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How the Suns match up with the Mavericks for the second round - May 1 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.922658

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman preview the Phoenix Suns'second-round series against the Mavericks. Do the Mavs have enough punch beyond Luka Doncic? And how much will Deandre Ayton be a proble...

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Suns have strong Game 1 vs. Mavs w/ Mike Vigil and Sam Cooper - May 3 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.917737

Kellan Olson is joined by The Timeline Podcast's Mike Vigil and Sam Cooper to discuss how the Suns played in a Game 1 win against the Mavericks, how optimistic they are for Phoenix in the rest o...

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Suns take commanding 2-0 lead over Mavericks w/ Brendon Kleen - May 5 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.911985

Kellan Olson is joined by Locked on Suns'Brendon Kleen to discuss how much they read into two strong Phoenix performances that indicate this series against Dallas could be a big mismatch.

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Suns stumble in Game 3 vs. Mavericks w/ David and Max - May 7 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.906609

Kellan Olson is joined by The Four Point Play Newsletter's David and Max to discuss what went wrong for the Suns in their Game 3 loss to the Mavericks and what needs to change for Game 4.

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No news on the Kevin Durant trade front - July 6 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.864493

Kevin Durant is still with the Brooklyn Nets, but the Phoenix Suns had an active weekend signing free agents who could be on the back end of the rotation.

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Cams are injured, and what to make of 2 preseason games - Oct. 7 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.837974

A loss to the Adelaide 36ers and a win over the Lakers to begin the preseason shed some light on what the Phoenix Suns reserve contributions could look like for 2022-23.

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Who's going to be the Phoenix Suns'No. 2? from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.814077

With Chris Paul aging and Cam Johnson injured, there's more pressure on Deandre Ayton and Mikal Bridges to take on a larger offensive load.

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Suns roll, Book's 51 and Ayton's strong stretch - Dec. 1 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.806526

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman touch on the Suns'strong stretch led by Devin Booker -- a potential MVP candidate -- and Deandre Ayton, among others.

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What to take from the Suns'blowouts to the Mavs, Celtics - Dec. 8 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.801566

Blowout losses against the Mavericks and Celtics have shifted the tone around the Phoenix Suns. Is it time to panic as Chris Paul returns?

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How bad have the Suns been and where do they go from here? - Jan. 3 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.783794

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman discuss the short-term problems and the long-term outlook for this version of the Phoenix Suns with the trade deadline in sight.

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Kyrie Irving and the Suns? It's apparently a thing - Feb. 3 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.766584

Kyrie Irving wants out of the Brooklyn Nets and the Phoenix Suns are a potential suitor, according to reports. Is it, like, a good idea?

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Kyrie Irving to the Mavs and what the Suns'reported CP3 offer means - Feb. 6 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.761624

The Phoenix Suns reportedly offered Chris Paul in a trade package before the Nets agreed to send Kyrie Irving to the Dallas Mavericks.

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Mat Ishbia's introduction presser and a refuted Isiah Thomas report - Feb. 8 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.757039

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman podcast after attending Mat Ishbia's intro press conference as owner of the Suns, and try to break down a squashed report about his intentions of hiring Isiah Th...

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Kevin Durant is a Phoenix Sun - Feb. 9 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.752632

It's a middle-of-the-night emergency pod after the Phoenix Suns traded a boatload, including Mikal Bridges and Cam Johnson, to the Brooklyn Nets for Kevin Durant.

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More on Durant, the Dario trade and and the trade deadline - Feb. 9 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.747816

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman podcast for the third time in a 24-hour span as the Kevin Durant trade leads to the Dario Saric trade before the wild deadline passes.

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Kevin Durant's Suns debut went pretty well - March 1 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.737401

Kevin Durant dropped 23 points in 27 minutes in his debut for the Phoenix Suns. It was smooth, but the defensive possibilities popped out more.

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Three games in, Kevin Durant looks good for the Suns - March 7 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.732502

Kevin Durant is opening up the Suns'offense for Chris Paul and others. What are the next steps for the team and what flaws does Phoenix have to address?

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Who should the Suns want to face in the playoffs? from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.713770

The Warriors, Lakers, Clippers and Pelicans all have a shot at landing the No. 5 seed to play the Phoenix Suns. Plus, how is the rotation looking heading into the final set of games?

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Chris Paul injures his groin and the Suns are on the ropes - May 1 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.689061

Chris Paul pulled a groin, and despite progress from Game 1 to Game 2, the Suns face a daunting task after falling down, 2-0 in the Western Conference semis to the Nuggets.

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How will the Suns react to Chris Paul's injury in Game 3 vs. the Nuggets? - May 3 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.683176

Chris Paul is expected to miss about a week, so what lineup changes could the Phoenix Suns take a swing at starting in Game 3 against the Denver Nuggets?

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Suns take a must-win Game 3 vs. Nuggets w/ Luke Lapinski - May 6 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.679168

Kellan Olson is joined by Luke Lapinski to discuss Phoenix winning its first game of the series against the Nuggets.

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Duh, it's Devin Booker in a Game 4 Suns win. Plus, the'Pushbia'- May 7 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.675475

Devin Booker did what he wanted, Nikola Jokic topped 50 and Mat Ishbia flopped into a controversial topic.

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Suns coaching search creeps on, Monty Williams joins the Pistons - June 1 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.660718

The Suns still are looking for a head coach for some reason, Monty Williams is joining the Detroit Pistons and a Nuggets-Heat NBA Finals overview.

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Frank Vogel is the Suns'next head coach - June 2 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.654158

Frank Vogel will replace Monty Williams as the Phoenix Suns'head coach. That gives the team a defensive identity, but what else could it mean?

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Frank Vogel gets introduced, Suns fill his staff - June 6 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.648093

Frank Vogel was introduced on Tuesday, Mat Ishbia spoke about the process with Burns& Gambo and the Suns have filled the coaching staff with Kevin Young and David Fizdale.

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Chris Paul might be waived by the Suns, possibly - June 7 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.643423

A report about Chris Paul being told he will be waived by the Phoenix Suns is refuted just in time for Kevin's vacation to begin.

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Empire of the Suns LIVE: Suns free agency breakdown part 1 – July 3 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.605187

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman discuss what the Phoenix Suns have done in free agency so farand whether they made enough moves to catch the Denver Nuggets.

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Empire of the Suns live: Suns free agency breakdown part 2 – July 3 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.599852

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman discuss which signing was the most important for the Phoenix Suns in free agency and if they still have needs they need to address in the coming weeks.

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Tiers of the Western Conference, Part 1 - Aug. 3 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.587011

Before we get to the Phoenix Suns, Denver Nuggets and NBA contenders, we first take a look at the bottom-half of the Western Conference.

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Tiers of the Western Conference, Part 2 - Aug. 3 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.582029

It's the Suns and Nuggets at the top of the NBA's Western Conference. From there, it could be a mess of teams trying to challenge them in the top tier.

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Amar'e and Matrix go into Suns Ring of Honor&USA loses in FIBA World Cup from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.574226

Amar'e Stoudemire and Shawn Marion are going into the Phoenix Suns'Ring of Honor, and the guys talk about USA Basketball's disappointing loss to Germany in the FIBA World Cup.

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Basketball is back! 2023 Suns media day takeaways - Oct. 2 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.566359

Chris Paul and Deandre Ayton are gone and the new-look Phoenix Suns assembled before training camp starts.

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Kevin Durant rides solo, Suns meet Wemby - Nov. 1 from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.548919

Devin Booker and Bradley Beal remain injured, and the Phoenix Suns found a high offensive gear before blowing a lead against Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs.

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Devin Booker's value and an NBA In-Season Tournament preview from 2023-12-12T16:28:57.538462

The Phoenix Suns with Devin Booker at poin guard are 9-2 this year as they prepare to face the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA In-Season Tournament.

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Deandre Ayton and Chris Paul return to face the Phoenix Suns - Nov. 22 from 2023-11-22T23:17:29

The Phoenix Suns hosted Deandre Ayton and are prepared to host Chris Paul. We break down the roster and those guys'starts for the Blazers and Warriors, respectively, before Kellan goes on a rant...

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Bradley Beal is out 3 weeks, Devin Booker is back from 2023-11-17T22:12:36

Bradley Beal's back has set him aside for at least three weeks, just as Devin Booker returned from his own injury issues. How much are we panicking over the Suns'5-6 start?

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Suns split first two games with Devin Booker and Bradley Beal banged up - Oct. 27 from 2023-10-27T23:30:30

How much can we take away from the Phoenix Suns'split against the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors with Devin Booker and Bradley Beal now injured?

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Warriors-Suns and the start of a new era - Oct. 23 from 2023-10-23T23:43:04

What are we looking most forward to watching as the Phoenix Suns begin their season against the Golden State Warriors and beyond? A look at the first set of games and what we're curious about.

