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Following Major Offseason Overhaul, Suns Embracing Philosophical Change And Jordan Ott’s Energy

Mat Ishbia has received a lot of criticism — and rightfully so — since taking control of the Phoenix Suns. Ishbia, who has made a lot of changes in his two-plus seasons, completely overhauled the basketball department following last season’s debacle.

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PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns are going into the Intuit Dome fresh off an identity-setting 120-116 comeback win against the Sacramento Kings to open the season.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / October 23

Suns Rule Out Key Player for Two More Games

PHOENIX — After being out for the Phoenix Suns’ season-opening 120-116 victory over the Sacramento Kings Wednesday night, new starting guard Jalen Green will miss more time with his right hamstring strain.

NBA News / Bright Side Of The Sun / October 23

The quarter that changed everything for the Suns in their comeback win over Sacramento

After a match that started full of energy and desire, our Suns gradually succumbed to the Kings’ offensives and a fire-setting Zach LaVine, forcing Ott and his team to retreat to the locker room with a 17-point deficit.

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How many of the NBA players to make at least six three-pointers in a game on 35 or more occasions can you name in five minutes?

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Jordan Ott News / NBA Draft on SI / October 23

Grading the Debuts of Every 2025 NBA Draft Lottery Pick

After two opening night thrillers, 24 teams were in action Wednesday night playing their first game of the season. It was business as usual for many, but for the league's rookies it was the first taste of NBA action.

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The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / October 23

Suns React to Impressive Comeback Victory in Season Opener

The Phoenix Suns had a terrific start to the Jordan Ott era, coming back from down 20 to defeat the Sacramento Kings 120-116 in their season opener Wednesday night.

Jordan Ott News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 23

How Jordan Ott earned his ‘Valley moment’ in first win as Suns head coach

PHOENIX– In the season opener, Phoenix Suns head coach Jordan Ott had the first of what could be many ‘valley moments’. It was an atypical game, considering the Suns were down by as many as 20 during the second quarter.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / October 23

Three Takeaways as Suns Win Season Opener

The Phoenix Suns overcame a 20-point deficit and beat a division rival in their season opener, 120-116, on Wednesday night at Mortgage Matchup Center. Phoenix's win over the Domantas Sabonis-less Sacramento Kings showed its roster is in alignment with a new culture and vision presented from ownership down to major changes in the roster.

NBA News / Last Word On Sports / October 23

Suns Showcase New, Gritty Culture in Comeback Win over Kings

The Phoenix Suns had two 20-point comebacks in the entire 2024-25 season. They only needed one game to get their first of 2025-26. Despite trailing 64-44

Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / October 22

Three key factors in Suns’ season-opener vs. Kings

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns are finally back and are kick-starting a new era under first-year head coach Jordan Ott against the Sacramento Kings. Following the departures of Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal, the goal isn’t about a championship.

Phoenix Suns News / NBA Analysis Network / October 22

Steve Nash praises Jordan Ott for ‘really exciting’ impact on the Phoenix Suns, ‘Going to surprise you…’

Steve Nash gets real about the Phoenix Suns’ ‘cultural reset’ ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season. The Phoenix Suns will start their season without the dynamic duo of Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal after parting ways with them in the offseason.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / October 21

Suns Coach Says Only One Player Will Be Out for Season Opener

Phoenix Suns coach Jordan Ott told reporters Tuesday that everyone except new starting guard Jalen Green would be available for Phoenix's season opener Wednesday against the Sacramento Kings.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / October 20

Suns Officially Pass on Extending New Starter

The Phoenix Suns chose not to extend new starting center Mark Williams ahead of today's deadline for players in the 2022 NBA Draft to ink rookie-scale extensions.

Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / October 20

ESPN makes bold prediction for Suns’ 2025-26 season

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns are just a few days away from opening night against the Sacramento Kings after an offseason of seismic change. Following the departures of Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal, the 2025-26 NBA season marks the start of a new era in The Valley, led by first-year head coach Jordan Ott.

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Phoenix Suns News / NBA Analysis Network / October 20

Jordan Ott raves about what Dillon Brooks has been doing in practice for the Phoenix Suns

Dillon Brooks will begin a new chapter of his career during the 2025-26 NBA season. The Houston Rockets decided to part ways with Dillon Brooks following a two-year stint as he was traded to the Phoenix Suns.

Phoenix Suns News / NBA Analysis Network / October 19

Jordan Ott explains why Suns picked Jordan Goodwin over Jared Butler for final roster, ‘an edge…’

The Phoenix Suns had to choose between Jordan Goodwin and Jared Butler after both stars were sensational in preseason. The Phoenix Suns have had to transform their roster this offseason, as they look to move on from their failed big-three experiment.

Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / October 19

Ott Ball: A defense that attacks instead of absorbs

Defend or explode. This seems to be the motto of these new Phoenix Suns. Under Jordan Ott, Phoenix is betting everything on pressure and speed, even if it means flirting with the limit.

Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / October 19

Suns center takes major step toward opening night return

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns have one of the youngest, deepest center rotations in the NBA, but its headliner, former Charlotte Hornet Mark Williams, has been plagued with injury throughout his career.

Phoenix Suns News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Suns Coach Jordan Ott Flashes Knowing Smile Amid Rough Dillon Brooks Injury News

The Phoenix Suns are starting over this season with Jordan Ott the team's new head coach in place of departed Mike Budenholzer. Ott served as an assistant under Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson last season in Cleveland and will be tasked with improving the team on both ends of the court with a focus on defense.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / October 17

Suns' Season Opener Might Have Gotten Easier

The Sacramento Kings could be without their star center for their Oct. 22 season opener against the Phoenix Suns. NBA insider Chris Haynes reported on X Thursday: "Sacramento Kings star Domantas Sabonis sustained a mild hamstring strain and he’ll miss the preseason finale vs.

Phoenix Suns News / Athlon Sports / October 15