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Suns’ Jalen Green Expected To Return Friday

Fifth-year guard Jalen Green, who has missed the Suns‘ last three games after experiencing tightness in his right hamstring last week, is set to return for Friday’s contest in Cleveland, per Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic.

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Mat Ishbia clears up Isiah Thomas’ role with Suns

In a recent interview with The Ringer’s Zach Lowe, Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia addressed trade rumors surrounding Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges, and his relationship with Hall of Fame guard, Isiah Thomas.

Jalen Green News / Burn City Sports / January 30

Jalen Green off injury report as Phoenix Suns seek revenge against Cavaliers

The NBA doesn’t hand out style points for surviving a back-to-back, but it does reveal something more valuable, which is stability and trust within the game plan.

Collin Gillespie News / Burn City Sports / January 30

Suns guard Collin Gillespie’s call to action may be too late, but sentiment remains the same

PHOENIX — Phoenix Suns guard Collin Gillespie had the right idea after the team’s statement win against the Detroit Pistons on Thursday, just slightly off on the timing.

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The 'NBA active 40-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players with at least 10 40-point games in their career can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / Phoenix Suns on SI / January 30

Preview: Can Suns Get Revenge vs Cavaliers?

The Phoenix Suns are hosts to the Cleveland Cavaliers tonight, and after ending their 2025 with a loss to to this same Cavs team, the Suns hope some home cooking can help them in Friday night's tilt at Mortgage Matchup Center.

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The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

Dillon Brooks News / Bright Side Of The Sun / January 30

The quiet routine that turned Dillon Brooks into a 40-point weapon

Sometimes there is a calm before the storm. A moment of clarity before chaos ensues. An instant where anticipation creeps in and you have to grab your emotions by the collar before they sprint off without you.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / January 30

Suns Sent Statement to NBA in Win vs Pistons

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns are for real. After shattering preseason projections, the Suns are 29-19 and buzzing after their most recent 18-point win over the Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons on Thursday.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / January 30

When Detroit pushed back, the Suns pushed harder

The first half against the best team in the Eastern Conference was impressive. Flat out. The Suns shot 47.4% from three, and they were the aggressor. They pushed around a team that usually does the pushing, and they walked into halftime with a 16-point lead.

Dillon Brooks News / Total Apex Sports / January 30

Dillon Brooks Drops Career-High 40 Points To Lead Phoenix Suns To Upset Win Over Detroit Pistons

In one of the more surprising outcomes this season, the injury-ridden Phoenix Suns cruised to a huge 114-96 win over the East-leading Detroit Pistons behind a career night from Dillon Brooks.

Phoenix Suns News / Field Level Media / January 30

Dillon Brooks, Suns seek to cool down streaking Cavaliers

The Phoenix Suns distributed "Dillon the Villain" T-shirts to fans on Thursday. Dillon Brooks turned it into more than just a fashion statement. Brooks scored a career-high 40 points and made four 3-pointers as the Suns opened a back-to-back set with a 114-96 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Thursday.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / January 30

Inside the Suns: Injuries, Jordan Ott, Jamaree Bouyea, Isaiah Livers

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.

Dillon Brooks News / Field Level Media / January 29

Dillon Brooks' 40 points helps Suns topple East-leading Pistons

Dillon Brooks scored a career-high 40 points and made four 3-pointers, Grayson Allen had 24 points, and the host Phoenix Suns stopped the Detroit Pistons 114-96 on Thursday.

Devin Booker News / EssentiallySports / January 29

Devin Booker Injury Update Drops as Suns Star’s Kendal Jenner Gig Sparks Rumors

The waiting game for the Phoenix Suns continues. They’re going to be without their superstar guard against the Detroit Pistons tonight too. And no, he’s not busy texting Kendall Jenner.

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Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / January 29

Suns Get Last-Second Boost to Starting Lineup vs Pistons

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns move into tonight's matchup against the Detroit Pistons down multiple key starters. With all of Jalen Green (right hamstring) and Devin Booker (right sprained ankle) are out tonight for the Suns.

Charles Barkley News / Burn City Sports / January 29

Charles Barkley claims one Phoenix Suns player should be in the 2025-26 NBA All-Star Game

When legends speak, everybody listens. Former Phoenix Suns great Charles Barkley gave his two cents on who he believes deserves to be in the 2025-26 NBA All-Star game, and it was one of the members of the new Suns trio.

Phoenix Suns News / Athlon Sports / January 29

Devin Booker Makes Request to Kendall Jenner After Marriage Joke

Devin Booker has made a name for himself both on and off the court. The Phoenix Suns star is a four-time NBA All-Star and one of the league’s most dynamic scorers.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 28

Suns lean on bigs, paint attack for matchup vs. Pistons

The Phoenix Suns found a way around their guard shortage in a victory over Brooklyn on Tuesday. They went right to the paint. Center Mark Williams scored a season-high 27 points in a late comeback win, and it wouldn't be surprising if the Suns used a similar strategy when they host the East-leading Detroit Pistons on Friday.

Phoenix Suns News / Hoops Wire / January 28

Suns aim to continue season of surprise minus Devin Booker, Jalen Green

The Suns are grinding through a difficult stretch, and the absences of Devin Booker and Jalen Green have only magnified the challenge. That said, Phoenix managed to hold off the Nets for a 106-102 home win on Tuesday.

Mark Williams News / Yardbarker / January 28

Mark Williams trade looking like steal for Suns

Mark Williams was supposed to shore up interior defense for the Phoenix Suns. With All-Star Devin Booker out Tuesday, Williams showed he can light it up on offense as well.

Massive on-court brawl breaks out in Phoenix Suns’ win vs Nets

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Phoenix Suns News / EssentiallySports / January 27

Jordan Ott Shares Jalen Green Injury Update as Suns Lose Another 26YO Star

After a lot of uncertainty, the Phoenix Suns finally confirmed Jalen Green’s status. The 23-year-old’s second game back from a right hamstring injury didn’t go well last week.

Jalen Green News / Hoops Rumors / January 23