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Empire of the Suns'2023-24 NBA preview: Title picks, MVP predictions and more from 2023-10-18T20:20:31

We run down the major NBA awards to make predictions for MVP, most improved, sixth man, rookie and Finals teams for the 2023-24 season.

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Halfway through the Phoenix Suns'preseason - Oct. 13 from 2023-10-14T00:29:53

What are our takeaways from the role players after three Phoenix Suns preseason games? We touch on everyone from Jusuf Nurkic to Nassir Little to Bol Bol.

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Suns trade Deandre Ayton to Blazers as Damian Lillard heads to Bucks - Sept. 27 from 2023-09-27T23:57:22

The Phoenix Suns got rid of their inconsistent center, dealing Deandre Ayton to the Portland Trail Blazers as part of the Damian Lillard trade to the Milwaukee Bucks.

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Deandre Ayton, Eric Gordon and FIBA play - Aug. 23 from 2023-08-23T23:58:55

We talk what to take away from Deandre Ayton and Eric Gordon in FIBA Pre-Qualifying play, preview the FIBA World Cup and go over the Phoenix Suns'schedule.

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Bol Bol traded to Suns, Cam Payne to Spurs - July 17 from 2023-07-17T19:16:49

The Bol Bol signing went through as the Suns dealt Cam Payne to the Spurs and added more second-round choices.

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Suns Summer League reviews, Cam Payne-T.J. McConnell trade rumors and more - July 13 from 2023-07-13T18:29:46

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman dive into Jordan Goodwin and Toumani Camara from the Vegas Summer League, discuss Mat Ishbia's involvement in the team and talk out the Cam Payne-for-T.J. McConn...

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Bradley Beal's intro, Kyrie Irving's Suns rumor and an NBA free agency preview - June 29 from 2023-06-29T22:22:49

Bradley Beal was introduced Thursday, but a Kyrie Irving reports involving the Suns came out of left field. How does Phoenix attack free agency?

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Suns take Dayton F Toumani Camara in 2023 NBA Draft - June 22 from 2023-06-23T06:51:21

The Phoenix Suns didn't make a trade or splash, holding at No. 52 to select Dayton forward Toumani Camara on a day after they saw Chris Paul rerouted by the Wizards to the Warriors.

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2023 NBA Draft preview: Do the Suns trade Deandre Ayton? - June 21 from 2023-06-21T22:03:40

Deandre Ayton is just about the only tradeable player left for the Phoenix Suns, but they could be active in the 2023 NBA Draft anyway.

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Empire of the Suns live: Bradley Beal traded to the Suns - June 19 from 2023-06-19T23:41:03

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman go LIVE to discuss the Bradley Beal-Chris Paul trade and what happens now for the Phoenix Suns. 

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Empire of the Suns live: Bradley Beal special with Gambo - June 19 from 2023-06-19T22:18:04

John Gambadoro joins Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman to give the details of how the Chris Paul-Bradley Beal trade went down.

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Bradley Beal will be a Phoenix Sun as the Chris Paul era ends - June 18 from 2023-06-19T04:48:38

Bradley Beal is set to be traded from the Washington Wizards to the Phoenix Suns.

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How the Suns rebuild their roster with Chris Paul, Deandre Ayton trades - June 15 from 2023-06-15T21:40:01

Kellan Olson laid out in words how the Phoenix Suns might trade or waive Chris Paul and move Deandre Ayton to reshuffle the roster. We break it down in podcast form.

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More finalists for Suns HC job? We think? -- May 24 from 2023-05-25T14:14:43

Kellan Olson and Kevin ZImmerman go inside baseball on the inconsistent information being reported on the Suns'search for a new head coach before going over some of the new names to emerge.

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Why would Ty Lue leave the Clippers? Plus Suns roster problems - May 16 from 2023-05-16T21:37:57

We discuss the unlikelihood of Ty Lue leaving the Clippers, look at the Suns'financial problems with their big contracts and then touch on Victor Wembanyama's best landing spots.

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Suns fire Monty Williams: It can be warranted and concerning - May 13 from 2023-05-14T05:26:47

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman react to news of Monty Williams being fired. How it happened might be concerning, even if it is unsurprising. Ty Lue, Nick Nurse and Mike Budenholzer are the top...

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Suns blown out in an elimination game again - May 11 from 2023-05-12T06:48:08

The Denver Nuggets made quick work of the Phoenix Suns, but how similar was it to the 2022 Game 7 loss to the Dallas Mavericks?

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The Suns didn't show up in Game 5 vs. Nuggets - May 9 from 2023-05-10T07:06:01

The Phoenix Suns'effort and focus were gone, Kevin Durant didn't meet the moment and now it's an elimination Game 6 in Phoenix upcoming.

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Suns'expected problems rear their heads in Game 1 vs. Nuggets - April 29 from 2023-04-30T05:38:31

Defense, lapses and few contributions outside Kevin Durant and Devin Booker showed up for the Phoenix Suns as Jamal Murray led the Denver Nuggets to a Game 1 win in the Western Conference semifi...

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Previewing the Suns-Nuggets matchup - April 28 from 2023-04-28T18:26:05

We make our picks at the end but go through the matchups between the Suns and Nuggets. How different do they look than two years ago?

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Devin Booker remains good, Suns close out Clippers - April 26 from 2023-04-26T08:11:45

Devin Booker scored 47 points again thanks to a 25-point third quarter and the Suns held off a rally by the Clippers to take the series.

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Suns show a tiny amount of progress in Game 4 - April 22 from 2023-04-23T02:33:54

The Suns went up 3-1 on the Clippers with a strong defensive performance in Game 4. While it's still not especially pretty, there were teensy signs of progress as Chris Paul took over late and P...

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Once again, Devin Booker drags Suns to ugly win in Game 3 - April 20 from 2023-04-21T09:04:01

Kawhi Leonard was out for the Clippers, but Devin Booker still needed a star efforts for a disjointed Suns to pull out at 129-124 victory to go ahead 2-1 in their first-round playoff series.

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Devin Booker goes superstar mode in Game 2 - April 18 from 2023-04-19T08:08:49

Devin Booker scored 38 points and the Phoenix Suns evened their first-round playoff series against the Los Angeles Clippers at 1-1. But the Clippers have made it clear this series could be a gri...

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How worried should Suns fans be after Clippers take Game 1? April 16 from 2023-04-17T05:59:10

Kawhi Leonard rolled and the Clippers kept the ball out of Kevin Durant's and Devin Booker's hands to take Game 1.

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Previewing the Clippers-Suns NBA Playoff series - April 12 from 2023-04-12T22:48:27

It'll be the Phoenix Suns and the Los Angeles Clippers. We talk Kawhi Leonard vs. Kevin Durant, and who might guard that Devin Booker guy.

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Kevin Durant's debut in Phoenix - March 30 from 2023-03-30T22:34:03

The Suns pulled out a key win against the T-Wolves with Kevin Durant not looking like his usual self in a home debut at Footprint Center.

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The Phoenix Suns bench comes alive - March 26 from 2023-03-27T02:53:08

What have we learned about the Phoenix Suns'bench as a stretch run in a competitive Western Conference comes with Kevin Durant's return expected this week?

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What is left to learn for the Suns? - March 17 from 2023-03-17T22:50:52

What can the Suns fix up while Kevin Durant is out for the next two weeks? And can they hang onto a top-four seed in the Western Conference?

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The impact of Kevin Durant's ankle injury - March 10 from 2023-03-10T22:34:34

Kellan Olson talks about watching Kevin Durant's pregame ankle turn. How big of a deal is him missing at least three weeks of time?

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How does Kevin Durant fit within the Suns'defense and offense? - Feb. 23 from 2023-02-23T22:48:37

Kevin Durant should mesh with the Phoenix Suns well on offense. It's defense where the possibilities are intriguing, while the challenges with roster construction remain.

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Kevin Durant is introduced to the Valley - Feb. 16 from 2023-02-16T23:05:09

Kellan Olson attends Kevin Durant's introduction -- with fans. We discuss that and the Terrence Ross addition to the Phoenix Suns.

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Mikal trends up, D.A. trends down and a Suns trade deadline preview - Jan. 31 from 2023-01-31T21:44:48

Mikal Bridges is still growing, and the Phoenix Suns have options -- not to mention big questions about Deandre Ayton -- before the NBA trade deadline. It's our trade deadline preview.

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Mat Ishbia's time is near, Mikal Bridges'midrange and the wild NBA standings - Jan. 25 from 2023-01-25T21:36:24

Kellan and Kevin go quick-fire through Mat Ishbia's pending purchase, Mikal Bridges finding confidence in a bigger role and the Suns'crazy place in the Western Conference standings.

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Can we try to be optimistic about the Suns? Let's try - Jan. 18 from 2023-01-19T03:31:37

The Phoenix Suns are struggling, but some health updates and the trade deadline nearing means there is hope for them to make a run upcoming.

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The Suns are injured, like really injured - Jan. 10 from 2023-01-10T21:30:23

While the Suns have major injury issues, does it change anything about their philosophy heading into the NBA trade deadline? (The answer is no).

