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How Suns’ Bench Could Decide Their 2026-27 Season

One of the biggest reasons for the Phoenix Suns' surprising success during the 2025-26 season was how much depth they had. Whenever a key player went down, somebody off the bench was ready to step up whenever their name was called.

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5 reasons the Suns could make Vegas look foolish

As we find ourselves buried in the unrelenting sands of the desert known as the NBA offseason, we can’t help ourselves. We begin projecting forward, wondering what could happen with the Phoenix Suns during the 2026–27 season.

NBA News / HITC / August 21

Dillon Brooks makes bold Shai Gilgeous-Alexander claim, names Victor Wembanyama as new rival

Dillon Brooks has become an integral member of the Phoenix Suns roster. He’s feeling ready to go up against the biggest superstars in the Western Conference.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / August 20

3 Potential Suns Breakout Candidates for 2026-27 Season

Several players had career seasons with the Phoenix Suns last year in what was an overall terrific showing by first-year coach Jordan Ott. A few of these

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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?

The '20-point, 10-rebound playoff games' quiz

The 'Active 30-point NBA games leaders' quiz

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Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / August 20

5 reasons the Suns could fall short in 2026-2027

The Suns surprised just about everyone (including me) by winning 45 games in 2025-26 despite losing their second-highest-paid player (Jalen Green) for most of the season.

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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.

NBA News / HITC / August 20

Phoenix Suns owner might be pressured to sell his NBA franchise weeks after Mark Walter’s LA Lakers

Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia’s recent issues in the business world could bring major NBA consequences to the 46-year-old. Ishbia purchased the Suns from controversial former owner Robert Sarver for $4 billion in 2023, promising to lead the franchise to a championship.

Miles Bridges News / Burn City Sports / August 19

Miles Bridges expected to have 'big role' with Suns in 2026-2027 season

The Phoenix Suns gave up a massive haul for former Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges, and the franchise reportedly expects big things. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst on his podcast The Hoop Collective discuss what Phoenix expectations are for the 28-year-old.

Phoenix Suns News / Hoops Rumors / August 19

Mat Ishbia Reportedly Working To Increase Stake In Suns

United Wholesale Mortgage, Mat Ishbia‘s mortgage lending firm, reported $452MM in losses for the second quarter of 2026, per Corina Vanek of The Arizona Republic, and the company’s stock price has dropped by more than 70% since Ishbia first took majority control of the Suns back in 2023, according to Joe Pompliano of Huddle Up.

Haywood Highsmith News / Phoenix Suns on SI / August 19

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.

Collin Gillespie News / Bright Side Of The Sun / August 19

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.

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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.

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 '35-passing TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL Playoffs rushing record' quiz

The 'NFL all-time receptions leaders' quiz

The 'Rookie passing leader by team' quiz

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.

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.

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.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 17