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Why Suns Actually Waived (Then Brought Back) Haywood Highsmith

There was a lot of confusion why the Phoenix Suns waived Haywood Highsmith, who was on a minimum contract, then re-signed him to another minimum contract just a few days later on Monday.

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Why Collin Gillespie could have another gear as he enters year 4

Collin Gillespie was a revelation for the Phoenix Suns last season, and it may have surprised some folks… not me. I’ve been higher on him than most, so high that I threw him in the mix for Sixth Man of the Year last preseason and was (somewhat) ridiculed for those lofty expectations.

Mat Ishbia News / Bright Side Of The Sun / August 18

Phoenix Suns make huge addition outside the Mortgage Matchup Center

With the offseason in full swing, not much has revolved around the Suns as we await training camp to start. That said, Mat Ishbia loves to make a big splash in times of quiet around here, and this reveal is sure to do that for fans in Phoenix.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / August 18

Suns Will Set New NBA Record to Elevate Fan Experience

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns will soon have the NBA's largest exterior LED display at Mortgage Matchup Center. The Suns (and Phoenix Mercury) announced today

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The '50-point NBA Playoff games' quiz

In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?

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Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / August 18

Here's Every Suns Primetime Game This Season

Even after being one of the biggest surprises in the NBA last season, the Phoenix Suns aren't set for many primetime games during the 2026-27 season. Phoenix was scheduled for just nine primetime games, which ranks 20th in the NBA and is the same amount as the Suns played last season when they had much lower expectations.

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / August 18

One rebounding stat explains decades of Suns history

We continue our journey through the Phoenix Suns archives, once again searching for statistical anomalies hidden throughout the organization’s 58-year history.

Haywood Highsmith News / Phoenix Suns on SI / August 17

Projecting Suns' Depth Chart After Re-Signing Haywood Highsmith

The Phoenix Suns are back to having 15 players on standard contracts after re-signing Haywood Highsmith to a one-year contract earlier today just a few days after waiving him.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / August 17

Suns Owner Sends Special Message to Diana Taurasi

PHOENIX — Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia was in the walls of Mortgage Matchup Center for a special day on Sunday. Phoenix Mercury legend Diana Taurasi was honored by the organization during her Ring of Honor ceremony yesterday, where her number was officially retired and her legacy now belongs alongside some heavy names in those rafters.

Haywood Highsmith News / Burn City Sports / August 17

Haywood Highsmith is back with the Phoenix Suns

PHOENIX — Days after being waived, the Phoenix Suns are bringing back forward Haywood Highsmith. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Highsmith has agreed to a one-year deal to return to the Suns, bringing experience, defensive versatility and another capable wing to the roster.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Phoenix Suns News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 17

Suns bringing back 37.9% 3-point shooter in free agency

The bulk of free agency has come and gone, but the Phoenix Suns are still making moves to bolster their roster. The team that exceeded all expectations last season with a gritty roster has prioritized bringing back their own players.

Haywood Highsmith News / Hoops Rumors / August 17

Suns To Bring Back Haywood Highsmith

Haywood Highsmith will re-sign with the Suns, league sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). It will be a one-year contract, agent Jerry Dianis confirms to ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link).

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Pat Spencer News / Bright Side Of The Sun / August 17

Why Pat Spencer could be the Suns’ latest surprise contributor

The Phoenix Suns front office has done a solid job over the last two years of identifying under-the-radar talent. Collin Gillespie and Jordan Goodwin are the latest examples of this.

Phoenix Suns News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 16

Suns’ Devin Booker shares a special moment with Diana Taurasi during special night

Sunday marked a momentous occasion for Phoenix basketball, as a true legend of the city, Diana Taurasi, had her jersey retired. This season hasn’t been very great for the Mercury, and they even lost to the Portland Fire, 88-85, on what was supposed to be a night of celebration.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / August 16

NBA Notes: Suns, Miles Bridges, Cavs, Meleek Thomas, Clippers, Bradley Beal

The Suns apparently didn’t acquire Miles Bridges with the idea of making him a short-term rental. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst said Phoenix intends to give Bridges both a significant role and, eventually, a new contract.

Miles Bridges News / Hoops Rumors / August 16

Miles Bridges Likely To Wait On Extension Until After Offseason

The Suns shored up their starting power forward spot when they traded Grayson Allen, Royce O’Neale, and a first-round pick for Miles Bridges, a first-round pick, and a second-round pick this summer.

Dillon Brooks News / Larry Brown Sports / August 16

Dillon Brooks gets called out by a Warriors player

Dillon Brooks is getting a taste of his own medicine this week. Golden State Warriors rookie forward Yaxel Lendeborg appeared over the weekend on a video game stream.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / August 16

Mike D’Antoni wasn’t afraid to coach differently and Amar’e Stoudemire was ready for it

UNCASVILLE, Conn. — Former Phoenix Suns coach Mike D’Antoni and his longtime big man with Phoenix and the New York Knicks, Amar’e Stoudemire, are two of the nine inductees entering the Naismith Hall of Fame this weekend in Springfield, Massachusetts.