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Empire of the Suns

Winging it: How the Suns’ future could look at small forward

The Suns need another wing as T.J. Warren enters the final year on his rookie deal, and the top of the 2017 NBA Draft could provide them with an answer.
7 years ago
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Kellan Olson

Empire of the Suns 2017 NBA Draft Big Board: Final edition

Empire of the Suns has their final big board for the 2017 NBA Draft, this time taking into account how a player would fit on the Phoenix Suns' roster.
7 years ago
Golden State Warriors forward Andre Iguodala (9) dunks over Phoenix Suns forward T.J. Warren (12) d...
Kevin Zimmerman

Report: Suns interested in Warriors’ soon-to-be free agent Andre Iguodala

Andre Iguodala could reportedly be a free agent target of the Phoenix Suns after the Golden State Warriors' NBA Finals appearance.
7 years ago
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Kellan Olson

Do the Suns need Kansas wing Josh Jackson to slip to No. 4?

Kansas wing Josh Jackson looks like the best fit for the Phoenix Suns, but there's a good chance he's off the board by the time the Suns pick.
7 years ago
Nebraska's Ed Morrow is defended by Indiana's OG Anunoby during the first half of an NCAA college b...
Kellan Olson

Lottery sleepers Anunoby, Ntilikina could fill Suns’ perimeter defense need

It's been a very long time since the Phoenix Suns had a high-quality player that did their best work defensively.
7 years ago
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Kellan Olson

Suns NBA Draft notebook: Hart, Motley and Kuzma intriguing in deep second round

The 2017 NBA Draft has a great crop of prospects because of its depth in two places --- at the top and bottom.
7 years ago
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Kellan Olson

After role at Arizona vanished, Kobi Simmons ready to build NBA Draft stock

Former Arizona freshman guard Kobi Simmons is looking for any signs of momentum in his draft stock after his playing time vanished.
7 years ago
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Kevin Zimmerman

Offensive thought: Lauri Markkanen, Malik Monk could be NBA Draft sleepers for Suns

Two darkhorse options for the Phoenix Suns in the 2017 NBA Draft are Arizona forward Lauri Markkanen and Kentucky shooting guard Malik Monk.
7 years ago
De'Aaron Fox, center, from Kentucky, listens to a question at the NBA draft basketball combine Frid...
Kevin Zimmerman

Kentucky’s De’Aaron Fox has upside despite being an imperfect floor general

De'Aaron Fox may not seem to fit with the Phoenix Suns, who pick fourth in the 2017 NBA Draft, but there's no denying he's a potential top-5 talent.
7 years ago
Duke forward Jayson Tatum (0) drives against Virginia Tech guard Chris Clarke (15) the first half o...
Kevin Zimmerman

Duke assistant Jon Scheyer makes the case for Jayson Tatum on the Suns

Don't like Jayson Tatum to the Phoenix Suns in the 2017 NBA Draft? Let Duke assistant Jon Scheyer convince you otherwise.
7 years ago
FILE - In this Jan. 21, 2017 file photo, Duke's Jayson Tatum (0) reacts following a basket against ...
Kellan Olson

Five reasons why the Suns might pass on Duke SF Jayson Tatum at No. 4

Many experts say Duke small forward Jayson Tatum could be the best player available for the Suns at No. 4, but there are reasons the Suns should stay away.
7 years ago
FILE - In this Jan. 23, 2017 file photo, North Carolina State's Dennis Smith Jr. (4) drives to the ...
Kellan Olson

Franchise PG not available at No. 4? Dennis Smith Jr.’s upside says otherwise

Point guard Dennis Smith Jr.'s upside might be too tempting for the Phoenix Suns to pass on at No. 4 despite having Eric Bledsoe and Tyler Ulis on the roster.
7 years ago
Florida State forward Jonathan Isaac (1) shoots next to Virginia forward Isaiah Wilkins (21) during...
Kellan Olson

Florida State forward Jonathan Isaac could be Suns’ best option at No. 4

Jonathan Isaac would fit in very well with the versatility the Phoenix Suns have on the interior already with Dragan Bender and Marquese Chriss.
7 years ago
Florida State's Jonathan Isaac (1) shoots over Pittsburgh's Michael Young (2) during the second hal...
Kevin Zimmerman

An NBA Draft steal for the Suns? ESPN model points to FSU’s Jonathan Isaac

Jonathan Isaac could be an option for the Phoenix Suns in the 2017 NBA Draft, and ESPN Analytics' Draft Model thinks he's worth a look at No. 4.
7 years ago
Duke's Jayson Tatum (0) reacts following a 3-point basket against Florida State during the first ha...
Kevin Zimmerman

Who and what are the Suns’ options after the lottery gave them the fourth pick?

The 2017 NBA Draft Lottery gave the Phoenix Suns the fourth pick in the draft. Who -- and what -- are their options from here?
7 years ago
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Kellan Olson

Takeaways from Phoenix Suns slipping to No. 4 in NBA Draft Lottery

Despite statistically getting the most likely outcome, Tuesday night was not a good night for the Phoenix Suns and their fans.
7 years ago
Kansas guard Josh Jackson (11) dunks against Baylor in the first half of an NCAA college basketball...
Kellan Olson

Empire of the Suns post-lottery NBA Mock Draft: Josh Jackson to Suns at No. 4

The 2017 NBA Draft Lottery is done and with it comes the clear order of the 2017 NBA Draft. With that in mind, it's time for an NBA Mock Draft.
7 years ago
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Kellan Olson

The 2017 NBA Draft Lottery is the Phoenix Suns’ most important day in years

In the 2017 NBA Draft lottery, there's more on the line for the Phoenix Suns than there has been since Steve Nash last donned the purple and orange.
7 years ago
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Kellan Olson

NBA Draft Combine notes: Round 2 combo guards, 1st-round sleepers

Friday's NBA Draft Combine saw several players stand out during the second and final day of 5-on-5 scrimmage play, including a few names from the Pac-12.
7 years ago
Kentucky guard De'Aaron Fox (0) shoots over Wichita State forward Rashard Kelly (0) during the seco...
Empire of the Suns

NBA Draft combine notes: De’Aaron Fox measures ‘meh,’ Suns have big options

De'Aaron Fox didn't measure as expected, while Hamidou Diallo's athleticism and Rawle Alkins' pick-and-roll play impressed at the 2017 NBA Draft Combine.
7 years ago
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Kellan Olson

Empire of the Suns NBA Draft positional preview: Point guard

The talk for months surrounding the Phoenix Suns has been the possibility of selecting a point guard with their first-round pick in this year's NBA Draft.
7 years ago
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Kellan Olson

Empire of the Suns NBA Draft positional preview: Shooting guard

The Phoenix Suns won't select a shooting guard in the first round of the NBA Draft, but there are plenty of names who could become key contributors in the second round.
7 years ago
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Empire of the Suns

2013 NBA re-draft: Giannis, Rudy and everyone else, including Alex Len

Empire of the Suns' 2013 NBA re-draft see Giannis Antetokounmpo go first and Phoenix Suns pick Alex Len fall down the board.
7 years ago
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Kellan Olson

Empire of the Suns NBA Draft positional preview: Small forward

Small forward is the position to watch for the Phoenix Suns in the NBA Draft for all three of their selections according to Empire of the Suns.
7 years ago