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Empire of the Suns

ArizonaSports.com's Kevin Zimmerman and Kellan Olson break down the storylines surrounding the Phoenix Suns every week. From in-depth analysis to breaking news reactions, the Empire of the Suns podcast has you covered for everything Suns.
April 23, 2024

The Suns still turning the ball over as of Game 2 of the playoffs

The Timberwolves scored 31 points off turnovers as the Phoenix Suns fell apart in Game 2 of the first-round series.   (36:16)
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April 20, 2024

The T-Wolves look legit in Game 1 win against the Suns

Anthony Edwards went wild and the Phoenix Suns lost a lot of the key stats in a Game 1 first-round loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves.   (33:50)
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April 17, 2024

Suns get a full playoff series vs. the Wolves. How favorable is it really?

The Phoenix Suns somehow find themselves in a full playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, who they swept in the regular season. Can they continue stopping Anthony Edwa...   (49:50)
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April 12, 2024

The Suns are still getting worse

In the final week of the season, it looks like the Phoenix Suns have continued to get worse, whether it's due to basketball things or more.    (19:23)
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April 4, 2024

How much are we buying the Suns' spurts as the regular season nears its end?

The Phoenix Suns have shown signs of growth but haven't lost those periods of the bottom falling out. How are we judging them with six games left?   (43:23)
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March 30, 2024

It's looking a lot like the Phoenix Suns will be a play-in team

We take a peek at the Western Conference standings after an up-and-down week-plus for the Phoenix Suns. Plus, extended Cats Talk after the Arizona Wildcats tumble out of the NCAA Tournament in the Sweet 16.   (35:11)
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March 18, 2024

The we-don't-think-the-Suns-are-contenders podcast

It would appear the Phoenix Suns are that inconsistent team with too many holes to plug for good. We talk expectations, drastic last-minute changes, the Isaiah Thomas signing with a quick episode of Cats Talk to end things.   (36:11)
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March 14, 2024

Ranking the Phoenix Suns' toughest playoff matchups

We run through the top teams in the Western Conference to see if we agree on whether certain teams are good matchups or not against the Phoenix Suns if they were to meet in a playoff series.   (44:55)
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March 8, 2024

Bradley Beal gets some PG runs for the Suns

Devin Booker is out, but Grayson Allen is going off and Bradley Beal is working the point as the Phoenix Suns strung together a pair of wins after a concerning rough patch.   (23:10)
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February 28, 2024

It's go-time for the Suns as Bol Bol emerges

Bol Bol has forced his way into the Phoenix Suns' rotation. We cover the talent out in the Western Conference to explain why the Suns have to turn it up -- and now.   (33:08)
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February 21, 2024

What do the Phoenix Suns need to do to become true title contenders?

We go over what the Phoenix Suns need to do to get back into title contender status out of the NBA All-Star break, take questions about the roster and look at the daunting schedule.   (32:56)
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February 14, 2024

Suns get a G League team, Royce O'Neale shines, Phoenix found an ID

Did the Phoenix Suns find an identity in a win against the Sacramento Kings? We also touch on the first looks at Royce O'Neale, the Thaddeus Young reported signing and a G League team coming to Phoenix.   (43:55)
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February 8, 2024

Suns nab Royce O'Neale, David Roddy at the trade deadline - Feb. 8

The Suns traded four players and picks to add Royce O'Neale from the Brooklyn Nets and David Roddy from the Memphis Grizzlies. We react to that and give an NBA-wide peek of deadline day.   (30:04)
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February 5, 2024

A road trip is over: Now, a Phoenix Suns trade deadline preview

Bradley Beal and Jusuf Nurkic had big games in the back half of a long road trip that ended on a positive note before the Phoenix Suns enter the week of the NBA trade deadline. What assets and needs do they have?   (43:54)
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February 1, 2024

The Suns' fourth quarters make for a copy-paste podcast - Jan. 31

We discuss Dave King's lasting legacy, touch on Devin Booker's past struggles to make the NBA All-Star Game even as a reserve and dive into the perplexing fourth-quarter struggles.   (24:11)
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January 24, 2024

Kevin Durant is going off as Suns begin 7-game road trip - Jan. 24

Kevin Durant put together a pair of 40-pieces as the Phoenix Suns enter a seven-game road trip on a six-game winning streak.   (21:35)
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January 17, 2024

