Empire of the Suns

Phoenix Suns Dragan Bender, left, challenges San Antonio Spurs LaMarcus Aldridge for the ball in th...
Kellan Olson

Despite the weak numbers, Suns rookie Dragan Bender is playing like a top-5 pick

We all have our own expectations, and the burden of being a top-five selection in the draft is grueling for Dragan Bender when you look at his statistics.
7 years ago
Phoenix Suns general manager Ryan McDonough will have the ability to move up or down the 2016 NBA D...
Kevin Zimmerman

Suns trade notebook: Ryan McDonough not looking to acquire late draft picks

Phoenix Suns general manager Ryan McDonough said he is not interested in acquiring late draft picks for core players this season.
7 years ago
Phoenix Suns guard Brandon Knight, center, drives to the basket between Portland Trail Blazers guar...
Kevin Zimmerman

There is little to no trade market for Suns G Brandon Knight

The Phoenix Suns could have a tough time dealing guard Brandon Knight before the trade deadline, according to Arizona Sports 98.7 FM's John Gambadoro.
7 years ago
Phoenix Suns forward Marquese Chriss (0) tries to shoot past San Antonio Spurs defenders Pau Gasol,...
Kevin Zimmerman

It’s clear Suns rookie Marquese Chriss has the building blocks

If you look closely, rookie forward Marquese Chriss is showing signs of progress halfway through the Phoenix Suns' season.
7 years ago
Phoenix Suns' Tyson Chandler and P.J. Tucker sit during the fourth quarter of the team's NBA basket...
Empire of the Suns

Grading the Seven Days of Suns Trade-mas: How likely are the deals?

In the past week and a half, we've posted seven different trade ideas to center a discussion around the polarizing possibilities surrounding the Phoenix Suns' roster until the Feb. 23 trade deadline.
7 years ago
Sacramento Kings' DeMarcus Cousins reacts to an official's call in the fourth quarter of an NBA bas...
Kellan Olson

Seven Days of Suns Trade-mas: The all-in move for Boogie

There is no reason for the Suns to trade for DeMarcus Cousins or a way they could offer enough to outbid others, but here's the cost of landing a superstar.
7 years ago
Phoenix Suns Devin Booker holds the ball back, under pressure from Dallas Mavericks Wesley Matthews...
Kevin Zimmerman

Devin Booker’s 39-point outburst in Mexico is a blueprint for success

Guard Devin Booker scored 39 points as the Phoenix Suns fell to the Dallas Mavericks in a visit to Mexico City on Thursday.
7 years ago
Philadelphia 76ers forward Nerlens Noel (4) loses the ball as Phoenix Suns forward TJ Warren (12) d...
Kellan Olson

Seven Days of Suns Trade-mas: Acquiring the disgruntled, promising big man

Ever since the 76ers drafted Jahlil Okafor, numerous people have been asking how the Phoenic Suns could trade for Nerlens Noel.
7 years ago
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Nike releases player exclusive shoes for Suns’ Devin Booker

Nike released a 2017 edition of its Zoom Rev kicks just days ago and followed that with a player's exclusive version for Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker.
7 years ago
Orlando Magic's Mario Hezonja (8) moves to get around New Orleans Pelicans' Lance Stephenson (5) du...
Empire of the Suns

Seven Days of Suns Trade-mas: Reshaping the guard rotation

Could the Phoenix Suns receive a former top-5 pick in exchange for trading Brandon Knight to the Orlando Magic? It's iffy.
7 years ago
Phoenix Suns guard Brandon Knight (3) drives against Minnesota Timberwolves guard Ricky Rubio (9), ...
Kellan Olson

Seven Days of Suns Trade-mas: The deal to get Brandon Knight to a rumored destination

The rumors of Phoenix Suns guard Brandon Knight being traded and the Sacramento Kings being interested in him have been swirling.
7 years ago
Phoenix Suns center Alex Len (21) is congratulated by center Tyson Chandler, left, after Len went t...
Kellan Olson

