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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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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

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.

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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.

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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.

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.

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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

Phoenix Suns make franchise history in dominant first quarter against Rockets

The Phoenix Suns didn’t just get hot in the first quarter on Tuesday night against the Houston Rockets; they made franchise history per NBC Sports and started a conversation.

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Kevin Durant News / Burn City Sports / April 8

Kevin Durant’s opinion on Phoenix Suns reveals bigger story behind the scenes

Kevin Durant had some glaring comments in his return to Phoenix for the matchup between the Suns and the Houston Rockets, though his tone changed when he was asked about his view on the team now and what occurred during his time in the valley.

NBA News / Burn City Sports / April 7

Jordan Ott welcomes emotional stakes as Phoenix Suns prep for Kevin Durant, Houston Rockets

PHOENIX — Kevin Durant is making his way back to Mortgage Matchup Center for the first time since being traded by the Phoenix Suns to the Houston Rockets in the offseason.

Dillon Brooks News / Burn City Sports / April 7

Dillon Brooks committed to Suns, wants to retire in Phoenix

One of the biggest surprises this NBA season has been the Phoenix Suns. From expected lottery loiters to playoff predators, the franchise has cemented itself as one of the most hardworking teams in the NBA, which can be thanks to the arrival of Dillon Brooks.

Kevin Durant News / Burn City Sports / April 7

Durant 'over' trade from Suns to Rockets ahead of return to Phoenix

GLENDALE – Ahead of Tuesday’s matchup between the Phoenix Suns and Houston Rockets, 16-time All-Star Kevin Durant broke his silence about his return against his former team.

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

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / April 7

Suns Know Kevin Durant's Return Will Be Must-See TV

PHOENIX — Kevin Durant's return to Mortgage Matchup Arena, the first time he'll play against the Phoenix Suns here in the desert since being traded over the summer, is set to be must-see television.

Kevin Durant News / Field Level Media / April 6

Rockets, Suns fight for playoff position as Kevin Durant returns to Phoenix

Kevin Durant will make his belated return to Phoenix when the Houston Rockets play the host Suns on Tuesday. Durant missed the first game between the two in Phoenix in November while attending to a family matter, but about the only thing that matters now is playoff positioning.

Phoenix Suns News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 6

Suns’ dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NBA Playoffs

Although the Phoenix Suns have some nightmare scenarios possibly awaiting them for the 2026 NBA Playoffs, there are some dream matchups as well. They are three games behind the Minnesota Timberwolves for the sixth seed in the Western Conference.

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.

Phoenix Suns News / Field Level Media / April 5

Suns make clutch shots late to finish off Bulls

Devin Booker scored 30 points, Jalen Green added 25 and Dillon Brooks sank a pair of clutch baskets down the stretch to help the Phoenix Suns past the host Chicago Bulls 120-110 on Sunday.

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.