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Even Suns Are Taking Notes From NBA Finals

Phoenix Suns forward Ryan Dunn, who is from New York, is keeping a close eye on this year's NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs “I'm just watching as a supporter.

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The ideal fit next to Devin Booker that won’t happen

One thing is clear: The Phoenix Suns are searching for more help around Devin Booker. Whether that comes from internal development or acquiring talent, team owner Mat Ishbia has made it abundantly clear that the mission is to build another contender around the franchise’s all-time leading scorer.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / June 13

Inside the Suns: Running it back in 2026-27, moving up in the draft, NBA Summer League

Welcome to Inside the Suns, your weekly deep-down analysis of the current Phoenix Suns team. Each week, the Fantable — a round table of Bright Siders — gives their takes on the Suns’ latest issues and news.

Miles Bridges News / Burn City Sports / June 12

Would the Phoenix Suns pull off a trade for Miles Bridges?

The Phoenix Suns are once again being mentioned as a team worth watching in potential trade discussions involving Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges.

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The '6+ three-pointer NBA Finals games' quiz

How many of the players to make at least six three-pointers in an NBA Finals game can you name in five minutes?

The '25 points in less than 30 minutes' quiz

The 'NBA steals-per-game leaders' quiz

The 'Active playoff double-doubles' quiz

Collin Gillespie News / Burn City Sports / June 12

Could Suns replace Collin Gillespie with another Gillespie in 2026 NBA Draft?

With Phoenix Suns guard Collin Gillespie expected to get a bigger offer in unrestricted free agency, the reality of him not returning is a real possibility.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / June 12

The center answer might be someone Suns fans know too well

What if I told you that the Suns could increase their production at the starting center position while simultaneously paying less money than it would take to re-sign Mark Williams?

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / June 12

What happens if every Suns draft favorite is already off the board?

Currently, a lot of names are being floated as possible Suns picks at 47. Most of the players I initially identified as bargains at 47 back in April have moved so far up the chart that they are now late first or early second round picks, including Tarris Reed, Henri Veesaar, and Zuby Ejiofor.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 12

Three realistic trades the Cavs could make to improve their roster

A lot of trade rumors surrounding the Cleveland Cavaliers involve the likes of Giannis Antetokounmpo or LeBron James being dealt for. Here are some more realistic trade possibilities.

Cavs trade idea would bring Grayson Allen to Cleveland

Pelicans reportedly exploring trade into lottery

Five wild NBA moves that would make the 2026-27 season absolutely bonkers

The 'NBA Finals MVPs' quiz

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / June 11

Looking Back on Preseason Predictions Suns Proved Totally Wrong

There's no question the Phoenix Suns surprised a lot of people during the 2025-26 season, turning things around immediately under first-year coach Jordan Ott even after missing the 2025 playoffs and subsequently trading away Kevin Durant.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / June 11

Drafting for Identity: 5 Draft targets for the Phoenix Suns

The Phoenix Suns enter this month’s draft holding the number 47 overall pick. As mentioned in my last piece (linked below), do not be surprised if they look to trade up.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / June 11

Ranking Suns' Young Core by Long-Term Ceiling

Last summer, the Phoenix Suns were surprisingly able to transition from an older team with very few young players to having a much younger core that could end up being the future of the team.

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The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

NBA News / Bright Side Of The Sun / June 11

Devin Booker or Jalen Brunson? A debate for the barstool

There’s a debate brewing online and in the Reddit threads as the NBA Finals roll along, and it’s one that forces fans to decide whether they want to approach it logically or emotionally.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / June 10

If Suns Trade Up in NBA Draft, Here's Who They'll Want

The 2025-26 Phoenix Suns season is now well over one month in the rearview mirror, with the upcoming NBA draft becoming the sole focus of a franchise that bounced back from a disastrous 2024-25 campaign.

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The '6+ three-pointer NBA Finals games' quiz

The 'Single-playoff goal leaders' quiz

The 'Youngest 30-point NBA Finals games' quiz

The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / June 10

Evaluating Suns' Biggest Need This Summer — And How They Can Fix It

The Phoenix Suns' roster construction following the Kevin Durant trade last summer was always wonky with a lot of positional overlap, but the Suns found a way to make it work by exceeding all presseson expectations with a 45-37 record.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / June 10

The Suns’ Highlander dilemma has an obvious survivor

From the dawn of time we came and now, after a season that raised as many questions as it answered, we are finally here. The time of the Gathering is upon us.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / June 10

4 Suns Role Players Who Could Emerge As Starters Next Season

The Phoenix Suns were surprisingly one of the deeper teams in the NBA this season because of how well players stepped up when their names were called. Heading into next season, the Suns will likely have almost the same roster, which means the biggest changes could end up coming internally.

Naji Marshall News / Bright Side Of The Sun / June 10

Suns Trade Verdict: Can Naji Marshall fill the void the Suns keep chasing?

With the NBA Finals currently underway, news and discussion about the Suns have quieted down over the last few weeks. That said, it’s important to highlight how this team can improve to put itself in a better position heading into next year.

Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / June 9

Are the Ja Morant and Phoenix Suns trade rumors officially off the table?

Whenever trade speculation surrounding Memphis star Ja Morant surfaced, the Phoenix Suns were frequently mentioned as a rumored destination, but those plans have now seemingly fallen through, per Brett Siegel of Clutch Points.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / June 9

One Thing Every Top Suns Player Needs to Improve

The Phoenix Suns surprised a lot of people this season, as almost everyone on the team elevated their play to help Phoenix make the playoffs with a 45-37 record despite low preseason expectations.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / June 9

Heres Exactly What Type of Player Suns Should Target in 2026 NBA Draft

The Phoenix Suns currently only have the No. 47 pick in the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft, but do have options on what they can do. Phoenix could elect to move up in the draft, whether it be a better pick in the second round or all the way into the first round, as it has shown to be willing to make draft-day trades in the past couple years.

Phoenix Suns News / NBA Draft on SI / June 8

Assessing the Suns' Biggest Needs at the 2026 NBA Draft

A first-round exit for most NBA teams will leave their fans disappointed, but the Phoenix Suns can walk away from this season hopeful. After trading Kevin Durant for Dillon Brooks and Jalen Green, they had some of the lowest expectations in years.

Dean Wade News / Hoops Wire / June 6

Suns among teams interested in Cavs free agent Dean Wade

Dean Wade is hitting the open market this summer, and the Suns are already on his radar. According to ClutchPoints’ Brett Siegel, Phoenix has had internal discussions about Wade dating back to the trade deadline and is one of several teams expected to pursue the Cavaliers forward in free agency.