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Devin Booker slides in ESPN’s Power Rankings, but his role with Phoenix hasn’t changed

PHOENIX — Devin Booker’s name may have moved down four spots in ESPN’s latest NBA rankings, but his importance to the Phoenix Suns hasn’t changed much.

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Former Suns star Kevin Durant doesn’t want the noise to overshadow the WNBA

HOUSTON — Former Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant has spent much of his career navigating the noise that comes with being one of basketball’s most recognizable players.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / September 22

The Suns might have six starters after all

Many NBA teams can look you in the eye and say they have talented bench units, and they’d be right. The Oklahoma City Thunder, with Ajay Mitchell, Jared

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The 'NBA Playoff scoring record by team' quiz

How many of the players to rack up the most points in one playoff run for each NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / September 22

Suns Guard Named Best Reason for Excitement Ahead of 2026-27 Season

The 2026-27 season could end up being pivotal for the Phoenix Suns as they look to prove they truly belong after surprisingly making the playoffs in coach Jordan Ott's first 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.

Dillon Brooks News / Burn City Sports / September 22

Dillon Brooks’ first year in the Valley helps land him on ESPN’s 2026 Top 100

PHOENIX — A year ago, Dillon Brooks didn’t make ESPN’s NBA player rankings. Now, after his first season in Phoenix, the Suns forward has cracked the Top 100.

Koa Peat News / Burn City Sports / September 22

Can Koa Peat make an instant impact for the Phoenix Suns?

As the 2026-27 NBA Preseason lurks right around the corner on the calendar, the Phoenix Suns could have an X-factor sitting on their bench that few people are talking about.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / September 22

Suns' Biggest Stat to Watch Heading Into 2026-27 Season Is Obvious

There are some undeniable questions the Phoenix Suns will have to solve with their new-look starting lineup. Phoenix now has four ball-dominant scorers in Devin Booker, Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks and Miles Bridges headlining their starting group who will all look to coexist and play well together.

Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / September 21

Phoenix Suns snag Top 20 spot in Yahoo! Sports’ NBA Preseason power rankings

Yahoo! Sports has placed the Phoenix Suns at No. 20 in its preseason NBA power rankings, a spot that might feel underwhelming to a fan base expecting another step forward.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / September 21

The Suns are almost back. So what should Bright Side do next?

The journey through the wasteland is nearing its end. As we arrive on the first day of autumn, smiles can begin to stretch across our faces because we know the worst part of summer is behind us.

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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 / Phoenix Suns on SI / September 21

Who Is Most Likely Suns Player to Be Cut Before Start of Season?

With training camp beginning next week, the Phoenix Suns suddenly have a real battle to watch for the final roster spot. After signing Duop Reath last week following Mark Williams' shoulder surgery, Phoenix will have to waive one of Reath, Jamaree Bouyea or Haywood Highsmith by Oct.

Duop Reath News / Bright Side Of The Sun / September 20

Duop Reath chose the Suns, that doesn’t make him a savior

First and foremost, I want to start today’s session by saying that I like the acquisition of Duop Reath. It shows that Brian Gregory consistently looks for ways to create competition throughout the roster, and that’s a good thing.

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Devin Booker News / Phoenix Suns on SI / September 20

Would Devin Booker Be Viewed Differently if Suns Won a Ring?

The biggest goal for Phoenix Suns star guard Devin Booker has always been to bring a championship back to the Valley. Booker and the Suns came up just short in 2021 when they fell to the Milwaukee Bucks after blowing a 2-0 lead, and they have not been able to make it out of the second round since then.

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

Inside the Suns: The Suns’ center situation

Welcome to Inside the Suns, a deep-down analysis of the current Phoenix Suns team, in which the Fantable — a roundtable of Bright Siders — give their takes on the Suns’ latest issues and news.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / September 19

Suns' Future Still Bleak in Future NBA Power Rankings

The Phoenix Suns turned a lot of heads with their surprising 2025-26 season, exceeding all expectations to make the playoffs as the No. 8 seed with a 45-37 record.

Phoenix Suns News / Athlon Sports / September 17

Mock Trade Sends Suns' Jalen Green to Clippers for 2-Time All-Star Guard to Pair With Devin Booker

It has been a relatively quiet offseason thus far for the Phoenix Suns, though they have made multiple under-the-radar moves to try and upgrade their roster after being eliminated in the first round of the playoffs last season.

Phoenix Suns News / NBA Draft on SI / September 17

Does Phoenix Suns' Recent Signing Signal Concern for 2025 Top-10 Pick?

The Phoenix Suns made significant changes to the team's roster after the 2025-26 season. Following a playoff appearance that saw the Suns lose in four games to the Oklahoma City Thunder, Phoenix added Miles Bridges, Luke Kennard, Pat Spencer and Koa Peat while moving on from Royce O'Neale and Grayson Allen.

Phoenix Suns News / EssentiallySports / September 17

Suns Bolster Frontcourt With 6″9′ Signing After Mark Williams’ Season-Altering Surgery

The Phoenix Suns did not have the luxury of waiting after Mark Williams’ latest injury setback. With their starting center expected to miss several months, Phoenix suddenly faced a frontcourt problem just before the new season.

Phoenix Suns News / Fadeaway World / September 17

Phoenix Suns Sign Duop Reath After Mark Williams Sidelined For Several Months

The Phoenix Suns are coming off a relatively promising campaign last season. Despite undergoing a major retooling, the Suns successfully secured a spot in the playoffs, hinting at the team’s potential to be competitive in the upcoming season.

Phoenix Suns News / Hoops Wire / September 16

Suns sign Duop Reath to one-year deal as Mark Williams recovers

The Suns have added another center while Mark Williams works his way back from shoulder surgery. Phoenix agreed to a one-year contract with free agent Duop Reath, Shams Charania of ESPN reported.

Phoenix Suns News / Hoops Rumors / September 16

Duop Reath To Sign With Suns

The Suns are signing free agent center Duop Reath to a one-year deal, Shams Charania reports for ESPN (via Twitter). The third-year center saw his minutes decrease each year with the Trail Blazers, but proved himself to be a reliable stretch big.

Dillon Brooks News / Fadeaway World / September 15

Dillon Brooks Opens Up On Misunderstood Reputation: ‘A Villain Doesn’t Have To Be Always Bad.’

The Phoenix Suns’ star Dillon Brooks hosted a basketball camp for young kids at the Arizona Athletic Grounds, which is about 40 miles from Phoenix. There, he spoke to Doug Haller of The Athletic and got candid about how his reputation as a ‘villain’ is often misunderstood.

Devin Booker News / Yardbarker / September 14

Warriors' interest in Devin Booker shows embarrassing trend

Warriors' interest in Devin Booker shows team's embarrassing trend

There have been some whispers recently about the Golden State Warriors being interested in landing All-Star guard Devin Booker; that is the belief of longtime insider Tim Kawakami, at the very least.

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Phoenix Suns News / Hoops Rumors / September 11

Suns’ Mark Williams Undergoes Shoulder Surgery

11:55 am: Williams’ recovery is expected to last approximately five months, reports Gambadoro (Twitter link). That could put him on track to return to action in February, barring setbacks.

Phoenix Suns News / Fadeaway World / September 10

Phoenix Suns Projected Starting Lineup And Rotation For 2026-27: Play-In Team Or Western Conference Threat?

I think no one expected the Phoenix Suns to actually be that good last season, and I believe it gets forgotten a little because of how badly it ended. They went 45-37, finished seventh in the West during the regular season, survived the Play-In to grab the No.