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Former Suns GM James Jones addresses tanking situation in NBA

The conversation surrounding tanking in the NBA is as big as it has ever been, and former Suns player and General Manager James Jones had an interesting take on the situation per Duane Rankin of AZCentral.

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The Suns’ draft workouts are starting to reveal a direction

The NBA Draft is less than a month away, and we’re starting to build our boards, review prospects, and decide who we’d like to see the Phoenix Suns target with the 47th pick in the 2026 NBA Draft.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / May 29

Former Suns GM Gets Honest on New NBA Anti-Tanking Rules

The NBA just introduced a plethora of new anit-tanking policies, and former Phoenix Suns general manager James Jones — who now works for the NBA as the head of basketball operations — says the league's prior investigations into teams potentially losing on purpose for better draft position showed clear cause for changes.

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

Inside the Suns: Trading draft picks, Suns teams, and players from the past in today’s NBA

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 — gives their takes on the Suns’ latest issues and news.

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The 'NBA Coaches of the Year' quiz

How many NBA Coach of the Year winners since the 1979-80 season can you name in five minutes?

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The 'NBA MVPs' quiz

Devin Booker News / Bright Side Of The Sun / May 28

Devin Booker falls less than you probably thought he did

Flopping and falling. That has somehow become one of the primary conversations around the NBA during this postseason, which in and of itself is pretty embarrassing for the league.

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The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

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

What the NBA Draft Lottery reform rules are and how they could affect the Suns

It is official. The NBA has passed a draft lottery reform, as 29 of the 30 teams voted in favor (with Memphis being the only team to vote against the anti-tanking measures).

Jordan Ott News / Phoenix Suns on SI / May 28

Suns Coach Jordan Ott Got Some Love in NBA Award Voting

PHOENIX — Phoenix Suns head coach Jordan Ott didn't accomplish the ultimate goal of winning a champiduring his first season in the desert, though he sure earned some respect along the way.

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

Who Phoenix should watch in the back end of Round 1?

We wrap up our series on first round draft prospects by taking a look at players who could be available if the Suns decide to trade into the 29 to 31 range.

Dillon Brooks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 28

Suns fans may need to do a double take after Dillon Brooks’ new look

Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks has always colored outside the lines. He does things his own way, regardless of what others might say. There is something admirable about it, even though many regard him as a villain because of his brash style.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / May 27

The case for not extending Dillon Brooks

The Phoenix Suns have numerous decisions ahead of them this upcoming offseason, including multiple restricted free agents, unrestricted free agents, and players with trade value.

NBA News / Phoenix Suns on SI / May 27

Suns Working Out Florida State Playmaker Ahead of NBA Draft

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns' 2026 NBA Draft prep continues with an under-the-radar workout in Florida State guard Robert McCray, who had a workout with the team according to Arizona Sports' John Gambadoro.

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The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

PJ Washington News / Bright Side Of The Sun / May 27

Suns Trade Verdict: Is P.J. Washington a solution at power forward?

It’s been a while since I dove into one of these articles, so let’s have some fun this afternoon. With the offseason inching closer and closer with less than a month to the draft, things will heat up once the season is over.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / May 27

What Suns Can Really Learn From Spurs' Playoff Success

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns are watching these NBA playoffs closely. The Suns, after making the postseason in surprising fashion this past season, are now tasked with finding ways to improve within the margins to potentially take the next step in 2026-27.

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The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz

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The 'Active playoff double-doubles' quiz

The '3 3-pointer, 3-block Playoff games' quiz

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / May 27

The 26th pick could open up intriguing options for Phoenix

With the NBA Draft less than a month away, we continue looking at potential prospects the Suns could have their eye on, especially if they opt to trade into the first round.

Jordan Ott News / Bright Side Of The Sun / May 27

Jordan Ott finishes 5th in Coach of the Year voting

Phoenix Suns Head Coach Jordan Ott finished fifth in NBA Coach of the Year voting, the NBA announced on Tuesday, receiving one 2nd place vote and eight 3rd place votes.

Ja Morant News / Burn City Sports / May 26

Is trading for Ja Morant the right move for the Phoenix Suns?

With trade rumors flying surrounding Ja Morant and the Phoenix Suns, would the situation actually work if it were to happen? The temptation is obvious, as few players in the NBA can bend a defense like Ja Morant.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / May 26

The Suns keep getting dragged into mock trades that make no sense

When the offseason rolls around, the internet starts doing some wild things. People get bored. They spend a little too much time in the trade machine. The results can be nothing short of horrifying.

Dillon Brooks News / Phoenix Suns on SI / May 26

Dillon Brooks Extension Should Be No-Brainer for Suns

PHOENIX — Dillon Brooks was at the helm of the Phoenix Suns' turnaround, and this summer, he's set to reap some of those rewards. Brooks initially arrived last offseason in the blockbuster deal that sent him and Jalen Green to the Suns in exchange for Kevin Durant.