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Devin Booker is out a month and the Suns'defense is struggling - Dec. 29 from 2022-12-29T21:50:27

The Suns'biggest problem has been their defense, which is now more under the microscope as the offense will hope to stay afloat with Devin Booker nursing a groin strain.

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Mat Ishbia reportedly will buy Suns from Robert Sarver from 2022-12-20T20:35:08

Kellan and Kevin react to the report of Mat Ishbia is finalizing a purchase of the Phoenix Suns from Robert Sarver.

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The very real Suns-Pelicans rivalry and Chris Paul's trajectory - Dec. 15 from 2022-12-16T02:49:28

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman break down a very salty rivalry growing between the Suns and Pelicans, then discuss the Suns'recent woes and Chris Paul's struggles.

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More Suns PF rumors, and Duane Washington enters the rotation - Nov. 18 from 2022-11-19T00:12:20

As Twitter goes on the fritz, Jae Crowder maybe could be traded soon, while Duane Washington Jr. steps into the spotlight with Chris Paul injured.

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It turns out the Suns are still the Suns - Oct . 31 from 2022-10-31T22:13:26

The Suns'starting lineup is off to a hot start, but it's the bench that has been surprisingly strong through six games.

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Three games in: Suns learning not to lean on CP3 - Oct. 24 from 2022-10-24T23:07:52

Chris Paul is easing into things, while Devin Booker and Deandre Ayton have carried the load. Meanwhile, Jock Landale and Damion Lee stand out off the bench.

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Cam Johnson doesn't get his extension before the Suns-Mavs opener - Oct. 18 from 2022-10-18T23:16:02

Cam Johnson did not get his extension from the Phoenix Suns for a few reasons. That, a look ahead to the opener against the Dallas Mavericks and more.

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Pressure's on the Suns as the season nears - Oct. 13 from 2022-10-13T21:50:21

The preseason's over. Kellan and Kevin talk Cam Johnson's potential extension, the state of the roster and preseason takeaways.

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The Deandre Ayton-Monty Williams void, and the Suns'continuity - Sept. 30 from 2022-09-30T20:53:13

Deandre Ayton and Monty Williams have a problem between them, Cam Johnson will start and the Suns hope to make more tweaks because of their continuity.

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Robert Sarver reactions, Deandre Ayton lead media day storylines - Sept. 26 from 2022-09-26T23:12:59

Phoenix Suns leaders and players at media day talked about the Robert Sarver investigation, and Deandre Ayton did not help anyone move on from an offseason spent wondering if he would be elsewhe...

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Robert Sarver decides to sell the Suns and a media day preview - Sept. 21 from 2022-09-22T02:25:17

Robert Sarver announced he will sell the Phoenix Suns eight days after learning of his suspension. Plus, basketball is around the corner.

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The investigation of Suns owner Robert Sarver concludes - Sept. 13 from 2022-09-14T00:14:57

The NBA suspended Suns owner Robert Sarver and fined him after an investigation into workplace misconduct. We dive into the details and look ahead to what might be next.

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A failing offseason for the Suns? - Aug. 26 from 2022-08-26T23:47:48

While the Phoenix Suns should win plenty of games, they've to this point failed at making the upgrades to fix the issues that ended their past two offseasons. Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman di...

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Suns out, schedule's out - Aug. 17 from 2022-08-17T21:57:08

The NBA released its 2022-23 schedule, and the Phoenix Suns will play some games. Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman take a peek at the nuances of it and also catch up on the team's two-way contra...

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How do the Suns wait out a Kevin Durant resolution? - July 22 from 2022-07-22T21:53:42

The Phoenix Suns'roster does not seem settled, even if Kevin Durant is stuck in Brooklyn. So how do the Suns operate around that?

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Deandre Ayton signs an offer sheet, Suns match - July 14 from 2022-07-15T03:41:09

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman discuss the rapid developments that ended with Deandre Ayton remaining a member of the Phoenix Suns. Now what? Kevin Durant?

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Oh, Kevin Durant to the Suns is a real trade possibility - June 30 from 2022-06-30T20:29:18

Hours before free agency opened, Kevin Durant said"no"to the Nets and"yes"to the possibility of joining the Phoenix Suns. Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman react.

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A Phoenix Suns free agency preview - June 28 from 2022-06-29T04:13:13

Kevin Durant appears to be staying put, the market for Deandre Ayton could be thinning and the rest of the free-agency class is a shrug.

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No NBA Draft picks, but a weird ESPN story about it - June 24 from 2022-06-24T07:25:03

The Phoenix Suns didn't trade into the 2022 NBA Draft, which is fine. An odd ESPN story about their draft strategy was less fine. 

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Do the Phoenix Suns trade into the 2022 NBA Draft? - June 21 from 2022-06-21T23:56:25

It's our NBA Draft preview, where we started by discussing rumors of a top-10 trade-in and another report about interest in Rockets guard Eric Gordon.

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Deandre Ayton now seems likely on his way out - June 10 from 2022-06-10T21:30:21

The noise says Deandre Ayton won't be back with the Phoenix Suns. We reflect on why that is, how we got here and what the Suns could potentially aim for in sign-and-trade opportunities.

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Deandre Ayton and the Suns'other big offseason questions - May 19 from 2022-05-20T05:38:59

We turn our attention to Deandre Ayton's restricted free agency and how the Phoenix Suns react to falling short of their 2022-23 goals.

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Suns flop in shocking fashion in Game 7, season over - May 15 from 2022-05-16T05:09:56

The Phoenix Suns'season ended with a blowout home loss to the Dallas Mavericks. Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman try to make sense of the team falling well short of expectations.

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Mavs force Game 7 after another odd Suns loss w/ Dave Burns - May 13 from 2022-05-14T02:17:26

Kellan Olson is joined by 98.7 FM's Dave Burns to discuss the Suns'befuddling Game 6 loss to the Mavericks. What went wrong? Can we explain it? Who needs to step up for Game 7?

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Suns 1 win away from return to WCF w/ Vince Marotta - May 11 from 2022-05-12T01:02:09

Kellan Olson is joined by 98.7 FM's Vince Marotta. They discuss a blowout Game 5 win for the Suns, what changed compared to the two games in Dallas and expectations for Game 6.

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Monty Williams COTY, Suns tied up 2-2 vs. Mavs w/ Jon Bloom - May 9 from 2022-05-10T01:33:41

Kellan Olson is joined by Suns broadcaster Jon Bloom to discuss Monty Williams winning Coach of the Year before diving into the Suns'loss in Game 4 against the Mavericks and how they see the res...

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Suns end Pels by a perfect Chris Paul game and Devin Booker's return - April 28 from 2022-04-29T06:39:54

Chris Paul made all 14 of his buckets and Devin Booker did enough as the Suns got through their first-round series against the Pelicans.

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Chris Paul goes for 30 in Game 1 as Suns beat Pelicans - April 17 from 2022-04-18T06:35:40

Chris Paul went off, Jonas Valanciunas got a lot of rebounds and the Phoenix Suns pulled out a Game 1 victory against the New Orleans Pelicans to open their playoffs. See omnystudio.com/listener f...

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It's Suns vs. Pelicans in the 1st round: A preview - April 15 from 2022-04-16T07:15:40

The Pelicans dropped the Clippers to earn a first-round appearance against the Phoenix Suns. There are storylines and matchups to parse through. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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End of regular season wrap-up - April 11 from 2022-04-11T23:08:45

The Suns closed the regular season with 64 wins. We talk about the decision to cut Frank Kaminsky for Ish Wainright, the play-in matchup possibilities and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

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Mailbag: Forcasting the Suns' playoff opponents and more - April 5 from 2022-04-05T21:21:28

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman take questions from listeners as the Suns look to end a two-game skid by ending the Lakers' play-in hopes, including a peek at which teams they should want to avoid...

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Suns players up for NBA season-end awards after clinching No. 1 - March 28 from 2022-03-28T22:01:58

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman make their cases for postseason NBA awards that are within reach of individual Phoenix Suns after the team clinched the No. 1 seed throughout the playoffs. See omn...

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Chris Paul nears return, Suns can wrap No. 1 seed - March 22 from 2022-03-22T22:14:56

Chris Paul is back at practice. How should the Phoenix Suns utilize their key players after locking up the top seed? And should Mikal Bridges get more NBA Defensive Player of the Year juice? Plus ...

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Are the Suns playing at their best? - March 14 from 2022-03-14T21:55

The Phoenix Suns have been without Chris Paul and Cam Johnson for their latest stretch, but it could be argued they're playing at their best. Plus, our thoughts on the Lakers and Anthony Davis' com...

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No Devin Booker, no Chris Paul, lots of learning - March 9 from 2022-03-09T22:28:17

Without Devin Booker or Chris Paul, the Phoenix Suns leaned more on Cam Payne, Cam Johnson and other role players to go 3-1. What did we learn about the four-game stretch? See omnystudio.com/liste...