Seven Days of Suns Trade-mas: Trading Chandler, paving the way for Len

It's no surprise to see a new Phoenix Suns trade rumor popping up every week. The reasons for that reflects in this series.
7 years ago
Phoenix Suns center Tyson Chandler walks off the court after being ejected for arguing with referee...
Kellan Olson

Report: Portland Trail Blazers interested in Suns center Tyson Chandler

Phoenix Suns center Tyson Chandler reportedly has more interest on the trade market.
7 years ago
Phoenix Suns' P.J. Tucker gestures after being called for a foul during the second half of the team...
Kevin Zimmerman

Seven Days of Suns Trade-mas: Reuniting P.J. Tucker and Jeff Hornacek

Here's how the Phoenix Suns could theoretically move P.J. Tucker to the New York Knicks. Say Mindaugas Kuzminskas three times fast.
7 years ago
Dallas Mavericks' Deron Williams, left, works against Phoenix Suns' Brandon Knight for a shot oppor...
Kevin Zimmerman

Suns have slowed the pace, Bled the clock and defended of late

The Phoenix Suns have rested their legs for defense, (excuse the pun) Bled the clock and kept the ball out of their opponents' hands.
7 years ago
Phoenix Suns guard Eric Bledsoe, left, center Tyson Chandler, middle, and guard Brandon Knight, rig...
Kellan Olson

Seven Days of Suns Trade-mas: The deal to blow it all up

Trading Eric Bledsoe would be the move for the Phoenix Suns to blow up the roster and truly start from scratch. Moving him to Orlando could make sense.
7 years ago
Phoenix Suns guard Brandon Knight, left, pressures Toronto Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan during the f...
Kevin Zimmerman

Watson: Brandon Knight’s defense has led to his sparse minutes for Suns

Head coach Earl Watson said Phoenix Suns guard Brandon Knight's defense has led to his decrease in playing time in favor of Tyler Ulis.
7 years ago
Phoenix Suns' Jared Dudley watches as the final seconds wind down during an NBA basketball game aga...
Kellan Olson

Jared Dudley records fourth straight DNP in Suns’ loss to Jazz

Phoenix Suns forward Jared Dudley was starting at power forward at the beginning of his second stint with the franchise this season.
7 years ago
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Former Suns assistant Dan D’Antoni hilariously explains the importance of analytics

Marshall coach and former Phoenix Suns assistant Dan D'Antoni perfectly explained the value of analytics after a loss to Pittsburgh.
7 years ago
Houston Rockets center Nene (42) drives between Phoenix Suns forward Dragan Bender (35) and center ...
Kevin Zimmerman

Against Rockets, Suns rookie Dragan Bender records first career double-double

By recording a double-double, Dragan Bender finally got an opportunity to play a role made just for him as the Phoenix Suns fell to the Houston Rockets.
7 years ago
Portland Trail Blazers forward Maurice Harkless goes to the basket as Phoenix Suns forward Dragan B...
Kevin Zimmerman

Suns fans are already growing weary of the process

It's time for the Phoenix Suns to find Dragan Bender and Tyler Ulis playing time, be it by trade or cutting down the veteran players' minutes.
7 years ago
Phoenix Suns forward Dragan Bender (35), of Croatia, and Sacramento Kings guard Ty Lawson (10) batt...
Jon Bloom

Dragan Bender to the D-League? It’d be a rare, perhaps risky move

For everybody wondering why the Suns are utilizing their newly relocated D-League team for Dragan Bender, there might be more to it than meets your eye.
7 years ago
Phoenix Suns guard Eric Bledsoe, right, runs down the court after making a three-point basket over ...
Kellan Olson

Another great season from Eric Bledsoe leaves the Suns in a conundrum

The Phoenix Suns have had Eric Bledsoe in their starting backcourt for four seasons now, and he's been the best player on the team for three years running.
8 years ago
Phoenix Suns forward P.J. Tucker (17) works against New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony (7) in ...
Kevin Zimmerman

On a defensive hot streak, more challenges await Suns forward P.J. Tucker

The Phoenix Suns' victory over the Knicks should be marked as, at least, an affirmation that forward P.J. Tucker hasn't lost his old form.
8 years ago