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Would the Phoenix Suns pull off a trade for Miles Bridges?

The Phoenix Suns are once again being mentioned as a team worth watching in potential trade discussions involving Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges.

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Could Suns replace Collin Gillespie with another Gillespie in 2026 NBA Draft?

With Phoenix Suns guard Collin Gillespie expected to get a bigger offer in unrestricted free agency, the reality of him not returning is a real possibility.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / June 12

Why Insider Believes Suns Ultimately Won't Pursue Miles Bridges Trade

PHOENIX — The month of June always seems to spur new trade rumors in the NBA, though the latest connection for the Phoenix Suns comes in the form of a previously rumored name.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / June 12

The center answer might be someone Suns fans know too well

What if I told you that the Suns could increase their production at the starting center position while simultaneously paying less money than it would take to re-sign Mark Williams?

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The '6+ three-pointer NBA Finals games' quiz

How many of the players to make at least six three-pointers in an NBA Finals game can you name in five minutes?

The '25 points in less than 30 minutes' quiz

The 'NBA steals-per-game leaders' quiz

The 'Active playoff double-doubles' quiz

Phoenix Suns News / The Lead / June 12

Phoenix Suns 2026 NBA Draft Preview

The Phoenix Suns were supposed to be terrible last season. Vegas projected them to win 30 games — they exceeded that figure by Feb. 3. While a healthy sweep at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder was not the ideal ending for the Suns, the fact that they were in the playoffs at all was a huge win.

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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 / Phoenix Suns on SI / June 12

Mock Draft Roundup: Experts Have Suns Taking Big-Name Players in Latest Predictions

The 2026 NBA Draft is just under two weeks away, as the Phoenix Suns look to bolster their roster with their selection. Phoenix currently has the No. 47 pick in the draft, which will be held at Barclays Center on June 23 and 24, although there are a few candidates the Suns could want to trade up for.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / June 12

What happens if every Suns draft favorite is already off the board?

Currently, a lot of names are being floated as possible Suns picks at 47. Most of the players I initially identified as bargains at 47 back in April have moved so far up the chart that they are now late first or early second round picks, including Tarris Reed, Henri Veesaar, and Zuby Ejiofor.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 12

Three realistic trades the Cavs could make to improve their roster

A lot of trade rumors surrounding the Cleveland Cavaliers involve the likes of Giannis Antetokounmpo or LeBron James being dealt for. Here are some more realistic trade possibilities.

Cavs trade idea would bring Grayson Allen to Cleveland

Pelicans reportedly exploring trade into lottery

Five wild NBA moves that would make the 2026-27 season absolutely bonkers

The 'NBA Finals MVPs' quiz

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / June 11

Drafting for Identity: 5 Draft targets for the Phoenix Suns

The Phoenix Suns enter this month’s draft holding the number 47 overall pick. As mentioned in my last piece (linked below), do not be surprised if they look to trade up.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / June 10

If Suns Trade Up in NBA Draft, Here's Who They'll Want

The 2025-26 Phoenix Suns season is now well over one month in the rearview mirror, with the upcoming NBA draft becoming the sole focus of a franchise that bounced back from a disastrous 2024-25 campaign.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / June 10

Evaluating Suns' Biggest Need This Summer — And How They Can Fix It

The Phoenix Suns' roster construction following the Kevin Durant trade last summer was always wonky with a lot of positional overlap, but the Suns found a way to make it work by exceeding all presseson expectations with a 45-37 record.

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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.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / June 10

The Suns’ Highlander dilemma has an obvious survivor

From the dawn of time we came and now, after a season that raised as many questions as it answered, we are finally here. The time of the Gathering is upon us.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / June 10

4 Suns Role Players Who Could Emerge As Starters Next Season

The Phoenix Suns were surprisingly one of the deeper teams in the NBA this season because of how well players stepped up when their names were called. Heading into next season, the Suns will likely have almost the same roster, which means the biggest changes could end up coming internally.

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The '6+ three-pointer NBA Finals games' quiz

The 'Single-playoff goal leaders' quiz

The 'Youngest 30-point NBA Finals games' quiz

The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz

Naji Marshall News / Bright Side Of The Sun / June 10

Suns Trade Verdict: Can Naji Marshall fill the void the Suns keep chasing?

With the NBA Finals currently underway, news and discussion about the Suns have quieted down over the last few weeks. That said, it’s important to highlight how this team can improve to put itself in a better position heading into next year.

Ja Morant News / Burn City Sports / June 9

Are the Ja Morant and Phoenix Suns trade rumors officially off the table?

Whenever trade speculation surrounding Memphis star Ja Morant surfaced, the Phoenix Suns were frequently mentioned as a rumored destination, but those plans have now seemingly fallen through, per Brett Siegel of Clutch Points.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / June 9

One Thing Every Top Suns Player Needs to Improve

The Phoenix Suns surprised a lot of people this season, as almost everyone on the team elevated their play to help Phoenix make the playoffs with a 45-37 record despite low preseason expectations.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / June 9

Heres Exactly What Type of Player Suns Should Target in 2026 NBA Draft

The Phoenix Suns currently only have the No. 47 pick in the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft, but do have options on what they can do. Phoenix could elect to move up in the draft, whether it be a better pick in the second round or all the way into the first round, as it has shown to be willing to make draft-day trades in the past couple years.

Phoenix Suns News / NBA Draft on SI / June 8

Assessing the Suns' Biggest Needs at the 2026 NBA Draft

A first-round exit for most NBA teams will leave their fans disappointed, but the Phoenix Suns can walk away from this season hopeful. After trading Kevin Durant for Dillon Brooks and Jalen Green, they had some of the lowest expectations in years.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / June 8

Separating Reality From Fiction About Suns Offseason

The Phoenix Suns have a few options for what they could do this offseason after going 45-37 in the 2025-26 season, surpassing all preseason expectations.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / June 8

Suns Forward Aiming For Bigger Plans After Exciting Rookie Season

PHOENIX — There's plenty of excitement around the Phoenix Suns and what could come of next season. The team managed to make a surprise push to the postseason, which was a massive win considering earlier expectations had them finishing as one of the worst teams in the league.

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

The Suns shouldn’t keep Mark Williams if it would hurt Khaman Maluach’s growth

I was at the Barclays Center when it happened last year. As NBA Commissioner Adam Silver announced the Phoenix Suns’ selection of Duke Center Khaman Maluach with the 10th pick of the 2025 NBA Draft, the Shams Charania notification came in that Phoenix was acquiring Charlotte Hornets big man Mark Williams for the 29th pick and a 2029 first-rounder.

Dean Wade News / Hoops Wire / June 6

Suns among teams interested in Cavs free agent Dean Wade

Dean Wade is hitting the open market this summer, and the Suns are already on his radar. According to ClutchPoints’ Brett Siegel, Phoenix has had internal discussions about Wade dating back to the trade deadline and is one of several teams expected to pursue the Cavaliers forward in free agency.

Devin Booker News / Kicks on SI / June 4