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A Phoenix Suns losing streak is a rare thing - Feb. 28 from 2022-03-01T02:55

The Phoenix Suns have lost two games in a row. What has Chris Paul's absence meant, and what real things can we take away from it? Plus, an Arizona Wildcats segment at the end for ourselves. See o...

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How Chris Paul's thumb injury will impact the Suns - Feb. 22 from 2022-02-23T00:46:40

Chris Paul's thumb injury leaves a lot of questions: Can the Phoenix Suns stay atop the Western Conference? And how will the team adjust without him? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

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Aaron Holiday flashes, and who is the Suns' real MVP? from 2022-02-16T21:59:58

Aaron Holiday has looked good to start his Suns career, and which player is the Suns' real MVP: Devin Booker or Chris Paul? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Suns run through Bulls, 76ers and Bucks - Feb. 11 from 2022-02-11T21:58:23

The Suns ran through a string of elite Eastern Conference teams capped by an NBA Finals rematch win against the Bucks. Plus a quick followup on the trade deadline and the Aaron Holiday deal. See o...

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Suns trade for Torrey Craig, add Aaron Holiday from Wizards from 2022-02-10T21:17:11

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman react to the Phoenix Suns' trade deadline deals for Torrey Craig (again) and Aaron Holiday before a busy night that includes Bucks-Suns. See omnystudio.com/listene...

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Small-ball Suns and what to expect at the trade deadline from 2022-02-01T00:20:31

Kevin returns from paternity leave and is filled in by Kellan about what's up with the Phoenix Suns as the trade deadline nears. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Trade deadline preview: Needs and targets ft. David and Max - Jan. 27 from 2022-01-28T04:07:47

Kellan Olson is joined by David and Max of the Seven Seconds or Less Podcast to discuss the All-Star starters and recent play of the team before going through every detail of the trade deadline. S...

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Suns' title chances, ASG voting, trade targets ft. Sam Cooper and Mike Vigil - Jan. 21 from 2022-01-21T22:12:41

Sam Cooper and Mike Vigil of The Timeline Podcast join Kellan Olson while Kevin Zimmerman is away doing dad stuff to discuss a myriad of topics. Are the Suns the favorites to win it all? Does this ...

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Not enough from ShamPayne and a trade deadline lookahead - Jan. 13 from 2022-01-14T00:56:15

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman dive into what more the Suns could get from the backup backcourt of Cam Payne and Landry Shamet, then begin getting into what Phoenix has to offer -- and improve up...

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Jalen Smith gets run due to Phoenix Suns' COVID absences - Jan. 4 from 2022-01-04T22:08:43

Jalen Smith has flashed with the Phoenix Suns, but his strong play doesn't answer the questions about his place on the team. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The COVID wave has hit the Suns - Dec. 28 from 2021-12-28T20:16:17

The Phoenix Suns lasted longer than most but were impacted by a league-wide wave of COVID-19 cases after Christmas. That and what we're seeing from the Suns of late. See omnystudio.com/listener fo...

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Book's back after Suns cruise without him; COVID-19 hitting NBA hard - Dec. 20 from 2021-12-20T20:57:57

We review the Phoenix Suns' run without Devin Booker a game after his return. Plus, what does the latest COVID-19 news in the NBA mean for Phoenix? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

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Splitting vs. the Warriors and life without Devin Booker - Dec. 9 from 2021-12-09T21:50:25

There's lots to talk about after the Phoenix Suns lost Devin Booker, saw their winning streak end at 18 and split two games last week vs. the Golden State Warriors. See omnystudio.com/listener for...

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The very good Suns face the very good Warriors - Nov. 29 from 2021-11-29T22:08:49

The 17-3 Phoenix Suns face the 18-2 Golden State Warriors on Tuesday. There is lots of potential for good basketball and entertainment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Phoenix Suns' win streak hits 13 - Nov. 23 from 2021-11-23T20:30:01

The Phoenix Suns are playing pretty, pretty good right now. We touch on everyone from Devin Booker to Chris Paul to Deandre Ayton, and consider what could be shored up moving forward. See omnystud...

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Frank Kaminsky elbows into a bigger role - Nov. 12 from 2021-11-12T22:33:53

The latest news surrounding the investigation into the Phoenix Suns, and a lot more on the progress Frank Kaminsky has made this season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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ESPN report drops; Suns hot and cold vs. Pels, Rockets - Nov. 5 from 2021-11-05T21:21:33

The ESPN story filled with allegations against Robert Sarver dropped. We discuss what we know, who has said what in the aftermath and then get to the two up-and-down wins against the Pelicans and R...

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Suns up and down to start, Jalen Smith's option declined - Nov. 1 from 2021-11-01T19:43:14

The Suns lost in disappointing fashion to the Kings but rebounded against a fun Cavaliers team. Plus, Phoenix has reportedly declined to pick up Jalen Smith's third-year option. See omnystudio.com...

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Non-basketball controversy and evaluating the Suns after 3 games - Oct. 25 from 2021-10-25T22:16:57

Three games into the season, the Phoenix Suns were subjects of a weird scoop of a unpublished scoop with accusations against the franchise. On the court, things are off to a bumpy start. See omnys...

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No deal: What's behind the Deandre Ayton non-extension? - Oct. 19 from 2021-10-19T22:27:29

The Phoenix Suns didn't extend Deandre Ayton after negotiations went south, so what comes next? That and a quick look at the start of the season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Still no extensions for Suns' Ayton, Bridges - Oct. 15 from 2021-10-15T22:13

Deandre Ayton and Mikal Bridges still don't have extensions done. Plus, how well-equipped is the Phoenix Suns' roster to withstand injuries? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Do the Suns belong atop the West? A full NBA preview for 2021-22 - Oct. 8 from 2021-10-08T21:47:47

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman run down the latest Phoenix Suns news before considering where the Suns belong in the NBA hierarchy. It's a full preview of the 2021-22 NBA landscape. See omnystud...

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We're back! The Ayton and Bridges extensions, plus Suns media day - Sept. 30 from 2021-09-30T19:19

We discuss whether to be concerned about Deandre Ayton and Mikal Bridges not receiving extensions to this point, what we learned at Suns media day and what Landry Shamet can bring. See omnystudio....

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Elfrid Payton, Jalen Smith and Summer Suns - Aug. 10 from 2021-08-10T22:32:19

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman discuss the Phoenix Suns' reported addition of Elfrid Payton, what more the team can do this offseason. Plus, we break down Jalen Smith's play on the Summer Suns an...

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Suns free agency, Jalen Smith's Summer League and USA gold - Aug. 6 from 2021-08-07T06:37

We talk about the Phoenix Suns' running it back with much of the same roster, Jalen Smith's big Summer League upcoming and USA Basketball's gold medal helped by Devin Booker's strong defensive play...

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Chris Paul and Cam Payne are back, and JaVale McGee joins the Suns - Aug. 2 from 2021-08-03T03:56:45

The Suns moved quickly to agree with Chris Paul and Cam Payne, and they also shored up the center depth by signing Olympian JaVale McGee in the first hours of free agency. See omnystudio.com/liste...

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Suns trade for Landry Shamet, out of 2021 NBA Draft - July 29 from 2021-07-30T06:30:51

The Phoenix Suns traded Jevon Carter and their No. 29 overall pick for Landry Shamet. Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman discuss what Shamet brings and what dipping out of the draft says about the te...

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Our one and only Suns 2021 NBA Draft preview - July 28 from 2021-07-28T22:35:06

It's our only 2021 NBA Draft preview for the Phoenix Suns this year. Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman run through as many prospects as they can ahead of Phoenix's big day, where it holds the No. 29...

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Giannis and the Bucks take Game 6 and the Finals from the Suns - July 21 from 2021-07-21T07:27:05

Giannis Antetokounmpo put up 50 points for the Milwaukee Bucks and the Phoenix Suns floundered down the stretch of a Game 6 NBA Finals loss. What's to take from a championship series loss? See omn...

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Suns pushed to the brink as Bucks stars grab Game 5 - July 17 from 2021-07-18T06:55:40

Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jrue Holiday and Khris Middleton helped the Milwaukee Bucks overcome a poor start, and Devin Booker wasn't enough as the Phoenix Suns fell in Game 5 of the NBA Finals to trai...

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Are Suns' losses to Bucks in NBA Finals Game 3 and 4 about strategy? from 2021-07-16T20:03

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman discuss what's gone wrong with the Phoenix Suns in consecutive NBA Finals losses to the Milwaukee Bucks. Is it about strategy or just better play from the Bucks? S...

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Suns flop as Giannis soars for Bucks in NBA Finals Game 3 - July 11 from 2021-07-12T05:14:27

Giannis Antetokounmpo starred again, and Devin Booker struggled among other Phoenix Suns in a Game 3 NBA Finals loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. Should the Suns be concerned? See omnystudio.com/listen...

