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Phoenix Suns and Mercury fans share mixed reactions to Josh Bartelstein’s CEO extension

The decision to extend Josh Bartelstein as CEO of the Phoenix Suns and Mercury has drawn a fascinating reaction from fans, with mixed opinions. Many fans see it as a sign of maturity, as top-tier NBA franchises rarely experience constant executive turnover.

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Koby Brea To Sign Another Two-Way Deal With Suns

Koby Brea is signing another two-way contract to return to the Suns, ESPN’s Shams Charania tweets. Phoenix issued Brea a two-way qualifying offer on June 18, making him a restricted free agent.

Mat Ishbia News / Burn City Sports / July 6

Mat Ishbia explains Josh Bartelstein’s Phoenix Suns CEO Extension

Phoenix Suns Owner Mat Ishbia’s comments per Shams Charania of ESPN on Josh Bartelstein’s contract extension carry far more significance than another executive announcement.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / July 6

Suns Finalizing New Extension With CEO

The Phoenix Suns are reportedly extending one of their top decision makers in the front office. From ESPN's Shams Charania on X: "Phoenix Suns and Mercury

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The 'NBA Playoff-3's leaders' quiz

How many of the NBA players with the most three-pointers made in the postseason can you name in five minutes?

The 'Oldest 4 3-pointer playoff games' quiz

The 'No. 3-scorer by NBA franchise' quiz

The 'NBA Finals leading scorers' quiz

Dillon Brooks News / Burn City Sports / July 6

Suns’ Dillon Brooks reveals his 'Villain Goal' for 2026-2027 season

Phoenix Suns wing Dillon Brooks has a new league year resolutions, or as he phrased it, a villain goal for 2026-2027 season. The YouTube channel NBAT2 spent 24 hours with the 30-year-old in Toronto, as the Canadian trains and participates in FIBA World Cup Qualifiers.

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The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time

The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time

Dillon Brooks News / Hoops Wire / July 6

NBA Notes: Suns, Dillon Brooks, Rockets, Marcus Smart, Nets

Suns forward Dillon Brooks says he’d like to cut down on the technical fouls — at least a little. Speaking with NBAT2 in comments highlighted by Evan Desai of the Arizona Republic, Brooks joked that one of his goals for next season is “not to get 17 technical fouls,” though he quickly admitted that may be easier said than done.

Jalen Green News / Phoenix Suns on SI / July 5

NBA Mock Trade Has Suns Giving Up on Jalen Green Shockingly Early

PHOENIX — One of the biggest questions surrounding the Phoenix Suns is Jalen Green and his fit alongside Devin Booker. Booker is the organization's center piece and won't be going anywhere, dictating a team that is built around him and his skillset.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / July 5

What a Miles Bridges extension could look like for the Suns

When the Phoenix Suns acquired Miles Bridges, a plethora of questions entered my mind. And one of the first was whether or not they would extend him. He

Dillon Brooks News / Phoenix Suns on SI / July 5

Dillon Brooks Has New 'Villain' Goal Ahead of New Suns Season

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns loved what Dillon Brooks brought to the table in his first season with the organization. Brooks' scoring output reached a career-high at 20.2 points per night while his defensive prowess and effort brought a strong balance to both ends of the floor.

Koa Peat News / Phoenix Suns on SI / July 4

Suns' Koa Peat Wants to Prove Everybody Wrong After Slipping in NBA Draft

PHOENIX — Koa Peat was never supposed to fall to the Phoenix Suns. Peat, a projected lottery pick before his first (and only) collegiate season with the Arizona Wildcats, unfortunately saw his stock fall despite helping the team to a Final Four appearance.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / July 4

5 Jalen Green trades that could improve the Suns roster

Brian Gregory and the Suns have moved with purpose this offseason, securing three of their own free agents and adding Miles Bridges to the mix, but as the dust settles after the opening skirmishes of the offseason, they find themselves with a couple of round holes to fill and a bag full of square pegs.

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Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick

In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.

NBA News / Bright Side Of The Sun / July 4

Why the Suns could not pursue a Jaylen Brown trade

Wow, the NBA offseason has been a wild ride over the last couple of days. With free agency kicking off and trade season underway, we have already seen some big dominoes fall.

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The 'Most MLB All-Star Games' quiz

The 'Wimbledon men's champions' quiz

The 'NBA Playoff-3's leaders' quiz

The '2018-19 PPG leaders by team' quiz

Koa Peat News / Burn City Sports / July 4

Suns rookie Koa Peat throws out first pitch at Diamondbacks game

Some ceremonial MLB first pitches are little more than a photo opportunity, and Phoenix Suns rookie Koa Peat’s at Chase Field on Friday night carried far more significance.

Dillon Brooks News / Burn City Sports / July 4

Dillon Brooks balls out for Team Canada in FIBA World Cup Qualifier

ONTARIO – For Phoenix Suns fans, summer basketball isn’t just about staying entertained; it’s about evaluating how key players perform when the spotlight shifts to international competition.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / July 3

Suns unveil Summer League roster for Las Vegas

We are one week away from Summer League tipping off in Las Vegas, and with it comes our first look at Suns basketball since late April, when the team’s season ended with a first-round sweep at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 2

Suns sign former Warriors fan-favorite to two-way contract

The Phoenix Suns made a signing on Thursday that may get Golden State Warriors fans jealous. While it is just a two-way contract, the front office seemingly acquired someone who has the ability to provide a spark off the bench if need be.

Phoenix Suns News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30

Suns 2026 NBA Draft grades for every pick

The Phoenix Suns pulled off an unlikely move during the 2026 NBA Draft on Tuesday. The franchise traded its 47th pick to the New York Knicks and future second-round picks for the 31st overall pick, which landed them Arizona freshman Koa Peat.

Jamaree Bouyea News / Hoops Rumors / June 29

Suns Exercising 2026/27 Option On Jamaree Bouyea

The Suns are exercising their $2.58MM team option on Jamaree Bouyea for the 2026/27 season, reports Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (via Twitter). Bouyea’s salary for next season will remain non-guaranteed, Scotto notes.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 29

Hornets continue to rebuild team by trading with Suns

There's been one constant in the Hornets' aggressive, multiyear rebuild: getting draft picks from the Suns.

Hornets continue to stockpile future assets by sending Miles Bridges to Suns

The '30-point, 10-assist game leaders by team' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 28

Hornets continue to stockpile future assets by sending Miles Bridges to Suns

The Charlotte Hornets are continuing to add future assets, possibly for an even bigger swing later.

Was trading for Bridges the right move for Suns?

Jimmy Butler gets real on Warriors' future amid trade speculation

Another team seems to have shut the door on Ja Morant

Celtics' Jaylen Brown responds to outrageous analytics claim

Jalen Duren’s contract demands have been revealed

Ja Morant News / Yardbarker / June 26

Where should Ja Morant go amid wild NBA offseason?

If the Grizzlies ultimately decide to move Morant, these two teams would be the best landing spots.

NBA teams have one condition to trade for Ja Morant

Grizzlies add another second-generation NBA player with Cameron Boozer

The 'Triple-Double leaders by team' quiz

Mark Williams News / Field Level Media / June 25

Report: RFA Mark Williams stays with Suns on 3-yr, $38M deal

Phoenix Suns center Mark Williams will sign a fully guaranteed three-year, $38 million contract to stay with the team, ESPN reported Thursday. Williams was a restricted free agent entering this offseason after four seasons in the NBA.