What to take from the Suns' historic comeback against the Kings

The Suns burned through a 22-point deficit in eight minutes to beat the Kings thanks to a small-ball lineup. What are we taking from that run and what are we taking from the poor three-plus quarters before it?   (30:36)
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January 10, 2024

If it walks like an average basketball team and quacks like an average basketball team ... - Jan. 10

The Phoenix Suns have been perfectly average. Their roster has mostly underperformed on an individual level. Two losses to the Clippers over their last four games reflected how far they have to go.   (30:59)
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January 3, 2024

Suns hit a hard stretch after the Big 3 gets run - Jan. 3

Kevin Durant is out against the Los Angeles Clippers, but he gave the Phoenix Suns a two-game stretch alongside Devin Booker and Bradley Beal to give fans a peek at the offensive boost when the Big 3 is healthy.   (28:06)
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December 29, 2023

Did the Suns' win against the Rockets settle things down?

The Suns ugly loss to the Mavericks on Christmas Night came along with a vague report from Woj about Kevin Durant's frustrations. A win against the Rockets settled the noise, but did it mean much?   (25:44)
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December 21, 2023

The Suns probably need to be in urgent mode

The Phoenix Suns' loss to the Blazers and a near-loss to the Wizards lead to concern. Can they fix things? Sure. But the team hasn't made progress and is now forced with playing c...   (18:58)
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December 15, 2023

The nuance of why the Phoenix Suns aren't in urgent mode yet - Dec. 15

The Phoenix Suns' Big Three debuted, but let's not let that loss to Mikal Bridges and the Nets send anyone into panic mode.   (32:40)
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December 4, 2023

Devin Booker's value and an NBA In-Season Tournament preview

The Phoenix Suns with Devin Booker at poin guard are 9-2 this year as they prepare to face the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA In-Season Tournament.   (34:18)
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November 22, 2023

Deandre Ayton and Chris Paul return to face the Phoenix Suns - Nov. 22

The Phoenix Suns hosted Deandre Ayton and are prepared to host Chris Paul. We break down the roster and those guys' starts for the Blazers and Warriors, respectively, before Kellan goes on a rant about the NBA In-Season Tournament.   (48:50)
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November 17, 2023

Bradley Beal is out 3 weeks, Devin Booker is back

Bradley Beal's back has set him aside for at least three weeks, just as Devin Booker returned from his own injury issues. How much are we panicking over the Suns' 5-6 start?   (43:59)
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November 1, 2023

Kevin Durant rides solo, Suns meet Wemby - Nov. 1

Devin Booker and Bradley Beal remain injured, and the Phoenix Suns found a high offensive gear before blowing a lead against Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs.   (20:42)
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October 27, 2023

Suns split first two games with Devin Booker and Bradley Beal banged up - Oct. 27

How much can we take away from the Phoenix Suns' split against the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors with Devin Booker and Bradley Beal now injured?   (30:21)
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October 23, 2023

Warriors-Suns and the start of a new era - Oct. 23

What are we looking most forward to watching as the Phoenix Suns begin their season against the Golden State Warriors and beyond? A look at the first set of games and what we're curious about.   (32:37)
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October 18, 2023

Empire of the Suns' 2023-24 NBA preview: Title picks, MVP predictions and more

We run down the major NBA awards to make predictions for MVP, most improved, sixth man, rookie and Finals teams for the 2023-24 season.   (01:04:08)
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October 13, 2023

Halfway through the Phoenix Suns' preseason - Oct. 13

What are our takeaways from the role players after three Phoenix Suns preseason games? We touch on everyone from Jusuf Nurkic to Nassir Little to Bol Bol.   (49:56)
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October 2, 2023

Basketball is back! 2023 Suns media day takeaways - Oct. 2

Chris Paul and Deandre Ayton are gone and the new-look Phoenix Suns assembled before training camp starts.   (30:46)
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September 27, 2023

Suns trade Deandre Ayton to Blazers as Damian Lillard heads to Bucks - Sept. 27

The Phoenix Suns got rid of their inconsistent center, dealing Deandre Ayton to the Portland Trail Blazers as part of the Damian Lillard trade to the Milwaukee Bucks.   (01:15:01)
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September 8, 2023