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Suns bomb away from 3 vs. Bucks to take Game 2 of NBA Finals - July 9 from 2021-07-09T08:17

The Suns hit 20 three-pointers and with the help of Devin Booker and Mikal Bridges survived a monster third quarter from Giannis Antetokounmpo to win Game 2 of the NBA Finals. See omnystudio.com/l...

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Booker, CP3 and Ayton maul Bucks as Suns take Game 1 of NBA Finals - July 6 from 2021-07-07T06:36:03

Chris Paul, Devin Booker and Deandre Ayton made their first NBA Finals games each look good in a 118-105 win against a returning Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks. See omnystudio.com/l...

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How the Suns match up with the Bucks in the NBA Finals - July 5 from 2021-07-06T01:31:33

The Milwaukee Bucks face the Phoenix Suns in Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Tuesday. Here's what matchups could dictate the series as Giannis Antetokounmpo's injury status remains to-be-determined. S...

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The Suns are headed to the NBA Finals - July 1 from 2021-07-01T07:43:21

Kellan Olson from Los Angeles and Kevin Zimmerman back in the Valley speak after Chris Paul closed the door on the Clippers to give the Phoenix Suns their third NBA Finals berth. See omnystudio.co...

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Clippers get early punch to take Game 5 from Suns - June 28 from 2021-06-29T05:41

Paul George put in a monster game and the Clippers beat up the Suns early on in a Game 5 Western Conference Finals to win. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Deandre Ayton flexes in ugly Game 4 win for the Suns over the Clippers - June 27 from 2021-06-28T03:25:49

The Phoenix Suns used a monster game from Deandre Ayton to pull out a slugfest against the Los Angeles Clippers to take a 3-1 series lead. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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CP3, Booker struggle in Suns' Game 3 loss to Clippers - June 25 from 2021-06-25T17:42:30

Devin Booker and Chris Paul played off-kilter basketball in the Phoenix Suns' Game 3 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers. How concerned should the Suns be with a 2-1 series lead? See omnystudio.com/l...

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Deandre Ayton's Valley-Oop sends Suns past Clippers in wild Game 2 - June 23 from 2021-06-23T08:04

Deandre Ayton caught an alley-oop over the rim in the final second, and the Phoenix Suns went ahead 2-0 in the Western Conference Finals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Devin Booker's triple-double helps Suns take down Clippers in Game 1 - June 20 from 2021-06-21T02:15:40

Devin Booker put up 40 points and his first career triple-double as the Suns won Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals against the Los Angeles Clippers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

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Chris Paul and COVID-19, Kawhi's injury and Clippers-Jazz gets weird - June 17 from 2021-06-17T20:41:43

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman discuss the unknowns about Chris Paul's status for the Western Conference Finals, touch on the Clippers-Jazz series and get hit by news of Rick Carlisle's departure...

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Suns sweep the Nuggets to make the Western Conference Finals - June 13 from 2021-06-14T06:53:22

Chris Paul went to the elbow a ton, Nikola Jokic got ejected and Devin Booker added to the Suns' big night as Phoenix swept the Denver Nuggets to advance to the Western Conference Finals. See omny...

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Suns put the Nuggets on the brink despite Nikola Jokic's effort - June 12 from 2021-06-12T08:01:42

Nikola Jokic put up a historic line, but Deandre Ayton, Chris Paul and Devin Booker stepped up to put the Suns ahead of the Nuggets 3-0 in the Western Conference Semifinals.  See omnystudio.com/li...

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Another blowout of a lifeless Nuggets team - June 10 from 2021-06-10T07:09:57

The Suns clamped up the Nuggets not named Nikola Jokic in a 123-98 win in Game 2 thanks to another balanced effort. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Suns blow open doors vs. Nuggets in Game 1 - June 8 from 2021-06-08T08:17:33

Mikal Bridges scored 23, Chris Paul took over late and Deandre Ayton traded blows with Nikola Jokic as the Phoenix Suns took Game 1 of their Western Conference Semifinals series. What did we take a...

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Suns dethrone LeBron behind Devin Booker's 47, Nuggets up next - June 4 from 2021-06-04T21:09:36

We give our final thoughts on the Suns defeating the reigning champion Lakers and look ahead to to the storylines for the Western Conference Semifinals series against the Nuggets. See omnystudio.c...

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Behind Book, Suns blow doors off Anthony Davis-lacking Lakers - June 1 from 2021-06-02T06:57:57

Devin Booker had a classic start, and LeBron James couldn't make up for Anthony Davis' absence in Game 5 as the Suns took a 3-2 lead on the Lakers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...

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CP3 looks improved, Anthony Davis goes down as Suns take Game 4 from Lakers - May 30 from 2021-05-31T01:34:13

Suns PG Chris Paul took another step forward in his recovering from a shoulder injury and the Lakers lost Anthony Davis to a groin issue in a Game 4 Phoenix win to their their first-round series, 2...

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Suns have backs against the wall after Game 3 loss to Lakers - May 28 from 2021-05-28T18:50:15

The Phoenix Suns might have to make drastic changes after the Los Angeles Lakers flexed behind their star players in Game 3. Chris Paul's injury status remains a concern as the Suns role players co...

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Chris Paul's injury, Lakers too much for Suns to overcome in Game 2 - May 26 from 2021-05-26T18:39:18

Chris Paul's shoulder injury has lingered in a bad way for the Phoenix Suns, but other things also went against the team as the Los Angeles Lakers took Game 2. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

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Suns take down Lakers in Game 1 - May 23 from 2021-05-24T04:46:30

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman react to the Suns' win over the Lakers in Game 1 of the first round. We talk over the concerns for the Lakers, Chris Paul's injury, plus Devin Booker's and Deandre ...

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Previewing the Lakers-Suns first-round playoff matchup - May 20 from 2021-05-21T00:23:20

LeBron James willed the Lakers in the play-in game, and now the Suns face one of the toughest first-round matchups for a No. 2 seed in recent history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

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Suns await Lakers-Warriors play-in victor - May 17 from 2021-05-17T21:11:26

The Phoenix Suns wrapped up the regular season as the No. 2 seed. We touch on injury updates, playoff things that will impact the long-term future (contracts!) and preview the Warriors-Lakers play-...

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How concerned are we about the Suns with 3 games left? - May 12 from 2021-05-13T00:04:47

Kellan and Kevin rate their concern levels as the Phoenix Suns have lost three of four, plus they look ahead to the play-in scenarios and seeding possibilities. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

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What to watch for Suns, otherwise down the home stretch - May 6 from 2021-05-06T22:13:20

The Phoenix Suns want the No. 1 seed. They also don't want the Los Angeles Lakers to slide to the No. 7 seed. Here's what Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman are looking for from the Suns and the rest...

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Which Suns have a shot at winning NBA end-of-season awards? - May 3 from 2021-05-03T21:55:36

Devin Booker? Chris Paul? Monty Williams? Who among the Phoenix Suns have decent shots at making All-NBA teams or winning the coach or executive of the year honors? See omnystudio.com/listener for...

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Suns fight through a daunting road trip - April 27 from 2021-04-27T22:11:02

The Phoenix Suns went 3-2 on a difficult East Coast road swing that included wins over the 76ers, Bucks and Knicks with losses to the Nets and Celtics. What did we take away from it all? See omnys...

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Who might give the Suns playoff fits? - April 14 from 2021-04-14T22:23:46

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman break down the last three wins for the Phoenix Suns before creating tiers of which opponents the Suns want -- and don't want -- to play in the postseason. See omny...

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Phoenix Suns split a Jazz-Clippers back-to-back test - April 9 from 2021-04-09T22:36:27

The Phoenix Suns beat the Utah Jazz and then fell to the Los Angeles Clippers in what felt like a preview of playoff basketball. What were Kellan Olson's and Kevin Zimmerman's takeaways? See omnys...

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Suns keeping winning through crunch-time struggles; Torrey Craig fits in - April 1 from 2021-04-01T19:08:57

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman wonder how concerning it should be that the Phoenix Suns continue to have crunch-time struggles as they continue to pile up wins. Plus, Torrey Craig has been throw ...

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Resetting expectations as Suns stand pat at the NBA trade deadline - March 25 from 2021-03-26T01:53:55

The Phoenix Suns didn't follow the Torrey Craig trade with anything just before the NBA trade deadline. Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman use that framework to begin talking expectations for this ye...

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Torrey Craig traded to the Suns - March 17 from 2021-03-18T02:23:54

The Phoenix Suns traded cash to the Milwaukee Bucks for forward Torrey Craig, giving them defensive insurance at wing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Suns, Dario Saric lineup continue rollin' out of the break - March 12 from 2021-03-12T23:48:24

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman look ahead to the second half of the year, and the Phoenix Suns gets out of the NBA All-Star break with a win over the Trail Blazers. See omnystudio.com/listener f...

