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Former Suns center Jusuf Nurkic calls out Mike Budenholzer for unprofessional behavior

GLENDALE – The 2024-2025 Phoenix Suns were a complete disaster, and the details from that trainwreck are slowly coming to light. Reports came out the Summer of 2025 revolving the heated fight between players and coaches.

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How I’d navigate the Suns offseason from start to finish

There’s one article I love writing every year, and this is it. It takes time, research, holistic thinking, and a few energy drinks to get me there. I’ve juggled countless thought exercises, spoken with numerous people about their thoughts on the Phoenix Suns’ direction, and considered it all.

Dillon Brooks News / Bright Side Of The Sun / June 2

Dillon Brooks is reaching new heights

Dillon Brooks continues to draw attention during the offseason. First, he showed up to see LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers get eliminated by the Oklahoma City Thunder, which produced a viral meme.

Collin Gillespie News / Phoenix Suns on SI / June 2

What Suns Guard Collin Gillespie Really Wants in Free Agency

The Phoenix Suns' main priority this summer seems to be retaining their own free agents and building continuity heading into next season. Collin Gillespie

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The 'Most field goals-per-game by playoffs' quiz

How many of the NBA players to lead the playoffs in made field goals-per-game since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 can you name in six minutes?

The 'Most 30-point playoff games by team' quiz

The 'Most 40-point games in a season' quiz

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Devin Booker News / Bright Side Of The Sun / June 2

The case for trading Devin Booker

The Phoenix Suns have numerous decisions ahead of them this upcoming offseason, including multiple restricted free agents, unrestricted free agents, and players with trade value.

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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 / Phoenix Suns on SI / June 2

Suns Reward Big Man With Fully Guaranteed Contract

The Phoenix Suns have reportedly made their first roster move of the offseason. ESPN's Bobby Marks reported on X Monday that the Suns recently guaranteed Oso Ighodaro's contract for next season.

Dillon Brooks News / Phoenix Suns on SI / June 2

Dillon Brooks Takes Offseason to New Heights — Literally

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns move into the future with Dillon Brooks potentially securing a long-term contract extension this summer. Until then, the player will enjoy the offseason and rest after a career year in the NBA, averaging nearly 21 points per game and helping redefine the Suns' culture after arriving via trade last summer.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / June 2

One less offseason decision for the Suns to worry about

Plenty of decisions lie ahead for the Phoenix Suns this offseason, and one of the biggest revolves around the center position. Mark Williams is set to become a restricted free agent, carrying a qualifying offer of $9.6 million.

Collin Gillespie News / Phoenix Suns on SI / June 1

Suns Guard Set for Well-Deserved Free Agent Payday

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns have a few notable players set to hit free agency this summer, though none may be more crucial than guard Collin Gillespie.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 1

Jusuf Nurkic accuses former Suns coach Mike Budenholzer of being ‘an alcohol addict’

Mike Budenholzer was let go as the head coach of the Phoenix Suns after just one season that saw the club end with a 36-46 record and miss the playoffs entirely.

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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.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / June 1

What the Phoenix Suns need to accomplish in the 2026 NBA Draft

It’s that time of year again. The NBA Finals begin this week. The NBA Draft is around the corner. We are now a few weeks away! Phoenix finally has an identity, which makes the “draft philosophy” somewhat clearer than it’s been in recent years.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / May 31

A former Phoenix Sun will be a champ for the first time since 2023

The NBA Finals are set. Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs will face off against Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks in a finals that will break historic NBA clichés.

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Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / May 31

The Suns Risk Losing One of Their Best Bargains This Summer

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns have a few big free agent decisions to make this summer after a successful run to the Western Conference postseason. Collin Gillespie, Jordan Goodwin and Mark Williams headline Phoenix's free agent class for 2026.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / May 31

Suns Could Get Second Chance at Coveted Trade Target

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns' opportunity to add talent this offseason won't exactly come easy. Thanks to a hefty mix of prioritizing internal additions and limited resources in spending, draft and trade capital, the Suns will have to make small improvements between the margins.

Jalen Green News / Bright Side Of The Sun / May 30

The case for trading Jalen Green

I was never a fan of the Jalen Green trade, and this past season illustrated the problems I anticipated. The Suns were exceeding all expectations while Green was out with injury, but then fell to earth when he returned.

Devin Booker News / Kicks on SI / May 30

Devin Booker Delivers Nike Book 2 McDonald's to Fans in Sedona

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker and Nike teamed up with McDonald's for a fresh sneaker collaboration. Not only did it have a deeper meaning than most projects, but Booker showed up in Sedona to hand-deliver the Nike Book 2 McDonald's to loyal fans.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / May 30

Every Suns Player Set to Hit NBA Free Agency This Summer

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns move into the summer with a variety of free agents set to hit the open market in some capacity ahead of the 2026-27 season.

Jonathan Isaac News / Bright Side Of The Sun / May 30

If Jonathan Isaac hits the market, Phoenix should pay attention

As we continue to navigate the offseason, there are plenty of names worth looking at and analyzing as potential fits for the Phoenix Suns. We know this roster most likely is not going to experience a ton of turnover, which naturally makes some of the unrestricted free agent options feel more like pipe dreams than realistic additions.

Devin Booker News / Burn City Sports / May 29