Amar'e and Matrix go into Suns Ring of Honor & USA loses in FIBA World Cup

Amar'e Stoudemire and Shawn Marion are going into the Phoenix Suns' Ring of Honor, and the guys talk about USA Basketball's disappointing loss to Germany in the FIBA World Cup.   (01:05:48)
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August 23, 2023

Deandre Ayton, Eric Gordon and FIBA play - Aug. 23

We talk what to take away from Deandre Ayton and Eric Gordon in FIBA Pre-Qualifying play, preview the FIBA World Cup and go over the Phoenix Suns' schedule.   (38:06)
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August 3, 2023

Tiers of the Western Conference, Part 2 - Aug. 3

It's the Suns and Nuggets at the top of the NBA's Western Conference. From there, it could be a mess of teams trying to challenge them in the top tier.   (46:52)
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August 3, 2023

Tiers of the Western Conference, Part 1 - Aug. 3

Before we get to the Phoenix Suns, Denver Nuggets and NBA contenders, we first take a look at the bottom-half of the Western Conference.   (49:58)
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July 17, 2023

Bol Bol traded to Suns, Cam Payne to Spurs - July 17

The Bol Bol signing went through as the Suns dealt Cam Payne to the Spurs and added more second-round choices.   (33:37)
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July 13, 2023

Suns Summer League reviews, Cam Payne-T.J. McConnell trade rumors and more - July 13

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman dive into Jordan Goodwin and Toumani Camara from the Vegas Summer League, discuss Mat Ishbia's involvement in the team and talk out the Cam Payne-for-T.J. McConnell report from Jake Fischer.   (42:48)
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July 3, 2023

Empire of the Suns live: Suns free agency breakdown part 2 – July 3

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman discuss which signing was the most important for the Phoenix Suns in free agency and if they still have needs they need to address in the coming weeks.   (43:29)
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July 3, 2023

Empire of the Suns LIVE: Suns free agency breakdown part 1 – July 3

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman discuss what the Phoenix Suns have done in free agency so far and whether they made enough moves to catch the Denver Nuggets.   (47:49)
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June 29, 2023

Bradley Beal's intro, Kyrie Irving's Suns rumor and an NBA free agency preview - June 29

Bradley Beal was introduced Thursday, but a Kyrie Irving reports involving the Suns came out of left field. How does Phoenix attack free agency?   (31:00)
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June 22, 2023

Suns take Dayton F Toumani Camara in 2023 NBA Draft - June 22

The Phoenix Suns didn't make a trade or splash, holding at No. 52 to select Dayton forward Toumani Camara on a day after they saw Chris Paul rerouted by the Wizards to the Warriors.   (53:38)
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June 21, 2023

2023 NBA Draft preview: Do the Suns trade Deandre Ayton? - June 21

Deandre Ayton is just about the only tradeable player left for the Phoenix Suns, but they could be active in the 2023 NBA Draft anyway.   (39:47)
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June 19, 2023

Empire of the Suns live: Bradley Beal traded to the Suns - June 19

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman go LIVE to discuss the Bradley Beal-Chris Paul trade and what happens now for the Phoenix Suns.    (01:06:00)
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June 19, 2023

Empire of the Suns live: Bradley Beal special with Gambo - June 19

John Gambadoro joins Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman to give the details of how the Chris Paul-Bradley Beal trade went down.   (43:10)
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June 18, 2023

Bradley Beal will be a Phoenix Sun as the Chris Paul era ends - June 18

Bradley Beal is set to be traded from the Washington Wizards to the Phoenix Suns.   (52:37)
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June 15, 2023

How the Suns rebuild their roster with Chris Paul, Deandre Ayton trades - June 15

Kellan Olson laid out in words how the Phoenix Suns might trade or waive Chris Paul and move Deandre Ayton to reshuffle the roster. We break it down in podcast form.   (57:53)
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June 7, 2023

Chris Paul might be waived by the Suns, possibly - June 7

A report about Chris Paul being told he will be waived by the Phoenix Suns is refuted just in time for Kevin's vacation to begin.   (27:05)
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June 6, 2023

Frank Vogel gets introduced, Suns fill his staff - June 6

Frank Vogel was introduced on Tuesday, Mat Ishbia spoke about the process with Burns & Gambo and the Suns have filled the coaching staff with Kevin Young and David Fizdale.   (23:43)
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June 2, 2023