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Suns push up NBA standings at the All-Star break - March 4 from 2021-03-04T23:16:18

We discuss Devin Booker's February Player of the Month run and Dario Saric's strong play to help the Phoenix Suns ahead of the NBA All-Star Game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Devin Booker's NBA All-Star snub and the streaking Suns - Feb. 23 from 2021-02-24T03:10:57

Chris Paul is in. Devin Booker is not -- so far -- an NBA All-Star reserve. We discuss where this ranks among snubs and touch on the Phoenix Suns' domination over the past few weeks. See omnystudi...

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The Suns' historic loss to the Nets was also fascinating - Feb. 17 from 2021-02-17T22:15:07

Monty Williams let the Phoenix Suns ride things out as their 20-plus-point lead slipped away in a loss to the Brooklyn Nets. Kellan and Kevin talk Deandre Ayton's role in that and the big-picture o...

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Devin Booker dominates Cavs amid Suns' hot streak - Feb. 9 from 2021-02-09T21:16

Devin Booker scored 36 points in the absence of Chris Paul and the Phoenix Suns role players all pick up slack to push their team to six wins in seven games. See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

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Devin Booker drops the Mavs, but Suns still finding themselves - Feb. 2 from 2021-02-02T22:43:40

The Phoenix Suns are on a three-game winning streak after Devin Booker's game-winner, and the bench is thriving. But the team is still searching for a few things to make a leap.See omnystudio.com/l...

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Cold Suns fighting depth, clutch chemistry issues - Jan. 26 from 2021-01-26T20:55:32

Deandre Ayton continues to shine, but the Phoenix Suns have struggled to close games lately. Is it offense? Defense? They're related, and only time can solve the issues. See omnystudio.com/listene...

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Deandre Ayton's big game vs. Grizzlies says a lot about Suns - Jan. 18 from 2021-01-19T03:45:39

Deandre Ayton flashed some aggressiveness as the Phoenix Suns returned from a week off due to COVID-19 returns, but the team continues to struggle building an identity around Devin Booker and Chris...

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COVID-19 hits the NBA, Suns starters have issues - Jan. 12 from 2021-01-12T21:26:48

The Phoenix Suns starters have not only hit a wall, but the NBA is facing coronavirus crisis weeks into the new season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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How legit is the Suns' defense, bench unit? - Jan. 4 from 2021-01-04T23:16:05

The Phoenix Suns are off to a 5-2 start in the Christ Paul era thanks to one of the NBA's best defenses so far. Will that hold as they continue on in 2021? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy ...

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Three games into CP3 era, Phoenix Suns smoothing things out - Dec. 28 from 2020-12-28T22:24:59

Chris Paul will take some getting used to, but the bench unit continues to roll as the Phoenix Suns have started out the year 2-1. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Chris Paul, Suns learning one another during preseason - Dec. 17 from 2020-12-17T22:28:36

Three games into the preseason, the Phoenix Suns have gotten a taste of new faces like Chris Paul and Jae Crowder. We talk first impressions, the uncertainty of the bench and Deandre Ayton after a ...

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Training camp is already almost over for the Suns - Dec. 9 from 2020-12-09T22:13

Somehow, we're already at the start of the preseason. Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman talk takeaways from a week of Zoom meetings with Suns players as they prepare for 2020-21. See omnystudio.com...

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Impressions of Chris Paul's Suns introduction - Dec. 2 from 2020-12-03T03:20:04

Chris Paul introduced himself as a member of the Phoenix Suns and more talk about expectations, culture shift and how Devin Booker and the team is now viewed. See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

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We have a Suns depth chart - Nov. 25 from 2020-11-25T23:05:14

The Phoenix Suns have all but put a bow on their 2020-21 roster. Kellan and Kevin talk depth chart and rotation options for the Suns with free agency nearly wrapped up. See omnystudio.com/listener...

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Suns sign Jae Crowder to start NBA free agency - Nov. 21 from 2020-11-21T23:46:01

The Phoenix Suns used the mid-level exception to sign veteran forward Jae Crowder, solidifying their rotation and giving them a versatile roster to make a serious run. Where do the Suns stack up in...

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Suns take Maryland's Jalen Smith in 2020 NBA Draft - Nov. 19 from 2020-11-19T07:34:24

The Phoenix Suns, with Tyrese Haliburton and Devin Vassell on the board, surprised by picking big man Jalen Smith. What's his upside and why was it a surprise? See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

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Who will the Suns take in the 2020 NBA Draft? - Nov. 17 from 2020-11-18T00:47:23

A day before the Phoenix Suns are slotted to pick 10th overall in the 2020 NBA Draft, we take a final look at the likely targets, including Devin Vassell, Saddiq Bey, Desmond Bane and more. See om...

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It's happening! Chris Paul reportedly on his way to Suns - Nov. 16 from 2020-11-17T00:25:28

The Suns will reportedly receive Chris Paul and Abdel Nader from the Thunder for a package of four players and a pick. Kellan and Kevin discuss how Paul changes Phoenix and what Ricky Rubio and Kel...

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Previewing NBA free agency for the Suns - Nov. 12 from 2020-11-12T23:13:42

Free agency kicks into gear just after the NBA Draft, and the Phoenix Suns have a few different directions they could head. Chris Paul trade or not, they could have money to spend. See omnystudio....

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Chris Paul traded to the Phoenix Suns? It could be a thing - Nov. 10 from 2020-11-11T03:39:27

An ESPN report says that the Phoenix Suns have discussed trading for Chris Paul. We dive in to what the Suns would give up to the Oklahoma City Thunder, plus the risks and the potential rewards. S...

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NBA nears 2020-21 decisions and a Suns NBA Draft Q&A - Nov. 3 from 2020-11-03T22:48:39

It's election day, which means we distract ourselves with an update on talks between the NBA and players association before we dive into listeners' NBA Draft questions about the Phoenix Suns. See ...

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New Suns jerseys + a big-picture offseason look before the NBA Draft, free agency - Oct. 29 from 2020-10-29T19:33:48

The Phoenix Suns appear to have new "The Valley" jerseys dropping, plus we take a big picture look at the NBA Draft and potential free agency coming next month. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

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2020 NBA Draft guide for the Suns: Bigs - Oct. 20 from 2020-10-20T23:06:38

There probably won't be a scenario for the Phoenix Suns to select Onyeka Okongwu or Obi Toppin in the 2020 NBA Draft, but just in case, we evaluate them and the later tiers of big men in the class....

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2020 NBA Draft guide for the Suns: Wings - Oct. 14 from 2020-10-14T22:50:03

Devin Vassell, Desmond Bane, Deni Avdija and more are among a diverse group of wings who the Phoenix Suns might consider in the 2020 NBA Draft. Kellan and Kevin talk about their favorites. See omn...

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2020 NBA Draft guide for the Suns: The guards - Oct. 8 from 2020-10-08T23:52:59

Which guards might be at the Phoenix Suns' 10th overall pick? From Killian Hayes to Grant Riller, we talk guard prospects in the 2020 NBA Draft. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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NBA Draft 'Combine' talk and an NBA Finals preview - Sept. 30 from 2020-09-30T23:02:01

Kellan Olson gives us the latest on the NBA Draft Combine Zoom situation, while Kellan and Kevin Zimmerman discuss LeBron's Los Angeles Lakers facing the Jimmy Butler's Miami Heat in the NBA Finals...

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What will the Phoenix Suns do this offseason? A Q&A from 2020-09-25T00:10:14

We polled our Twitter followers to see what they were curious about regarding the Phoenix Suns this offseason. Free agency and NBA Draft talk included. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

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Will Giannis Antetokounmpo leave the Bucks? What's it got to do with the Suns? from 2020-09-14T23:41:48

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman wonder whether Giannis Antetokounmpo leaves the Milwaukee Bucks and wonder if the Suns would ever get involved. Plus we take a look at the center position for the r...

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How will the financial crunch impact the Phoenix Suns' offseason? from 2020-09-08T20:44:12

Fred VanVleet's name was floated, but regardless of who the Phoenix Suns' big offseason targets are, questions about the team's future spending will come into the discussion. See omnystudio.com/li...

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Dan Bickley on Robert Sarver and the Suns' decision to draft Deandre Ayton over Luka Doncic from 2020-08-27T22:45:45

Kellan and Kevin are joined by Dan Bickley, whose column detailing the Phoenix Suns' decision to draft Deandre Ayton over Luka Doncic was received differently -- but always with emotion -- dependin...

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Suns-centric pre-NBA Draft Lottery Big Board from 2020-08-18T22:42:14

Before the ping pong balls determine the Phoenix Suns' fate Thursday, we go through Kellan Olson's big board for the Suns. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Suns complete perfect bubble, Blazers keep them out of play-in - Aug. 13 from 2020-08-14T04:36:22

The Phoenix Suns finished their perfect bubble run with a win over the Dallas Mavericks. Kevin and Kellan react just after Caris LeVert's missed jumper for the Brooklyn Nets gave the Portland Trail...

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Bubble Suns beat Thunder despite Deandre Ayton's missed test - Aug. 10 from 2020-08-10T23:23:26

Deandre Ayton missed the first quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder, but the Phoenix Suns moved to 6-0 in Orlando. We discuss Ayton's time in the bubble and look ahead to a messy play-in chase...

