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It was quite the spectacle when Nick Richards made his Phoenix Suns debut on Saturday. The former Charlotte Hornets big man excelled off the bench and posted 21 points, 11 rebounds, and one steal in Phoenix’s 125-121 win over the Detroit Pistons. Much of his hype came from coaches, teammates, and many others around the […]

The Phoenix Suns have been gaining steam over the last 10 games while stars Devin Booker and Kevin Durant look to lead the franchise to their first NBA Championship. All throughout the season, Four-time All-Star Devin Booker has also been rocking new PE colorways of his signature Nike Book 1 sneakers, many of which will […]

The Phoenix Suns were part of the next set of dominoes to fall in NBA trade season with the acquisition of Nick Richards in a trade with the Charlotte Hornets. The Suns were in need of frontcourt help and Richards certainly fits the bill. In fact, Nick Richards’ Suns debut was brilliant in the sense […]

Bradley Beal continues to land on the injury report for the Phoenix Suns. Although he played in the first game of the five-game road trip, Beal missed the Suns’ contest against the Washington Wizards with a left ankle sprain. Now, it’s more of the same, as he’s doubtful to play with that same injury. Unfortunately, […]

The Phoenix Suns were desperate to make a move to improve their team, which has been very underwhelming to this point in the season. Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal have struggled with injuries and the Suns have struggled with inconsistency overall, causing them to fall near the bottom of the playoff picture about halfway through […]

Washington Wizards rookie Bub Carrington had two full-circle moments in the past few days. Not only did the 19-year-old get his high-school jersey retired by Baltimore’s St. Frances Academy, but fellow DMV (D.C., Maryland, Virginia area) native Kevin Durant shouted him out after the Wizards’ 130-123 loss to the Phoenix Suns on Thursday night, via […]

Rebounding. The main issue that Phoenix Suns head coach Mike Budenholzer and the rest of the team have echoed. However, when the Suns swapped Josh Okogie for Nick Richards, some of those problems might go away. The 7’0 big man has averaged 8.9 points and 7.5 rebounds this season in 21 games. Also, he’s started […]

With Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler making his possible return Friday when the team hosts the Denver Nuggets, the drama has only amplified every day for the past several weeks. Besides contract disputes, one of Butler’s grievances has been his role with the offense which has received interesting details by ESPN that mention Phoenix Suns […]

As the Phoenix Suns traveled to the Nation’s Capital to take on the Washington Wizards, they didn’t know that Kevin Durant would have the biggest impact. Although he didn’t score as many points as Devin Booker in the 130-123 win, it was his mindset that prevailed. For starters, Durant returned home to Washington D.C. Following […]

When Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia took over as the majority owner, he immediately had Kevin Durant on his radar. The first-time NBA owner made an immediate impact right when he took over. The Suns made a blockbuster trade for Kevin Durant, which sent Mikal Bridges, Cameron Johnson, and four first-round picks to the Brooklyn […]

Kevin Durant may not be the most beloved NBA player due to his decision to join the Golden State Warriors back in 2016; this decision of his robbed their greatest rival, the Oklahoma City Thunder, of a fighting chance. But before his infamous free-agency move, Durant was universally admired, as he was leading a homegrown […]

The Phoenix Suns have been scrounging for answers any way they can after falling off in the standings after their brilliant 8-1 start to the 2024-25 season that had many believing that they were in for a bounce-back season. And in early January, the Suns decided that they were going to bench Bradley Beal and […]

When Nick Richards was traded to the Phoenix Suns, it addressed a very crucial need. Rebounding. No one felt it as much as Suns forward Kevin Durant. The all-star explained to AZCentral’s Duane Rankin during Thursday’s morning shoot around how Richards helps Phoenix mightily in the paint. “He’s a strong presence in the paint, a […]

The Suns have been inconsistent this year, but the Wizards have been awful this season entering this matchup. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Suns-Wizards prediction and pick. The Suns have disappointed almost as much as they did last year. They sit at 19-20 despite being littered with stars like Devin […]

The Houston Rockets are one of the league’s most surprising teams this season, and they’re looking to make their team better. On the other hand, the Phoenix Suns haven’t been the team that many expected, and they also want to make moves to improve their roster. In the middle of all of this is Devin […]

It had become abundantly clear in recent weeks that Nick Richards was the Phoenix Suns’ primary trade target ahead of the 2025 NBA trade deadline. After exploring avenues to add Richards from the Charlotte Hornets last season, Pthe Suns got a deal done for a player they have long admired at the cost of Josh […]

Phoenix Suns shooting guard Bradley Beal echoes one phrase before every media availability, press conference, or any opportunity to speak with reporters. “Praise my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.” However, the phrase is not simply one to look flashy or to be in touch with an audience. However, his faith is a lifestyle and is one […]

In a move aimed at bolstering their frontcourt, the Phoenix Suns have traded guard/forward Josh Okogie and three second-round picks to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for center Nick Richards and a 2025 second-round pick from Denver. Okogie then took to X to bid farewell to his team and fans in a short tweet. Suns […]

As soon as the winning high tide hits, another injury takes place, this time to Phoenix Suns shooting guard Bradley Beal. He’s been labeled as doubtful for Thursday’s game against the Washington Wizards with a left ankle sprain. If he misses the contest, it will be his 11th absence of the season. Injuries have bitten […]

The Charlotte Hornets are trading center Nick Richards and a second-round pick for the Phoenix Suns’ Josh Okogie and three second-round picks, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. As a starter, Richards is averaging 11.3 points, 10.2 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks in nine starts. While Okogie comes into Charlotte and can provide more depth at […]

