PHNX Suns

We've got a special guest on today's show at 3 PM!

Nigel Hayes-Davis will be in studio to talk about his game, his journey to the Suns and plenty more!

CJ Huntley breakdown: What Suns can expect from two-way big CJ Huntley is joining the Phoenix Suns on a two-way contract. Here's what Appalachian State coach Dustin Kerns shared about his game.

"He’s like a fairy tale from a college coach’s perspective, sometimes you wonder if he’s real."

After speaking with Appalachian State coach Dustin Kerns, I took a look at CJ Huntley's game and what Suns fans can expect from him on a two-way contract:

Grading Brian Gregory's moves in first offseason as Suns GM General manger Brian Gregory inherited quite the situation in his first offseason at the helm of the Phoenix Suns, and as a result, there were plenty of

Grades for offseason moves before we even see these guys play for their new teams always strike me as silly. With that being said, I tried to let the dust completely settle before grading every move Suns GM Brian Gregory made this summer:

Suns reject buyout demands as franchise valuation soars Mat Ishbia and the Phoenix Suns have rejected buyout demands from two limited partners as the franchise's valuation approaches $7 billion.

In a letter obtained by @phnxsports.bsky.social, the Suns are rejecting buyout demands from 2 limited partners, which come as the franchise's valuation has soared past $6 billion:

Suns 7 lessons or less: What Jordan Ott learned last year After a dismal 2024-25 NBA season, here are 7 lessons Jordan Ott and the Phoenix Suns need to learn from heading into the 2025-26 NBA season.

I'm sure everyone wants to forget about last season, but even with a new roster, there are still some lessons the Suns should take with them into next year. Here are 7 things Jordan Ott can learn from his predecessor's mistakes:

“Threw a little lollipop over the plate” 😂

Collin Gillespie and Oso Ighodaro threw out the first pitch at last night’s D-Backs game!

Gotta love Ryan Dunn and Oso Ighodaro 😂

Collin Gillespie was excited about re-signing with the Suns and looks forward to building on last season: “Hopefully have more of an opportunity to prove it to myself and to the Suns organization that they made the right decision, so I’m excited for it.”

Where Suns stack up in West in 2025-26 NBA Power Rankings The offseason is over, so it's time to figure out where the Phoenix Suns stack up in the West for the 2025-26 season with new NBA Power Rankings.

Now that the dust has (mostly) settled on the offseason, where do the new-look Suns stack up in the Western Conference? Free for everyone, here are some way-too-early NBA Power Rankings for the West:

Been alive for 3 months and he’s already more popular with our viewers than his old man smh

Aside from Archer’s @phnxsuns.bsky.social debut, we also talked with @YossiGozlan and broke down Jalen Green’s game!

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3 areas Jalen Green must improve to fit with Devin Booker Jalen Green is key for the Phoenix Suns, so here are three areas he must improve to maximize his fit next to Devin Booker in the backcourt.

Jalen Green's fit next to Devin Booker is a major key for the Suns offense, but the 23-year-old will have to tweak some elements of his game. Free for everyone, I wrote about 3 specific areas where he needs to improve to maximize this backcourt pairing:

Dillon Brooks breakdown: What Suns can expect from villain Dillon Brooks shouldn't be overlooked in the Kevin Durant trade. Here's what the Phoenix Suns' new villain has to offer on and off the court.

Everybody knows Dillon Brooks will bring the grit, defense and intensity Phoenix has been lacking. But aside from all the "villain" narratives, I took a look at a few underrated elements of his game that he can provide for the Suns as well:

Ryan Dunn, Oso Ighodaro ready for Year 2 leaps for Suns After impressive showings for the Phoenix Suns at 2025 NBA Summer League, are Ryan Dunn and Oso Ighodaro ready for Year 2 leaps?

A year ago, Ryan Dunn and Oso Ighodaro were just trying to get their bearings at NBA Summer League. One year later, they stepped up as leaders and showcased a few specific skills that could help them make Year 2 leaps for the Suns:

Koby Brea breakdown: What Suns can expect from rookie sniper The Phoenix Suns drafted the best shooter in the 2025 NBA Draft class in Koby Brea, but what can they expect from him on a two-way contract?

Koby Brea is a historically relevant 3-point shooter, but what makes him so elite? And what else can the Suns expect from him? I took a look at the film and spoke with Kentucky coach Mark Pope, Jordan Ott, Brian Gregory and Brea for today's breakdown:

Mark Williams breakdown: What Suns can expect from center Mark Williams is the new starting center for the Phoenix Suns, so it's time for a breakdown on what to expect from his offense, defense and injuries.