Frank Vogel is the Suns' next head coach - June 2

Frank Vogel will replace Monty Williams as the Phoenix Suns' head coach. That gives the team a defensive identity, but what else could it mean?   (26:19)
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June 1, 2023

Suns coaching search creeps on, Monty Williams joins the Pistons - June 1

The Suns still are looking for a head coach for some reason, Monty Williams is joining the Detroit Pistons and a Nuggets-Heat NBA Finals overview.   (56:02)
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May 25, 2023

More finalists for Suns HC job? We think? -- May 24

Kellan Olson and Kevin ZImmerman go inside baseball on the inconsistent information being reported on the Suns' search for a new head coach before going over some of the new names to emerge.   (39:35)
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May 16, 2023

Why would Ty Lue leave the Clippers? Plus Suns roster problems - May 16

We discuss the unlikelihood of Ty Lue leaving the Clippers, look at the Suns' financial problems with their big contracts and then touch on Victor Wembanyama's best landing spots.   (01:06:59)
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May 13, 2023

Suns fire Monty Williams: It can be warranted and concerning - May 13

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman react to news of Monty Williams being fired. How it happened might be concerning, even if it is unsurprising. Ty Lue, Nick Nurse and Mike Budenholzer are the top candidates.   (35:23)
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May 11, 2023

Suns blown out in an elimination game again - May 11

The Denver Nuggets made quick work of the Phoenix Suns, but how similar was it to the 2022 Game 7 loss to the Dallas Mavericks?   (17:16)
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May 10, 2023

The Suns didn't show up in Game 5 vs. Nuggets - May 9

The Phoenix Suns' effort and focus were gone, Kevin Durant didn't meet the moment and now it's an elimination Game 6 in Phoenix upcoming.   (28:55)
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May 7, 2023

Duh, it's Devin Booker in a Game 4 Suns win. Plus, the 'Pushbia' - May 7

Devin Booker did what he wanted, Nikola Jokic topped 50 and Mat Ishbia flopped into a controversial topic.   (35:04)
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May 6, 2023

Suns take a must-win Game 3 vs. Nuggets w/ Luke Lapinski - May 6

Kellan Olson is joined by Luke Lapinski to discuss Phoenix winning its first game of the series against the Nuggets.   (37:53)
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May 3, 2023

How will the Suns react to Chris Paul's injury in Game 3 vs. the Nuggets? - May 3

Chris Paul is expected to miss about a week, so what lineup changes could the Phoenix Suns take a swing at starting in Game 3 against the Denver Nuggets?   (32:47)
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May 2, 2023

Chris Paul injures his groin and the Suns are on the ropes - May 1

Chris Paul pulled a groin, and despite progress from Game 1 to Game 2, the Suns face a daunting task after falling down, 2-0 in the Western Conference semis to the Nuggets.   (37:47)
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April 29, 2023

Suns' expected problems rear their heads in Game 1 vs. Nuggets - April 29

Defense, lapses and few contributions outside Kevin Durant and Devin Booker showed up for the Phoenix Suns as Jamal Murray led the Denver Nuggets to a Game 1 win in the Western Conference semifinals.   (36:50)
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April 28, 2023

Previewing the Suns-Nuggets matchup - April 28

We make our picks at the end but go through the matchups between the Suns and Nuggets. How different do they look than two years ago?   (32:55)
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April 26, 2023

Devin Booker remains good, Suns close out Clippers - April 26

Devin Booker scored 47 points again thanks to a 25-point third quarter and the Suns held off a rally by the Clippers to take the series.   (32:58)
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April 22, 2023

Suns show a tiny amount of progress in Game 4 - April 22

The Suns went up 3-1 on the Clippers with a strong defensive performance in Game 4. While it's still not especially pretty, there were teensy signs of progress as Chris Paul took ...   (28:12)
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April 21, 2023

Once again, Devin Booker drags Suns to ugly win in Game 3 - April 20

Kawhi Leonard was out for the Clippers, but Devin Booker still needed a star efforts for a disjointed Suns to pull out at 129-124 victory to go ahead 2-1 in their first-round playoff series.   (38:02)
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April 19, 2023

