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Suns Set 3-Point Franchise Record vs. Mavericks

Parting ways with superstar Kevin Durant and acquiring Jalen Green and Dillon Brooks in return has worked well for the Phoenix Suns. In a season where they were expected to take a step back, Devin Booker and company have raised their level and are now setting new franchise marks.

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Suns’ Jalen Green suffers injury and limps to locker room against Mavericks

Jalen Green suffered a right knee injury and went back to the locker room of the Suns’ matchup against the Mavericks on Wednesday, and his absence has shifted the entire energy surrounding Phoenix.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / April 8

Suns Change Starting Lineup vs Mavericks

PHOENIX — In their regular season home finale, the Phoenix Suns are hoping to get back in the win column against the Dallas Mavericks. After Phoenix dropped last night's big matchup against the Houston Rockets, the Suns are needing a boost of energy on the second night of a back-to-back.

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How many of the 30 NBA players to average at least three blocks-per-game for an entire season can you name in five minutes?

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NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 8

Kevin Durant had the cruelest trash talk for Dillon Brooks

Dillon Brooks may have finally met his match. Brooks and the Phoenix Suns battled on Tuesday night against Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Ariz.

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Grayson Allen News / Phoenix Suns on SI / April 8

Suns Suffer Setback Just Before Mavericks Matchup

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns will not have Grayson Allen available for tonight's matchup against the Dallas Mavericks. Allen was initially ruled questionable with a right quad contusion ahead of action.

Jordan Goodwin News / Bright Side Of The Sun / April 8

Jordan Goodwin wins Dan Majerle Hustle Award

Many fans wondered if Jordan Goodwin would even make the opening day roster when the team claimed him off waivers after being released by the Los Angeles Lakers.

Grayson Allen News / Burn City Sports / April 8

Do the Suns have a Grayson Allen problem following Rockets loss?

The Phoenix Suns suffer its worst loss of the season, blowing a 21-point lead to former teammate, now rival Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets. After an explosive first quarter, the franchise came out flat for the final three quarters and looked outmatch.

Mark Williams News / Burn City Sports / April 8

Suns’ Mark Williams lands on injury report before Mavericks matchup on Wednesday

The Phoenix Suns will enter their final regular-season home game tonight against the Dallas Mavericks without center Mark Williams, after the injury report listed him as out for Wednesday night.

NBA News / Phoenix Suns on SI / April 8

Suns Could Be Down 2 Key Players for Home Finale vs Mavericks

The Phoenix Suns have a longer injury report for their regular-season home finale tonight against the Dallas Mavericks on the second night of a back-to-back.

Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / April 8

Phoenix Suns clinch play-in spot with opponent and location still in question

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns are officially locked into the NBA Play-In Tournament after their loss to the Houston Rockets on Tuesday. Who are they likely to face, and why are these next three games still important?

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / April 8

Will the Phoenix Suns find any rhythm before the 2025-26 NBA play-in tournament?

Momentum heading into the NBA playoffs isn’t just about wins; it’s about built-up chemistry over the season, team identity, and being healthy. Right now, the Phoenix Suns are searching for that at the worst possible time.

NBA News / Phoenix Suns on SI / April 8

Kevin Durant Fires Back at Dillon Brooks' Antics

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns found themselves up by 20 points early before Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets got the last laugh in 119-105 fashion. In

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Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / April 8

4 metrics that paint a concerning picture of the Phoenix Suns’ current trajectory

April showers might bring May flowers, sure, but quality basketball in April opens the door to May games. Perhaps even June. This is the stretch where teams tighten things up, clean their rotations, and get ready for the games that actually matter.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / April 8

Suns Coach Explains Reasoning Behind Controversial Lineup

The Phoenix Suns need to figure out things fast with the postseason now just three games away. Phoenix (43-36) has gone 4-9 over its last 13 games and is now locked into the play-in after last night's 119-105 loss to the Houston Rockets.

Cooper Flagg News / Field Level Media / April 8

Suns, bound for play-in tournament, take on Cooper Flagg, Mavs

The Phoenix Suns spent the first 79 games of the NBA season in a vain attempt to lock up a top-six seed in the Western Conference playoffs. Their task now is to hang on to postseason spot No.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 8

Kevin Durant shares a brutally honest opinion of Dillon Brooks

Dillon Brooks is going to try harder if he wants to get under Kevin Durant’s skin. The two faced off anew on Tuesday, as Brooks’ Phoenix Suns hosted Durant and the Houston Rockets at the Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix, Ariz.

Kevin Durant News / Athlon Sports / April 8

Kevin Durant Calls Out Former Team Suns for Foul Baiting in Phoenix Return

Kevin Durant made a strong return to Phoenix on Tuesday night, leading the Houston Rockets to a convincing 119–105 victory against his former team. Entering the night averaging 26.8 points over his last ten games, Durant overcame a slow shooting start to finish with 24 points and five three-pointers at the Mortgage Matchup Center.

NBA News / Bright Side Of The Sun / April 8

Game Rockets overcome poor start and dismiss Suns, 119-105

What is with the Suns dominating the first quarter and then struggling throughout? I could have sworn that in the last game I covered against the Charlotte Hornets, the Suns did the same thing they did tonight.

NBA News / Burn City Sports / April 8

Phoenix Suns fiery start extinguished by Houston Rockets in emotional matchup

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns opened Tuesday’s matchup against the Houston Rockets hot, but couldn’t seal the deal as they suffered a season sweep at the hands of Houston in a 119-105 loss.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 8

Amen Thompson, Jalen Green had fiery exchange in Rockets-Suns clash

Jalen Green and Amen Thompson showed some animosity between them during Tuesday’s clash between the Houston Rockets and Phoenix Suns. The Suns led the Rockets 55-50 late in the second half when Devin Booker gave possession up to Thompson, leading to a 1-on-1 face-off between the Rockets wing and his former teammate Green on the other end.

Phoenix Suns News / Athlon Sports / April 7

Final Injury Report for Rockets-Suns: Will Dillon Brooks, Haywood Highsmith Play?

The Phoenix Suns are at home on Tuesday night as they host the Houston Rockets in a Western Conference showdown. Phoenix enters Tuesday’s game with a 43-35 record after defeating the Chicago Bulls on the road on Sunday.

NBA News / Total Pro Sports / April 7

Mavericks vs. Suns: Prediction, Probable Starting Lineups, and Injury Updates (Apr 08)

The Phoenix Suns look to strengthen their postseason positioning as they host a Dallas Mavericks squad focused on finishing a developmental season on a

Dillon Brooks News / Hoops Rumors / April 6

Dillon Brooks Has Tech Rescinded, Can Play Tuesday

Suns wing Dillon Brooks has received a reprieve from the league office. His technical foul that was issued with 7:24 remaining in the fourth quarter of Phoenix’s game against the Bulls on Sunday has been rescinded, NBA Official tweets.

Jordan Ott News / Hoops Wire / April 3

Suns coach Jordan Ott: Defensive breakdowns starting to cost us

Despite a strong overall season, the Suns are still searching for more consistency on the defensive end, particularly as they approach the postseason. Head coach Jordan Ott has emphasized a more physical defensive identity throughout the year, with veterans like Dillon Brooks helping set the tone.