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Final two candidates for Suns head coaching job revealed

ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania revealed the final two candidates for the Phoenix Suns head coaching job in Cleveland Cavaliers assistants Johnnie Bryant and Jordan Ott.

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LeBron James Featured in 'Welcome to NBA' Moment for Suns Rookie

Every player has their "welcome to the NBA" moment, though not everybody's comes against Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James. Phoenix Suns forward Ryan Dunn might consider himself lucky.

Bill Simmons News / NBA Analysis Network / June 2

Bill Simmons proposes Phoenix Suns and New York Knicks mega-trade, ‘get out of the…’

NBA analyst Bill Simmons solves the Phoenix Suns and New York Knicks’ problems with this proposed trade idea. Heading into the offseason, the Phoenix Suns are at a crossroads regarding a major decision around the future of their superstar Kevin Durant.

Kevin Durant News / Athlon Sports / June 2

Trade Idea Sees Kevin Durant Land With Historic NBA Franchise in Blockbuster Deal

A bold trade proposal from Yahoo Sports’ Tom Haberstroh has sparked fervent speculation, envisioning Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant joining the New

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Phoenix Suns coaching search: Focus narrows to pair of Cavaliers assistants, per report · CBSSports.com

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Insider: Suns Are 'Tough' Situation for New Coach

The Phoenix Suns are reportedly down to two finalists on their current head coach opening, according to NBA insider Shams Charania. "The Phoenix Suns have narrowed their head coaching search to two finalists from the Cleveland Cavaliers, associate coach Johnnie Bryant and assistant Jordan Ott," Charania shared on X.

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The 25 most unlikely NBA Finals heroes

Often it's not the best players who come through on the court when a team needs it during the most important time of the season. Here's our look at some unsung or overlooked performances in the history of the NBA Finals.

Devin Booker News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 2

ESPN suggests Suns-Mavericks trade swapping Cooper Flagg pick, Devin Booker

The Dallas Mavericks are reportedly not very interested in trading the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, which will almost certainly be Cooper Flagg.

Phoenix Suns News / Fastbreak on SI / June 2

NBA Legend Says He Wants To Coach The Phoenix Suns

Metta World Peace was once among the best players in the NBA. During the 2010 season, he helped the Los Angeles Lakers win the title. On Monday, the former NBA All-Star announced that he wants to coach the Phoenix Suns.

Phoenix Suns News / Larry Brown Sports / June 2

Suns down to 2 finalists for their head coach job

The Phoenix Suns are down to two finalists for their head coaching vacancy, both of them assistants with the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Suns are focused on either Cavaliers associate coach Johnnie Bryant or assistant coach Jordan Ott as their replacement for the fired Mike Budenholzer, according to Shams Charania of ESPN.

Kevin Durant News / Phoenix Suns on SI / June 2

Report: Suns Reinforcing Intention to Trade Kevin Durant

The Phoenix Suns' offseason, expected to be one of the busiest in franchise history, has only had two major highlights so far nearly two months after it ended.

Phoenix Suns News / Athlon Sports / June 2

Phoenix Suns' Head Coaching Search Gets Major Update on Monday

It is set to be an offseason full of change for the Phoenix Suns as they failed to even come close to meeting expectations during the season. Phoenix finished the season 11th in the Western Conference standings with an abysmal 36-46 record, missing the playoffs for the first time since the 2019-20 campaign.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / June 2

Johnnie Bryant and Jordan Ott emerge as finalists for Suns' job

Matt Ishbia prepares to meet with Suns coaching finalists And then there were two. The Phoenix Suns’ head coaching search has been long, deliberate, and at times, excruciating.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / June 2

Major Development in Suns' Head Coaching Vacancy Revealed on Monday

The Phoenix Suns' head coaching search isn't quite done yet. The club is approaching a pivotal offseason. The 2025 NBA Draft is on the horizon, followed shortly by free agency.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 2

Report: ‘Strong Indications’ Suns Will Trade Kevin Durant No Matter Who New Coach Is

According to Marc Stein of The Stein Line, there are “strong indications” that the Phoenix Suns will trade Kevin Durant this offseason, no matter who the

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Devin Booker's Nike Shoes are 51% Off Online — How to Buy Them

What an incredible run it has been for Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker's first signature Nike basketball shoe. After a slow start last year, the Nike Book 1 heated up with some incredible colorways throughout this NBA season.

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Phoenix Suns Payroll Tops Finals Teams Combined

The Phoenix Suns are one of the most expensive teams in the NBA. Despite trading for big-name players and paying them record salaries, they failed to make the playoffs.

Phoenix Suns News / Hoops Rumors / June 2

Chris Quinn, Jordan Ott Frontrunners For Suns’ Head Coaching Job?

After reporting over the weekend that the Suns are expected to advance two or three finalists to the last round of their head coaching search to meet with

Devin Booker News / Bright Side Of The Sun / June 2

Inside the Suns - Topics: The offseason trade market, Devin Booker, trading draft picks

Your weekly Inside the Suns analysis straight from the BSotS community who live and breathe the team. Each week, the Fantable — a round table of Bright Siders — give their takes on the Suns’ latest issues and news.

Kevin Durant News / San Antonio Spurs on SI / June 1

New Report on Kevin Durant Leaving Suns Amid Spurs Trade Interest

With the emergence of Victor Wembanyama in the 2024-25 season, the San Antonio Spurs are now in win-now mode. Looking to utilize the abilities that their superstar center possesses, they went out and traded for Sacramento Kings star point guard De'Aaron Fox before the 2025 trade deadline.

Devin Booker News / Hoops Wire / June 1

Report: Suns Won’t Trade Devin Booker, Who Is Involved With Coaching Search

According to Marc Stein of The Stein Line, the Phoenix Suns will not trade Devin Booker this offseason. Booker, who has spent his entire career with the

Devin Booker News / Burn City Sports / May 31

Suns Devin Booker involved in team’s head coaching search

Phoenix Suns superstar guard Devin Booker has solidified his commitment to the franchise in the team’s latest coach search. NBA Insider Marc Stein revealed that the four-time All-Star has been involved with the candidates for the coaching vacancy within the organization and has helped in the late stage of interviews with the finalists.

Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / May 30