Devin Booker goes superstar mode in Game 2 - April 18

Devin Booker scored 38 points and the Phoenix Suns evened their first-round playoff series against the Los Angeles Clippers at 1-1. But the Clippers have made it clear this series could be a grind.   (39:29)
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April 16, 2023

How worried should Suns fans be after Clippers take Game 1? April 16

Kawhi Leonard rolled and the Clippers kept the ball out of Kevin Durant's and Devin Booker's hands to take Game 1.   (28:03)
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April 12, 2023

Previewing the Clippers-Suns NBA Playoff series - April 12

It'll be the Phoenix Suns and the Los Angeles Clippers. We talk Kawhi Leonard vs. Kevin Durant, and who might guard that Devin Booker guy.   (52:05)
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April 5, 2023

Who should the Suns want to face in the playoffs?

The Warriors, Lakers, Clippers and Pelicans all have a shot at landing the No. 5 seed to play the Phoenix Suns. Plus, how is the rotation looking heading into the final set of games?   (54:15)
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March 30, 2023

Kevin Durant's debut in Phoenix - March 30

The Suns pulled out a key win against the T-Wolves with Kevin Durant not looking like his usual self in a home debut at Footprint Center.   (24:38)
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March 26, 2023

The Phoenix Suns bench comes alive - March 26

What have we learned about the Phoenix Suns' bench as a stretch run in a competitive Western Conference comes with Kevin Durant's return expected this week?   (36:33)
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March 17, 2023

What is left to learn for the Suns? - March 17

What can the Suns fix up while Kevin Durant is out for the next two weeks? And can they hang onto a top-four seed in the Western Conference?   (39:41)
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March 10, 2023

The impact of Kevin Durant's ankle injury - March 10

Kellan Olson talks about watching Kevin Durant's pregame ankle turn. How big of a deal is him missing at least three weeks of time?   (28:20)
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March 7, 2023

Three games in, Kevin Durant looks good for the Suns - March 7

Kevin Durant is opening up the Suns' offense for Chris Paul and others. What are the next steps for the team and what flaws does Phoenix have to address?   (40:00)
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March 1, 2023

Kevin Durant's Suns debut went pretty well - March 1

Kevin Durant dropped 23 points in 27 minutes in his debut for the Phoenix Suns. It was smooth, but the defensive possibilities popped out more.   (44:44)
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February 23, 2023

How does Kevin Durant fit within the Suns' defense and offense? - Feb. 23

Kevin Durant should mesh with the Phoenix Suns well on offense. It's defense where the possibilities are intriguing, while the challenges with roster construction remain.   (34:19)
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February 16, 2023

Kevin Durant is introduced to the Valley - Feb. 16

Kellan Olson attends Kevin Durant's introduction -- with fans. We discuss that and the Terrence Ross addition to the Phoenix Suns.   (24:53)
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February 9, 2023

More on Durant, the Dario trade and and the trade deadline - Feb. 9

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman podcast for the third time in a 24-hour span as the Kevin Durant trade leads to the Dario Saric trade before the wild deadline passes.   (01:05:50)
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February 9, 2023

Kevin Durant is a Phoenix Sun - Feb. 9

It's a middle-of-the-night emergency pod after the Phoenix Suns traded a boatload, including Mikal Bridges and Cam Johnson, to the Brooklyn Nets for Kevin Durant.   (39:53)
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February 8, 2023

Mat Ishbia's introduction presser and a refuted Isiah Thomas report - Feb. 8

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman podcast after attending Mat Ishbia's intro press conference as owner of the Suns, and try to break down a squashed report about his intentions of hiring Isiah Thomas to the front office.   (33:24)
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February 6, 2023

Kyrie Irving to the Mavs and what the Suns' reported CP3 offer means - Feb. 6

The Phoenix Suns reportedly offered Chris Paul in a trade package before the Nets agreed to send Kyrie Irving to the Dallas Mavericks.   (35:46)
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February 3, 2023

Kyrie Irving and the Suns? It's apparently a thing - Feb. 3

Kyrie Irving wants out of the Brooklyn Nets and the Phoenix Suns are a potential suitor, according to reports. Is it, like, a good idea?   (19:25)
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January 31, 2023

Mikal trends up, D.A. trends down and a Suns trade deadline preview - Jan. 31

Mikal Bridges is still growing, and the Phoenix Suns have options -- not to mention big questions about Deandre Ayton -- before the NBA trade deadline. It's our trade deadline preview.   (57:19)
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January 25, 2023

