBA Draft with five of the top big men.
3 years ago
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Empire of the Suns

Empire of the Suns’ 5×5 NBA Draft Preview: Darkhorse wings for 2020

Empire of the Suns continues to break down a group of 25 players in the Suns' range of the NBA Draft with a few names on the wing you should know.
3 years ago
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Empire of the Suns

Empire of the Suns’ 5×5 NBA Draft Preview: Wings in the running

Empire of the Suns is previewing the NBA Draft for the Phoenix Suns by looking at 25 total players over 5 different groups.
3 years ago
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Empire of the Suns

Empire of the Suns’ 5×5 NBA Draft Preview: Darkhorse point guards

Empire of the Suns is previewing the NBA Draft for the Phoenix Suns by looking at 25 total players over 5 different groups.
3 years ago
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Empire of the Suns

Empire of the Suns’ 5×5 NBA Draft Preview: Point guards in the running

Empire of the Suns is previewing the NBA Draft for the Phoenix Suns by looking at 25 total players over 5 different groups.
3 years ago
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Kellan Olson

Empire of the Suns NBA Draft Big Board 3.0: Final pre-draft rankings

With the NBA Draft coming up in mid-November, Empire of the Suns releases one final big board of potential fits for the Phoenix Suns.
3 years ago
Phoenix Suns' Jevon Carter (4) drives past Dallas Mavericks' Michael Kidd-Gilchrist (9) during the ...
Kevin Zimmerman

Suns guard Jevon Carter makes ESPN’s list of the top 25 NBA free agents

Phoenix Suns guard Jevon Carter found a niche last season, and while his numbers may be underwhelming, ESPN's Kevin Pelton projects that his value is high.
3 years ago