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Suns remain the talk of the bubble after beating Clippers, Pacers - Aug. 6 from 2020-08-07T05:55

Devin Booker's game-winner against the Clippers and another decisive victory over the Pacers have the Phoenix Suns a perfect 4-0 in the NBA bubble. Regardless of their building playoff hopes, what ...

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The bubble Suns are perfect so far - Aug. 3 from 2020-08-03T22:21:49

With a 2-0 start in the bubble, the Phoenix Suns have beaten the Wizards and Mavericks despite less-than-ideal circumstances. How much are we buying as they've kept their very slim playoff chances ...

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Suns sell G League team + an NBA bubble preview - July 29 from 2020-07-29T22:23

What can we make out of the Phoenix Suns selling their G League NAZ Suns? Plus a look at the Phoenix Suns' scrimmages and the Western Conference teams in the bubble. See omnystudio.com/listener fo...

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The Phoenix Suns played a basketball scrimmage - July 24 from 2020-07-24T20:51

Kevin and Kellan watched a Phoenix Suns NBA basketball scrimmage, and the team looked all-business. Let's overreact to basketball existing again.

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A Suns Magic Kingdom Mystery - July 14 from 2020-07-14T21:17

Some of the Phoenix Suns are at the Disney World bubble. Others, it appears, have yet to join them. Will the Suns be at full force when scrimmages begin in just over a week?

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Suns set for bubble, and Deandre Ayton's defensive improvements from 2020-07-06T20:28:40

Kelly Oubre hasn't been ruled out of joining the Phoenix Suns in a Disney bubble, while Deandre Ayton's defensive improvements have been in focus this past week.

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Suns ink PG Cam Payne, Monty Williams preps for resumption from 2020-07-01T20:53:12

The Phoenix Suns will integrate backup point guard Cam Payne into their Orlando bubble, and Monty Williams spoke to reporters as workouts continue to ramp up.

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Believe in the NBA bubble? What Suns' positive coronavirus tests mean now from 2020-06-26T21:44

Kellan and Kevin give their thoughts on the NBA planning for and entering the bubble at Disney World after 16 of 302 of the initial round of coronavirus tests came back positive.

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How Kelly Oubre's absence will change the Suns' time in Orlando - June 17 from 2020-06-17T22:52:45

What can the Phoenix Suns learn with Kelly Oubre Jr. reportedly sitting out a season restart at Disney World? That and more talk about the amenities for NBA players in Orlando.

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How will the Suns manage their 8 Orlando bubble games? - June 10 from 2020-06-10T21:07

We wonder what the Phoenix Suns can get out of their eight games at Disney World if they get knocked out of playoff contention, then talk NBA Draft point guard prospects Nico Mannion, Cole Anthony ...

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The Phoenix Suns are part of the NBA's 22-team return plan - June 3 from 2020-06-03T22:06:02

The Suns will be back if, as expected, the NBA owners approve a 22-team return-to-play plan. What will Phoenix's return to the 2019-20 season look like?

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Suns show off arena demolition; NBA discusses return format from 2020-05-27T22:07

Kellan Olson discusses his visit to Talking Stick Resort Arena, and he and Kevin Zimmerman go through the complications of a return-to-play format that may or may not involve the Phoenix Suns.

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Suns at the Madhouse, Kaminsky speaks and the NBA's Disney World plan - May 21 from 2020-05-21T22:00:59

Frank Kaminsky spoke about his rehab, social distancing and his workouts at the Madhouse on McDowell. Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman touch on that news and dive into the potential NBA return in O...

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Earl Watson claims Robert Sarver halted Suns' pursuit of Jayson Tatum from 2020-05-12T01:43:11

Who knows if the Suns would have had a chance to land Jayson Tatum in the 2017 NBA Draft? Earl Watson, then the head coach, tweeted that owner Robert Sarver didn't want it to happen, even though Ta...

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A little quarantine, a little NBA Draft, a little 'The Last Dance' from 2020-05-06T22:01

Kevin and Kellan touch on the latest news of a potential NBA return, discuss the 2020 NBA Draft a tad more, how the Suns looked on 'The Last Dance' and talk about an exercise of mock drafting an al...

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2020 NBA Draft lottery tiers - April 30 from 2020-04-30T22:09:24

Kellan Olson breaks down his tiers of 2020 NBA Draft prospects, starting with LaMelo Ball and going through Isaac Okoro.

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James and Monty talk coronavirus, Point Book and NBA Draft - April 16 from 2020-04-16T21:21:32

Phoenix Suns GM James Jones and coach Monty Williams discussed an NBA restart and 2020 NBA Draft class first impressions. We dive into both, plus a little Point Book talk.

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NBA Draft schedule changes and the Stephon Marbury doc - April 10 from 2020-04-10T22:20

What might change about the NBA schedule regarding the draft? We talk about the latest NBA news, about the Stephon Marbury documentary "A Kid From Coney Island" and more.

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Part 2: Grading the Suns' 2019 offseason moves - March 26 from 2020-03-30T14:00

We analyze the Phoenix Suns' Cam Johnson-Dario Saric draft-day deal with the T-Wolves, the Aron Baynes and Ty Jerome swap with the Celtics, plus the contracts inked with Ricky Rubio and Kelly Oubre...

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Part I: Grading the Phoenix Suns big moves from 2019-20 - March 23 from 2020-03-23T22:42:09

Kellan and Kevin grade out the decision to hire Monty Williams, the salary dump trade of T.J. Warren and the Josh Jackson/De'Anthony Melton/Jevon Carter deal involving the Grizzlies.

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A big-picture review of the Suns' coronavirus-stalled season from 2020-03-19T22:54:40

Kellan and Kevin look back at the Phoenix Suns' 2019-20 season that's been played. Did Monty Williams reach his goals in his first season as head coach?

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Coronavirus suspends the Phoenix Suns' season - March 12 from 2020-03-12T21:16

What comes next after the coronavirus shut down the NBA season for the time being? We don't really know, but it sure has cut short the NBA Draft process.

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Losing to the Pistons and Warriors is no good - March 2 from 2020-03-02T21:43:23

After we wondered just four days ago if the Phoenix Suns could make a run without Kelly Oubre Jr., we got our answer. They lost to Brandon Knight's Pistons and Marquese Chriss' and Dragan Bender's ...

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Can the Suns keep pushing after Kelly Oubre's knee injury? - Feb. 28 from 2020-02-28T20:34:41

Kelly Oubre Jr. reportedly suffered a torn meniscus. Can the Suns survive without him? Plus some NBA Draft talk.

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All-Star weekend, Ayton's future and Suns still in the playoff mix from 2020-02-20T22:20:44

Devin Booker's first NBA All-Star appearance came in an eventful weekend. Plus, Deandre Ayton is catching people's attention, and Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman discuss the Suns' slim playoff cha...

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Devin Booker becomes an All-Star after all from 2020-02-14T22:45:20

We discuss the last-minute nature of Devin Booker's NBA All-Star appointment, how it changed the midseason narrative around the Phoenix Suns and the addition of Jonah Bolden.

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Boy, the Phoenix Suns need the NBA All-Star break from 2020-02-11T22:28

Devin Booker looks burnt out, and the Phoenix Suns need their bench to get healthy havinglost six of seven with one game left before the NBA All-Star break.

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Was the Phoenix Suns' trade deadline a dud? from 2020-02-06T21:52:52

The Phoenix Suns didn't make a trade by the deadline, but D'Angelo Russell got moved to join Karl-Anthony Towns with the T-Wolves. Is the Suns' non-action concerning?

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Awaiting Luke Kennard deal, an NBA trade deadline preview from 2020-02-04T22:29

Luke Kennard reportedly is a target of the Phoenix Suns. Will they complete a trade for the Detroit Pistons guard? The Suns have other trade deadline decisions to make, too.

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The Devin Booker is snubbed episode from 2020-01-31T20:40:43

We discuss the reactions, reasoning, implications and outlook ahead after coaches snubbed Devin Booker for the 2020 NBA All-Star Game.

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Remembering Kobe Bryant & our listeners' favorite Suns trade targets from 2020-01-27T22:16

Before diving into potential Suns trade targets of our listeners' interests, we remember Kobe Bryant's career and legacy a day after his death.

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Devin Booker's All-Star chances, Ayton's rise and bad trade options from 2020-01-21T21:45:41

What are Devin Booker's chances of making his first NBA All-Star Game? We discuss that after reviewing Deandre Ayton's strong stretch and what appears to be an unappealing trade market.

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Deandre Ayton flashes off bench, Kelly Oubre turns it up from 2020-01-13T22:08:39

The Suns have won two in a row since sending Deandre Ayton to the bench, while Kelly Oubre continues to prove that the best is yet to come.