Given his short-term importance to the Suns, contract situation and injury history, it's weird we haven't talked about Mark Williams more. Here's a look at what to expect from him offensively and defensively, and why so much of this season rides on him:

Jalen Green is ready to build with Devin Booker and the Suns! (via @playerstribune.bsky.social)

15 more Suns trades now that Phoenix ducked tax aprons Now that the Phoenix Suns have ducked the tax aprons by waiving-and-stretching Bradley Beal, here are 15 more Suns trades to consider.

Now that the Suns have ducked the tax aprons to free up more trade flexibility, what can they actually do with it? Here are 15 new Suns trades to consider, including targets like Jonathan Kuminga:

Bradley Beal with a simple goodbye message for the Suns: “✌🏾”

Suns embrace new dawn after Kevin Durant, Bradley Beal gone With Kevin Durant traded and Bradley Beal bought out, here's the Phoenix Suns' thinking and the new direction they're heading in.

Two years ago, Phoenix went all in on the Big 3 era. It failed, and they didn't waste time in pivoting. Here's some inside reporting on the thinking behind the Suns' busy offseason, their new direction, and how they view the bold moves they've made:

Bradley Beal waive-and-stretch: Suns use stretch provision The Phoenix Suns agreed to a buyout before a Bradley Beal waive-and-stretch. Here's why they chose to use the stretch provision.

The Suns will most likely waive-and-stetch Bradley Beal's contract. After speaking with multiple league sources and a few salary cap experts, I wrote about why the Suns are taking this path, the potential pitfalls, and the less-talked-about benefits:

Rasheer Fleming breakdown: What Suns can expect from rookie Saint Joseph's Billy Lange, Suns GM Brian Gregory and more gave their thoughts on what the Phoenix Suns can expect from Rasheer Fleming.

Read more about what Billy Lange, Brian Gregory, Jordan Ott, Rasheer Fleming and more had to say about Fleming's game and his fit with the Suns:

Rasheer Fleming's college coach at Saint Joseph's, Billy Lange, had high praise for the new Suns rookie and his work ethic!

Rasheer Fleming breakdown: What Suns can expect from rookie Saint Joseph's Billy Lange, Suns GM Brian Gregory and more gave their thoughts on what the Phoenix Suns can expect from Rasheer Fleming.

The Suns have added NINE new faces this summer, and I'm breaking down every single player's game. For Rasheer Fleming, I spoke to his college coach Billy Lange, Brian Gregory and more to cover his skill-set, areas for growth, and what position he'll play:

What if the Suns had drafted Luka Doncic over Deandre Ayton? For PHNX Rank Week: What if the Phoenix Suns had drafted Luka Doncic with the No. 1 pick in the 2018 NBA Draft instead of Deandre Ayton?

It’s Rank Week over at @phnxsports.bsky.social, and we’re ranking the 10 biggest what-ifs in Arizona sports history! Starting off at No. 10, I wrote about what it would’ve looked like if the Suns had drafted Luka Doncic first overall back in 2018:

Devin Booker contract extension: Addressing Suns' big move The Phoenix Suns' latest Devin Booker contract extension resulted in some obnoxious reactions, and they need to be addressed.

Wanted to take my time with this one. I wrote about Devin Booker's contract extension, the obnoxious reactions to it, and why, despite some understandable concerns, we're missing the forest for the trees when titles are all that matter:

DeMarre Carroll conversation with Jordan Ott led to Suns One conversation with Jordan Ott extended DeMarre Carroll's playing career and ultimately led him to the Phoenix Suns as an assistant coach.

Assistant coach DeMarre Carroll is coaching the Suns for NBA Summer League, but it was a conversation with Jordan Ott years ago, when he was still playing in Brooklyn, that extended his career and ultimately led him to coaching:

Isaiah Livers on signing a two-way deal with the Suns: “Thank you Lord 🙏🏽”

(via IG stories)

Jordan Ott on Khaman Maluach taking 3s and playing next to Oso Ighodaro: "He's so skilled with his ability to space the floor....What he does provide right away is his rolling ability, the ability to get on the rim....I don't think you put any guardrails right now"

Jordan Ott on Khaman Maluach: "You know how big and long he is, it's obvious. His ability to run just creates a different dynamic, the vertical spacing that he has above the rim. And then just the overall size and rim protection, you can feel it every second he's out there."

Ryan Dunn on Khaman Maluach: "He’s special at 18. Super special. Him flying around, talking, being the loudest one on the floor, being able to guard and switch and being so active, it’s great on the defensive end. And him shooting the 3 how he’s been shooting it has been great"