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On YouTubeJalen Green News / Burn City Sports / April 19
Suns overwhelmed in Game 1 vs. Thunder, Jalen Green points to pace for Game 2
OKLAHOMA CITY — After a lopsided 119-84 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of their Western Conference playoff series, Phoenix guard Jalen Green pointed to pace as a key factor if the Suns want to reset the series’ tone.
NBA News / Phoenix Suns on SI / April 19
3 Honest Takeaways After Suns' Game 1 Loss to Thunder
The Phoenix Suns are officially behind in their first round series against the Oklahoma City Thunder after a humbling Sunday loss in 119-84 fashion at Paycom Center, putting Jordan Ott's team down 1-0.
Jordan Ott News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 19
Jordan Ott gives 2 things Suns can’t do vs. Thunder juggernaut
Jordan Ott didn’t hold back on what went wrong for the Phoenix Suns in their blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of the first-round series on Sunday afternoon.
The 'NBA playoff double-doubles' quiz
How many of the NBA players with at least 60 double-doubles in the playoffs can you name in five minutes?
Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / April 19
The Good, Bad and Ugly From Suns' Game 1 Loss to Thunder
The Phoenix Suns, thankfully, will have a few days to resettle and regroup after their blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday. The Suns now find themselves in a 0-1 hole against the defending NBA champions - which isn't quite surprising given expectations on both sides.
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history
In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.
NBA News / Bright Side Of The Sun / April 19
Game Thunder overwhelm the Suns in a one-sided Game 1, 119-84 
The Phoenix Suns, after earning their way in through the Play-In, opened their postseason on the road against the Oklahoma City Thunder. It went about how you would expect.
Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / April 19
What is the biggest issue for the Phoenix Suns after their Game 1 loss to the Thunder?
OKLAHOMA CITY – There’s a difference between being beaten and beating yourself. In Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Playoffs, the Phoenix Suns dealt with both. Seventeen turnovers don’t just show up in the box score; they shape the entire emotional rhythm of a game.
NBA News / Phoenix Suns on SI / April 19
Thunder Humble Suns in Game 1 Blowout
The Phoenix Suns officially find themselves down 1-0 in their first-round series against the Oklahoma City Thunder after a thorough 119-84 loss at Paycom Center on Sunday afternoon.
Jordan Goodwin News / Burn City Sports / April 19
Suns’ depth takes hit after Jordan Goodwin ruled out vs. Thunder
OKLAHOMA CITY — The Phoenix Suns ruled out Jordan Goodwin during the team’s Sunday playoff matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder. According to Arizona Republic’s Duane Rankin, the Suns announced Goodwin would not return after being diagnosed with left calf soreness.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 19
Suns Announce Unfortunate News During Game 1 Against Thunder
The Phoenix Suns drew a tough first-round matchup against the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder. Entering Game 1 of their opening series of the NBA playoffs, optimism in Phoenix remained high because this season has largely been a success.
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career
LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.
NBA News / Burn City Sports / April 19
Fans point to Phoenix Suns’ lack of size in struggles against Oklahoma City Thunder
OKLAHOMA CITY — Phoenix Suns fans didn’t need long to recognize a familiar problem against the Oklahoma City Thunder — size, or the lack of it. In Sunday’s first-round matchup, the Thunder’s physical presence showed up early.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 19
Dillon Brooks gets a flagrant foul for smacking Chet Holmgren in face
Dillon Brooks continued his troublemaking from the very start of the Phoenix Suns-Oklahoma City Thunder playoff series. The Suns and Thunder kicked off Game 1 of their first-round playoff series on Sunday at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Okla.
Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / April 19
Charles Barkley says Dillon Brooks’ edge won’t rattle SGA as Suns visit Thunder
OKLAHOMA CITY — As the Phoenix Suns prepare to take on the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first round of the playoffs, Suns legend Charles Barkley delivered a blunt message for guard Dillon Brooks.
Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / April 19
Suns Reveal Game 1 Starters vs Thunder
It's nearly time for the Phoenix Suns' playoff run to begin. Game 1 of their first round matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder is set for a 12:30 PM MST tip at Paycom Center, and the odds are undeniably stacked against Phoenix as festivities begin.
Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / April 19
Phoenix Suns reveal injury status for Mark Williams and Grayson Allen ahead of Game 1 vs. Thunder
OKLAHOMA CITY – The postseason doesn’t reward potential; it rewards execution, and that starts with availability. That’s the tension surrounding the Phoenix Suns as they prepare for Game 1 against the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder.
Phoenix Suns News / Hoops Wire / April 19
Suns Notes: Jalen Green, Devin Booker, injuries, Dillon Brooks
The Suns needed a spark Friday. They got it from Jalen Green. After a season mostly lost to injuries, Green erupted for 36 points and eight threes in the play-in win over the Warriors, as detailed by Doug Haller of The Athletic.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 18
Devin Booker brutally dismissed his confrontation with Draymond Green
Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker had the perfect way of dismissing his late-game spat with Draymond Green during Friday’s play-in game. Both Booker and Green were ejected late in the Suns’ 111-96 win over the Golden State Warriors at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Az.
Goran Dragic News / Total Pro Sports / April 18
Goran Dragic Reveals Shocking Story Involving Phoenix Suns Owner That Left Him Furious
Former Phoenix Suns star Goran Dragic has kicked off his podcast, Gogi’s Garage, and who better to feature as the first guest than Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo?
Phoenix Suns News / Total Pro Sports / April 18
Devin Booker Downplays Heated Moment With Draymond Green With Calm, Mature Response
What Devin Booker has learned in his 11 years of NBA career is helping him big time. The Phoenix Suns superstar tangled with Draymond Green during the Golden State Warriors’ season-ending game. However, during the game, with just over a minute remaining and the outcome already decided, tensions peaked between the two All-Stars.
Dillon Brooks News / Larry Brown Sports / April 18
Dillon Brooks cashed $1 million bonus after beating Warriors
Dillon Brooks had a million reasons to smile Friday after vanquishing the Golden State Warriors to close out the NBA play-in tournament. Brooks and his Phoenix Suns outlasted the Warriors 111-96 in their do-or-die clash at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Ariz.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 18
Draymond Green gets ejected in what could be final game with Warriors
If Friday was Draymond Green's final game with the Golden State Warriors, he went out in classic Draymond fashion.
Jalen Green News / Yardbarker / April 18
Red-hot Jalen Green dazzles in stunning Warriors takedown as Suns claim West's last playoff spot
Last season, Jalen Green struggled as the Golden State Warriors upset his Houston Rockets in the first round of the playoffs. Now a Phoenix Sun, Green got payback.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / April 17
Suns’ Williams Out Friday; Porzingis Active For Warriors
The Suns received good and bad news on Friday, per Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic. Veteran guard Grayson Allen (left hamstring) was upgraded from questionable to available, but starting center Mark Williams (left foot soreness) was downgraded from questionable to out for Friday’s elimination game vs.
The 'Youngest 40-point NBA games' quiz
How many of the NBA players to score at least 40 points in a game before turning 21 years old can you name in six minutes?
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 15
Suns' play-in loss highlights worrying Devin Booker trend
The Phoenix Suns dropped their play-in game to the Portland Trail Blazers Tuesday night in part because Portland made almost twice as many three-point shots. The 114-110 loss forced the Suns into an elimination game on Friday and exposed an issue with the team's biggest star.
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