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Suns reach a low point, and an NBA trade deadline preview from 2020-01-09T22:40:58

Losses to Memphis and Sacramento include concerns over Deandre Ayton's play and lead us toward the NBA trade deadline. Do the Phoenix Suns move Dario Saric or Aron Baynes?

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Monty Williams has had enough from 2020-01-06T19:02:23

Monty Williams let his frustration about his inconsistent team out in a press conference after the Phoenix Suns fell to the Memphis Grizzlies.

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The last Empire of the Suns podcast of the decade from 2019-12-31T23:05:28

And the Phoenix Suns are in the thick of the playoff conversation. Are they in position to stay that way with a healthy roster heading into 2020?

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Resetting expectations for Deandre Ayton - Dec. 20 from 2019-12-20T21:58:16

Deandre Ayton is back from suspension for the Phoenix Suns but injuries are threatening the team as other playoff hopefuls attempt to find themselves.

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Deandre Ayton nears a Suns return, and it's almost trade SZN from 2019-12-13T01:10:20

The Suns are getting by as Deandre Ayton prepares to return. Plus, NBA trade rumors are kicking up.

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Suns trying to scrape by through Ricky Rubio, Aron Baynes injuries - Dec. 3 from 2019-12-03T20:55:19

Ricky Rubio and Aron Baynes have been missed. The Phoenix Suns have been erratic without them, and Devin Booker is trying to feel his way through an up-and-down stretch.

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Suns stabilize on the road, back at home - Nov. 26 from 2019-11-26T23:05:12

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman discuss an encouraging back-to-back on the road for the Suns that included a win against a bubble team in the West.

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Suns face hurdles with Rubio and Baynes banged up from 2019-11-20T20:03:46

Ricky Rubio and Aron Baynes aren't healthy, and the Phoenix Suns are struggling to maintain their winning ways because of it.

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Through 10 games, we can identify Suns' promise and flaws from 2019-11-13T18:57:40

We know who the Phoenix Suns are after 10 games. Even after a loss to the Lakers, they're a gritty, smart basketball team, even if they continue searching for consistency from their role players.

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Are we thinking the Phoenix Suns could be playoff contenders? from 2019-11-05T21:38:05

*Sarcasm voice* Is Devin Booker actually good? We try to wrap our brains around the Phoenix Suns playing competent, solid basketball after they moved to 5-2 with a win over the Philadelphia 76ers.

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What's sustainable and what's not for the Suns after 4 games? from 2019-10-30T01:00:15

The Phoenix Suns are 2-2 and looking like a feisty, competitive squad without Deandre Ayton. Will their defense hold up? What about the offense?

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How Deandre Ayton's suspension impacts the Suns from 2019-10-26T05:32:38

Losing Deandre Ayton to a 25-game suspension after he tested positive for diuretics mars the start of the Phoenix Suns' season. Yet, they took the Nuggets to overtime in their first game without him.

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Suns beat the Kings and maybe this isn't like last year's season opener - Oct. 24 from 2019-10-24T07:34:05

Ricky Rubio, Devin Booker and Deandre Ayton had double-doubles as the Suns opened 2019-20 with a blowout win over the Sacramento Kings in head coach Monty Wililams' debut with Phoenix.

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Season expectations for the Phoenix Suns in 2019-20 from 2019-10-22T18:26:38

The Phoenix Suns certainly got better with an offseason overhaul led by GM James Jones But did they do enough to push their win total past the low-30s?

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Wrapping the Suns' preseason and a 2019-20 NBA season preview - Oct. 18 from 2019-10-18T23:34:32

Kevin and Kellan cover the good and the bad from the Phoenix Suns' preseason before going deep on the rest of the very different NBA landscape before the 2019-20 season begins.

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A preseason game in, Suns talk 0.5 mentality - Oct. 10 from 2019-10-10T19:04:42

The Phoenix Suns are a training camp and a preseason game into Monty Williams' tenure. Kevin and Kellan discuss their 0.5 mentality, the team's search for roles and more.

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It's media day and the 2019-20 Suns season is underway - Sept. 30 from 2019-09-30T21:01:53

Monty Williams begins his tenure as Phoenix Suns head coach with a roster completely reassembled around Devin Booker, Deandre Ayton, Kelly Oubre and Mikal Bridges.

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The big-picture 2019 Suns media day storylines - Sept. 26 from 2019-09-27T00:41:35

Devin Booker, Deandre Ayton and Monty Williams are leading the headlines for the Phoenix Suns as the 2019-20 NBA season begins. Training camp begins Monday.

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A final offseason overreaction: Deandre Ayton at PF - Sept. 19 from 2019-09-20T00:15:16

Before the Suns hold media day and head to training camp, we discuss (hopefully) one last overreaction from this summer: GM James Jones suggesting Deandre Ayton could play alongside Aron Baynes as ...

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Ricky Rubio and Aron Baynes clash, Team USA is out - Sept. 13 from 2019-09-13T23:09:05

New Phoenix Suns Ricky Rubio and Aron Baynes clashed as Spain beat Australia in the semifinals of the FIBA World Cup, while Team USA fell twice in a row.

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Bill Simmons' Devin Booker tweet and Team USA is in trouble - Sept. 4 from 2019-09-05T02:10:03

We unfortunately discuss Bill Simmons' distaste for no Devin Booker in the FIBA World Cup, analyze Ricky Rubio's performances so far and wonder if Team USA is in trouble after a near loss to Turkey.

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Devin Booker is chillin' as Team USA preps for FIBA 2019 from 2019-08-16T21:53:48

Should Devin Booker have played for USA Basketball? We discuss that, analyze Team USA and look ahead to the 2019 FIBA event.

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The best and worst of the Suns' Ryan McDonough era from 2019-08-13T23:03:38

With the James Jones era now underway in full, we look back at Ryan McDonough's time with the Phoenix Suns, from the best (Devin Booker) to the worst (the Brandon Knight trade).

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2019-20 NBA young core rankings from 2019-08-09T19:37:02

How good is the Phoenix Suns' young core? Kevin Zimmerman and Kellan Olson create their individual top 10 lists of NBA young cores of players under 25 years old.

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A mailbag of Suns and NBA expectations - Aug. 6 from 2019-08-07T02:11:41

We take Twitter questions about overachieving possibilities for the Phoenix Suns and the NBA as a whole.

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A rambling on the new-look NBA - July 23 from 2019-07-24T00:45:08

Much of the NBA landscape has changed. We talk the Suns' roster addition of Cheick Diallo and then dive into the Western Conference and NBA, team by team.

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Kelly Oubre Jr. is back and the Suns' roster is nearly set - July 15 from 2019-07-15T23:34:06

Kellan is back from Las Vegas, and Kelly Oubre Jr. is back after re-signing with the Phoenix Suns. With the roster nearly set for 2019-20, what is the outlook for Phoenix?

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Josh Jackson is gone, Summer Suns tip after 'quake - July 8 from 2019-07-08T19:23:08

Josh Jackson, De'Anthony Melton and two picks were traded for nada, and Kellan Olson updates us from Las Vegas about Jalen Lecque and an earthquake.

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Finally, the Suns land a point guard in Ricky Rubio - June 30 from 2019-07-01T05:57:09

Utah Jazz free agent Ricky Rubio agreed to a three-year deal with the Phoenix Suns, who finally got a starting-caliber point guard.

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2019 Suns free agency preview - June 26 from 2019-06-26T22:35:31

Kelly Oubre Jr.'s market, the D'Angelo Russell question and Patrick Beverley vs. the field are among the Phoenix Suns' questions heading into the NBA's free agency period.

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One final rant about the Suns' 2019 NBA Draft - June 22 from 2019-06-22T22:23:10

Kellan Olson and Kevin Zimmerman (who is back from vacation) are still a bit riled up about the Phoenix Suns' NBA Draft a few days after the fact.

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Instant reactions to a bad NBA Draft for Suns w/ Cole Zwicker - June 20 from 2019-06-21T08:26:06

Kellan Olson is joined by Cole Zwicker to try and figure out what exactly the Suns see in Cameron Johnson as the No. 11 overall pick. They also discuss the trades made by the Suns, Ty Jerome and so...

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Bickley & Marotta, Burns & Gambo look ahead to Suns offseason - June 17 from 2019-06-17T23:02:54

Kellan Olson is joined by Dan Bickley and Vince Marotta of 98.7 FM's Bickley & Marotta to gauge where they are at on the Suns' current status and the franchise's offseason plans. Later in the episo...

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NBA Draft expectations, Finals reactions - June 14 from 2019-06-14T22:13:18

Kevin Zimmerman is off doing things in Spain so Kellan Olson grabbed Jordan Byrd at the Arizona Sports offices to discuss expectations for the draft less than a week away and reactions to the Toron...

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Suns could trade up, down or out of the NBA Draft - June 10 from 2019-06-10T18:30:48

It wouldn't be shocking for the Phoenix Suns to investigate ways to get their guy in the 2019 NBA Draft by trading up. But if they don't like what's there at No. 6, trading down or out of are reali...

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