As soon as the Phoenix Suns swapped Josh Okogie for Nick Richards with the Charlotte Hornets, Shams Charania took to X and explained how the new Phoenix big man fits in with his team. “Suns land much-needed help at center with Richards, who’s averaged 11.3 points, 10.2 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks in nine starts this […]

The Phoenix Suns are trading Josh Okogie and three second-round picks to the Charlotte Hornets for coveted big man Nick Richards and a second-round pick, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. The Hornets are sending Nick Richards and one 2nd round pick to the Suns for Josh Okogie and three 2nd round picks, per @ShamsCharania […]

On Tuesday evening, the Phoenix Suns dropped to 19-20 on the season with a road loss to the Atlanta Hawks. The game bizarrely marked the start of the Suns’ second Eastern Conference road trip in as many weeks, and was filled with the same roller coaster-like inconsistencies that have plagued Phoenix all year. The best […]

The Phoenix Suns reportedly would very much like to trade Bradley Beal, possibly for the Miami Heat’s Jimmy Butler, but Beal has a no-trade clause, which has loomed over any and all rumors involving Beal. With his no-trade clause, Beal can effectively veto any trade that includes him for any reason. That has seemingly become […]

The Phoenix Suns had their five-game winning streak snapped against the Atlanta Hawks, losing 122-117. There were a lot of things that went wrong for the Suns, but one of the things did not include Kevin Durant. The Suns’ star finished with 31 points, shooting 13-for-20 from the field. In the third quarter, Durant had […]

The beginning of the Phoenix Suns’ five-game road trip means an Atlanta return for head coach, Mike Budenholzer. The first-year head coach started his head coaching career with the Atlanta Hawks. He led the franchise to a 60-win season in 2015, before being fired. Then, he traveled to be the Milwaukee Bucks head coach. From […]

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green recently shared his thoughts on Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic during an episode of The Draymond Green Show with Baron Davis. Green commented on a recent altercation involving Nurkic during the Suns’ 98-89 loss to the Dallas Mavericks, which led to suspensions for Nurkic and two other players, Naji […]

These teams have had extremely similar seasons this year and sit with an identical 19-19 record. However, the Suns are playing well while the Hawks are not entering this game. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Suns-Hawks prediction and pick. The Suns have disappointed almost as much as they did last […]

The Phoenix Suns are currently in their second year of experimenting with the big three of Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, and Bradley Beal. By now, the team has realized that the team-up hasn’t been a great fit. In fact, Mike Budenholzer has already made Beal come off the bench. Although the Suns have a formidable […]

Phoenix Suns superstars Devin Booker and Kevin Durant will have some time on their hands before their Saturday game against the Detroit Pistons. Coincidentally enough, the Detroit Lions and Washington Commanders will square off in the NFC divisional round. Booker is a major Lions fan, and Durant is a big Commanders fan. Both grew up […]

Three consecutive wins is a good mark for the Phoenix Suns. Devin Booker and Kevin Durant have felt the tumultuous times this season. With injuries, and trade rumors, among other things outside of basketball creeping in, they’ve focused on keeping the main thing, the main thing. Last week, the Suns benched Bradley Beal and Jusuf […]

The Phoenix Suns have been plagued with the injury bug, this time with shooting guard Grayson Allen. The sharpshooter was ruled out of Sunday’s game against the Charlotte Hornets with left knee soreness, according to Suns sideline reporter, Amanda Pflugrad. Following 13 points in the first half, Phoenix will be without their microwave scorer. His […]

The Phoenix Suns are spiraling in a way that nobody expected this season. Injuries to both Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal have cost the Suns, and the team has struggled mightily when either one of them has been on the sideline. As a result, the Suns currently sit at just 18-19 and are in 11th […]

As one of several teams attempting lineup changes midway through 2024-2025, the Phoenix Suns and Mike Budenholzer decided to bench Bradley Beal and Jusuf Nurkic in favor of Ryan Dunn and Mason Plumlee. While the change has worked for Beal, the same cannot be said for Nurkic through the first five games. Beal has thrived […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Charlotte Hornets and the Phoenix Suns on Sunday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Hornets-Suns prediction and pick. The Phoenix Suns look to bounce back from a disappointing home loss to the Charlotte Hornets when the two teams meet again […]

Championship teams aren’t built overnight, and Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia knows that as well as anyone. Also, Kevin Durant has a deep understanding of that. However, the two men share different journeys to their respective championships. For starters, Ishbia was a part of the 2000 Michigan State Spartans national championship win. Conversely, Durant has […]

It’s rare for rookies not in the NBA draft lottery to make an immediate impact. However, Phoenix Suns rookies Ryan Dunn and Oso Ighodaro have gained the attention of Kevin Durant. Throughout the season, there’s been praise for the duo. At the beginning of the season, the Suns’ rookies fearlessness elevated the team’s morale. It’s […]

We’re set for another NBA betting prediction and pick as we break down Saturday’s slate of action with this upcoming game in the Western Conference. The Utah Jazz (9-27) will take on the Phoenix Suns (17-19) will Phoenix up 2-0 in the season series. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Jazz-Suns prediction and pick. The […]

The Phoenix Suns have been desperately searching for answers as to how to jolt their team out of the rut they’ve been in over the past few weeks. And one such remedy they’ve come up with is to demote Jusuf Nurkic to the bench, giving the center rotation spots to Mason Plumlee and rookie Oso […]