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Oklahoma City ThunderEarl Watson believes Russell Westbrook is only choice for MVP

When it comes to the MVP debate, Suns coach Earl Watson thinks that the only thing standing between Russell Westbrook and the honor is a question of his personality. Watson has been open about the fact that he looks at the Thunder star “like a little brother,” but he still believes that there’s no room […]

Phoenix SunsSuns coach Earl Watson sees Devin Booker as the next James Harden

Phoenix Suns head coach Earl Watson noted a resemblance between his shooting guard phenom Devin Booker and Houston Rockets superstar guard James Harden, who was out on Sunday nursing an injury. “I don’t know if I’ve said this publicly before, but he reminds me a lot of James Harden,” Watson said Sunday, according to Scott Bordow of the Arizona […]

Phoenix SunsEarl Watson is tougher on Devin Booker, more than anyone else in Phoenix

In his first year as an NBA head coach, Earl Watson of the Phoenix Suns made a statement very early. He made second year guard, Devin Booker his starter, benching $70M man, Brandon Knight in the process. With a roster full of promise, but still raw with youth and inexperience, Watson opted for the 6-foot-6 […]

Phoenix SunsEarl Watson saw potential in James Harden, Russell Westbrook before most NBA franchises had eyes on them

Phoenix Suns head coach Earl Watson was the one individual who saw rough diamonds before they were polished and took shape, before they were held up and shined from every angle, back when all they had was promise. Those diamonds in the rough were Los Angeles area standouts James Harden and Russell Westbrook, who prior to […]

Phoenix SunsSuns coach Earl Watson: 'Marijuana can be a slippery slope'

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr caught some off guard when he admitted to trying marijuana for medicinal purposes for his chronic back pain over the last two years. It’s gotten people thinking and talking about marijuana and the NBA’s drug policy. Phoenix Suns head coach Earl Watson weighed in on the topic after […]

Phoenix SunsEarl Watson is full of praise for Alex Len

During the unfortunate absence of Tyson Chandler, the Phoenix Suns have relied on the inside presence of Ukrainian center Alex Len to fill the void. Len is living up to the task so far; the 23-year-old has averaged 11.8 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 2.5 blocks per game with 62% shooting from the field. The big man’s […]

Phoenix SunsThe Phoenix Suns believe that Dragan Bender is a 'cornerstone' piece

Although 19-year-old Dragan Bender hasn’t featured for the Phoenix Suns as regularly as many had anticipated so far this season, Suns head coach Earl Watson affirmed his belief in the Croatian big man. On Wednesday, the Suns managed to outscore the Orlando Magic by seven points during the 13 minutes in which Bender was on […]

Phoenix SunsTyson Chandler passed up on opportunities to leave Phoenix

Phoenix Suns center Tyson Chandler is a believer in the future of the team. There isn’t a night he won’t give his heart and soul for the team. Ironically he is considered the heart and soul of the Suns, at least according to coach Earl Watson. Recently his mother passed away, which has forced him to miss […]

Phoenix SunsEarl Watson doesn't want his players to follow opponents on Twitter

Phoenix Suns coach Earl Watson is sort of an old school guy that is not totally connected with the ways of this new generation. Watson still has his attachments to John Wooden from playing at UCLA if you were to ask him about it. It’s is no surprise that he is not a big fan of […]

Phoenix SunsPhoenix Suns have a high-five tracker

While modern programs are tracking more and more advanced stats, the Phoenix Suns plan to incorporate a very simple one into their nightly contests — high fives. The team is taking team chemistry so seriously this year, that they’ve made a point to track how often players congratulate each other on the court or acknowledge each […]

Phoenix SunsBrandon Knight accepting of new role as Phoenix Suns' sixth man

Phoenix Suns guard Brandon Knight is entering new ground as he is set to become a sixth man for the first time on his career. The Kentucky product had started 315 of the 328 games he’d played during his five-year career and with Eric Bledsoe and Devin Booker forming the Suns’ starting backcourt, he’ll be forced into […]

Phoenix SunsEarl Watson says Brandon Knight is the most important player on Suns

Phoenix Suns head coach Earl Watson was faced with a hard decision. He has three talented guards and two spots to fill – one of them needs to come off the bench, but who? Watson had an established guard in Eric Bledsoe, who has played backup to the likes of Chris Paul. Bledsoe learned his […]

Phoenix SunsWatch: Suns release early hype video to promote "WeArePHX" campaign

The festivities leading to the season opener are now underway for most teams, and the Phoenix Suns opted to signal the beginning of their offseason preparations by amping up everyone’s anticipation as they release the first official hype video of the 2016-2017 campaign. Suns head coach Earl Watson will be heard narrating in the video […]

Phoenix SunsEarl Watson's foray into coaching was influenced by his late brother

From the looks of it, Phoenix Suns head coach Earl Watson is expected to thrive in his current responsibilities as a bench tactician. The players seem to respond to him, and he has a young group of wards where he can impart his years worth of NBA wisdom. In a recent interview with Marc J. Spears for […]

Phoenix SunsSuns add two former NBA head coaches to finalize coaching staff

The Phoenix Suns have now completed their coaching staff for the coming season. Head coach Earl Watson named  Jay Triano as associate head coach and Tyrone Corbin and Nate Bjorkgren as assistant coaches. Triano is the current national team coach of Canada and was the first ever Canadian-born head coach in NBA history when he was […]

Phoenix SunsEarl Watson inks 3-year deal to be the Suns' head coach

After some deliberation over Villanova’a Jay Wright as well as both Luke Walton and former coach Mike D’Antoni, the Phoenix Suns have decided to remove the interim tag from Earl Watson to make him the franchise’s new head coach. His deal with the Suns lasts three years, according to The Verticals’ Adrian Wojnarowski. Through what was […]

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