Mat Ishbia's time is near, Mikal Bridges' midrange and the wild NBA standings - Jan. 25

Kellan and Kevin go quick-fire through Mat Ishbia's pending purchase, Mikal Bridges finding confidence in a bigger role and the Suns' crazy place in the Western Conference standings.   (33:10)
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January 18, 2023

Can we try to be optimistic about the Suns? Let's try - Jan. 18

The Phoenix Suns are struggling, but some health updates and the trade deadline nearing means there is hope for them to make a run upcoming.   (41:11)
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January 10, 2023

The Suns are injured, like really injured - Jan. 10

While the Suns have major injury issues, does it change anything about their philosophy heading into the NBA trade deadline? (The answer is no).   (36:29)
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January 3, 2023

How bad have the Suns been and where do they go from here? - Jan. 3

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman discuss the short-term problems and the long-term outlook for this version of the Phoenix Suns with the trade deadline in sight.   (58:50)
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December 29, 2022

Devin Booker is out a month and the Suns' defense is struggling - Dec. 29

The Suns' biggest problem has been their defense, which is now more under the microscope as the offense will hope to stay afloat with Devin Booker nursing a groin strain.   (21:37)
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December 20, 2022

Mat Ishbia reportedly will buy Suns from Robert Sarver

Kellan and Kevin react to the report of Mat Ishbia is finalizing a purchase of the Phoenix Suns from Robert Sarver.   (29:38)
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December 15, 2022

The very real Suns-Pelicans rivalry and Chris Paul's trajectory - Dec. 15

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman break down a very salty rivalry growing between the Suns and Pelicans, then discuss the Suns' recent woes and Chris Paul's struggles.   (52:01)
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December 8, 2022

What to take from the Suns' blowouts to the Mavs, Celtics - Dec. 8

Blowout losses against the Mavericks and Celtics have shifted the tone around the Phoenix Suns. Is it time to panic as Chris Paul returns?   (41:57)
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December 1, 2022

Suns roll, Book's 51 and Ayton's strong stretch - Dec. 1

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman touch on the Suns' strong stretch led by Devin Booker -- a potential MVP candidate -- and Deandre Ayton, among others.   (51:55)
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November 18, 2022

More Suns PF rumors, and Duane Washington enters the rotation - Nov. 18

As Twitter goes on the fritz, Jae Crowder maybe could be traded soon, while Duane Washington Jr. steps into the spotlight with Chris Paul injured.   (50:05)
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November 8, 2022

Who's going to be the Phoenix Suns' No. 2?

With Chris Paul aging and Cam Johnson injured, there's more pressure on Deandre Ayton and Mikal Bridges to take on a larger offensive load.   (33:10)
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October 31, 2022

It turns out the Suns are still the Suns - Oct . 31

The Suns' starting lineup is off to a hot start, but it's the bench that has been surprisingly strong through six games.   (38:48)
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October 24, 2022

Three games in: Suns learning not to lean on CP3 - Oct. 24

Chris Paul is easing into things, while Devin Booker and Deandre Ayton have carried the load. Meanwhile, Jock Landale and Damion Lee stand out off the bench.   (56:02)
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October 18, 2022

Cam Johnson doesn't get his extension before the Suns-Mavs opener - Oct. 18

Cam Johnson did not get his extension from the Phoenix Suns for a few reasons. That, a look ahead to the opener against the Dallas Mavericks and more.   (51:53)
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October 13, 2022

Pressure's on the Suns as the season nears - Oct. 13

The preseason's over. Kellan and Kevin talk Cam Johnson's potential extension, the state of the roster and preseason takeaways.   (51:09)
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October 7, 2022

Cams are injured, and what to make of 2 preseason games - Oct. 7

A loss to the Adelaide 36ers and a win over the Lakers to begin the preseason shed some light on what the Phoenix Suns reserve contributions could look like for 2022-23.   (36:18)
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September 30, 2022

The Deandre Ayton-Monty Williams void, and the Suns' continuity - Sept. 30

Deandre Ayton and Monty Williams have a problem between them, Cam Johnson will start and the Suns hope to make more tweaks because of their continuity.   (39:03)
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