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Phoenix Suns Defy Expectations, Advance to NBA Cup Knockout Stage

The Phoenix Suns have officially arrived ahead of schedule. After being pegged by many as a team destined for the bottom of the Western Conference standings this preseason, the Suns have defied all expectations by clinching a wild card spot in the inaugural NBA Cup knockout stage.

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The Suns step onto the NBA Cup stage with something to gain

The dust has settled, the colored courts have been played upon. With all of the group play completed, the knockout round bracket is set for the 2025 NBA Cup.

Collin Gillespie News / Field Level Media / November 29

Collin Gillespie emerging as force for Suns with Nuggets next

The Phoenix Suns won for losing Friday. The Denver Nuggets, not so much. The Suns and Nuggets will meet in the resumption of regular-season play Saturday in Phoenix in different stages of an NBA Cup hangover.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / November 29

Phoenix took the Thunder’s best shot and kept swinging

My expectations going into that Suns game against Oklahoma City felt like a Led Zeppelin riff. If it keeps on raining, the levee’s going to break. Third quarter hit, Thunder pour in 38, Suns put up 30, and you could hear the wood straining.

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How many of the players to score at least 40 points in a game for each NBA team can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / Burn City Sports / November 29

Suns advance in NBA Cup after close loss to Thunder

OKLAHOMA CITY — The Phoenix Suns secured a berth in the NBA Emirates Cup despite a 123–119 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in a tightly played game Friday night.

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Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / November 29

Game Suns lose hard-fought battle, 123-119

After an exciting NBA Cup run, the Phoenix Suns’ group play is officially over. They finish Group Play 3-1 and will await the final score of the Clippers-Grizzlies game to see if they make it to the Knockout Rounds.

NBA News / Phoenix Suns on SI / November 29

Thunder Survive Tight Finish vs Suns to Secure NBA Cup Group A

The Phoenix Suns fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Friday's 123-119 loss, finishing at 3-1 in NBA Cup group play but failing to clinch the top spot as OKC went 4-0.

NBA News / Phoenix Suns on SI / November 28

Suns Reveal Starting Lineup vs Thunder

The Phoenix Suns are massive underdogs to the Oklahoma City Thunder tonight, as the Thunder are 14-point favorites to bring home the win and officially stamp themselves as group winners in NBA Cup play.

NBA News / Phoenix Suns on SI / November 28

Suns Poised to Advance in NBA Cup - Even if They Fall to Thunder

The Phoenix Suns (12-7) have set themselves up well in the standings of NBA Cup group stage play heading into tonight's away matchup against the defending-champion Oklahoma City Thunder (18-1).

NBA News / Burn City Sports / November 28

Suns’ paths forward in NBA Emirates Cup depend on Thunder matchup

OKLAHOMA CITY — The Phoenix Suns face a defining moment in their NBA Emirates Cup pursuit, as Friday’s result against the Oklahoma City Thunder will determine where they finish in the group stage.

Phoenix Suns News / Last Word On Sports / November 28

Inside The Suns’ NBA Cup Knockout Stage Chances

With a 12-7 record, the Phoenix Suns have surprised many fans with their start to the 2025-26 NBA season. This includes a 3-0 showing in the 2025 Emirates NBA Cup, defeating the Utah Jazz, Minnesota Timberwolves and Sacramento Kings over the past few weeks.

Phoenix Suns News / NBA Analysis Network / November 28

Jordan Ott explains why Jordan Goodwin was moved back to the bench in favor of veteran Suns star

Jordan Ott briefly made Jordan Goodwin a Phoenix Suns starter, but quickly moved him back to the bench. The Phoenix Suns have made a great account of themselves this season, starting the campaign with a 12-7 record, good enough for the sixth seed in the Western Conference.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / November 28

Inside the Suns: Devin Booker, Mark Williams, Dan Majerle Hustle Award contenders

Welcome to Inside the Suns, your weekly deep-down analysis of the current Phoenix Suns team. Each week, the Fantable — a round table of Bright Siders — give their takes on the Suns’ latest issues and news.

Phoenix Suns News / NBA Analysis Network / November 27

Oso Ighodaro says Phoenix Suns teammate has ‘short-term memory’ and it makes him so relentless

The Phoenix Suns have surprised a lot of people this season with their winning ways. The Phoenix Suns were expected to take a big step back after trading Kevin Durant, but they have shown that they can still be competitive.

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Devin Booker News / Phoenix Suns on SI / November 27

Suns Legend Challenges Devin Booker Amid Struggles

Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker got off to a scorching hot start to the 2025-26 season, averaging 31 points per game through the first eight games, but has since had a dip in his stats even with the Suns exceeding expectations and sitting at 12-7 on the year.

Phoenix Suns News / Last Word On Sports / November 27

Suns Reportedly Getting Healthier As They Head Into Important Final NBA Group Cup Game

The Phoenix Suns have been one of the pleasant surprises in the early going. The Suns received good news on the injury front late at night and then went on to defeat the Sacramento Kings 112-100 to remain alive in the NBA Emirates Cup.

NBA News / Field Level Media / November 27

Suns dump Kings, set up NBA Cup showdown with Thunder

Mark Williams recorded 21 points and a season-high 17 rebounds, Collin Gillispie also scored 21 points and the visiting Phoenix Suns defeated the Sacramento Kings 112-100 on Wednesday in an NBA Cup West Group A contest.

Phoenix Suns News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 26

Suns rumors: The player Phoenix has been trying to trade since summer

Many thought that the Phoenix Suns would be in the bottom half of the league following the roster restructure in the offseason. They, however, have been surprisingly good, tallying an 11-7 record entering their game against the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday.

Phoenix Suns News / NBA Analysis Network / November 26

Charles Barkley challenges ‘lackadaisical’ Devin Booker to do one thing as Phoenix Suns leader

Charles Barkley has been impressed with his former team, the Phoenix Suns, but it’s not Devin Booker, but a bench player who has caught his eye. Despite the turmoil the Phoenix Suns went through this summer, they find themselves in a strong position this season, going 11-7 to start the campaign.

Khaman Maluach News / Burn City Sports / November 25

Phoenix Suns assign Khaman Maluach to G League in strategic move

TEMPE – The Suns made a move today that will help the development of one of their rookies, as Khaman Maluach has been assigned to the G League to play with the Valley Suns.

Mat Ishbia News / Field Level Media / November 25

Suns' Mat Ishbia sued by minority owners over alleged fraud

Two Phoenix Suns minority openers claimed majority owner Mat Ishbia is using the franchise as "his personal piggy bank," according to a new lawsuit. Ishbia is engaged in an ongoing legal battle with Arizona-based real estate businessman Scott Seldin and former professional tennis player Andy Kohlberg, who are holdovers from the previous ownership.

Mat Ishbia News / Larry Brown Sports / November 24