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Oct 11, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Mamadi Diakite (21) drives against the Detroit Pistons during the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

PREVIEW: Suns Need Bounce Back Win vs Pistons

The Phoenix Suns need a win without Devin Booker.

Oct 11, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Mamadi Diakite (21) drives against the Detroit Pistons during the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

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PREVIEW: Suns Need Bounce Back Win vs Pistons

The Phoenix Suns need a win without Devin Booker.

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November 13, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Phoenix Suns center Bol Bol (11) shoots the basketball against Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

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Three Suns Who Need More Playing Time

Mike Budenholzer and company have some potential rotational decisions to make for the Phoenix Suns.

Dec 19, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (left) and forward Kevin Durant react on the bench against the Indiana Pacers at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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What Went Wrong for Suns in Loss to Pacers

The Phoenix Suns entered Thursday's contest against the Indiana Pacers finally at full health, but could not make the most of it.

Dec 7, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (13) pressures Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (3) during the second half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

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Exploring Potential Trade Spots For Suns Star

Bradley Beal could potentially be on the move ahead of the trade deadline

Dec 15, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) and forward Kevin Durant (35) react between plays in the second half during a game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Allan Henry-Imagn Images

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Phoenix Suns' Checklist for Week Ahead

The Phoenix Suns need to iron out some things in the next two games

Dec 15, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) reacts between plays in the second half during a game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Allan Henry-Imagn Images

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Suns Buy/Sell: Devin Booker, Trade Rumors, and More

The Suns have lots of questions to answer over the coming months.

Dec 15, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) and forward Kevin Durant (35) react after a time out in the second half during a game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Allan Henry-Imagn Images

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Previewing Suns' Week Ahead

The Phoenix Suns are only set to play in two games this week.

Dec 15, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) and forward Kevin Durant (35) react between plays in the second half during a game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Allan Henry-Imagn Images

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3 Takeaways from Suns’ Narrow Win vs Blazers

The Phoenix Suns came out on top against the Portland Trail Blazers, showing some promising signs but also a few flaws.

Nov 2, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) passes the ball down court during the second half during a game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Allan Henry-Imagn Images

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Preview: Suns Hope to Start Win Streak vs Blazers

The Phoenix Suns are looking to secure win number 14 on the year as Portland comes to town.

Nov 6, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) and Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (22) look on during the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

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How Would Jimmy Butler Fit With Suns?

The star forward could prove to be a very strong fit in Phoenix

Nov 6, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) and Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (22) chase a loose ball during the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

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Pros/Cons of Suns Acquiring Jimmy Butler

The Phoenix Suns' potential pursuit of Jimmy Butler doesn't come risk-free.

Dec 7, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (22) shoots the ball against Phoenix Suns guard Grayson Allen (8) during the second half at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images

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Ranking Potential Trade Destinations For Jimmy Butler

The Miami Heat forward is eyeing several Western Conference contenders - could the Suns be the best spot?

Dec 8, 2024; Orlando, Florida, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) dribbles the ball past Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black (0) in the fourth quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

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Three Changes Suns Need to Make to Save Season

The Suns are sitting in a difficult position currently - what can they do to turn things around?

Dec 8, 2024; Orlando, Florida, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Tyus Jones (21) dribbles the ball against Orlando Magic guard Cole Anthony (50) in the fourth quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

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What's Wrong With The Phoenix Suns?

Some of the Phoenix Suns' weaknesses have been magnified as of late.

Dec 8, 2024; Orlando, Florida, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) dribbles the ball past Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black (0) in the fourth quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

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Suns Must Make Statement Soon to Save Season

The Phoenix Suns have to turn things around quickly to salvage this season

Dec 5, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) reacts to having foul called against him against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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Keys to Victory: How Suns Get Back on Track

The Phoenix Suns are looking for win number 13 - here's how they'll get it.

Nov 6, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (14) drives against Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (3) during the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

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PREVIEW: Suns Close Season Series vs Heat

The Phoenix Suns and Miami Heat are set to battle today.

Nov 2, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) greets San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) following the game at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Preview: Suns Face Spurs in NBA Cup Finale

The Phoenix Suns are looking to advance to the knockout stage tonight.

Nov 30, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) guards Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) during the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

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What We Learned About Suns in November

The Phoenix Suns gave us a mixed bag to digest last month.

Nov 30, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Tyus Jones (21) shoots over Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (00) during the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

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Previewing Suns' Huge Week Ahead

The Phoenix Suns have four games in the week ahead - three being on the road.

Nov 30, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) puts up a layup over Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (00) during the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

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Can Suns Prove to be Contenders?

The Suns have flashed the ability to be a high-end team in the NBA lately

Feb 10, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) defends against Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski (2) during the second half at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-Imagn Images

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Suns vs Warriors: Keys to Victory

The Phoenix Suns are looking to avoid another losing streak tonight.

Feb 10, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) and Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) talk during the second half at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-Imagn Images

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PREVIEW: Suns Host Warriors

The Phoenix Suns and Golden State Warriors hope to rebound from previous losses tonight.

Nov 27, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Royce O'Neale (00) shoots over Brooklyn Nets guard Shake Milton (7) during the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

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Grading Suns Role Players This Season

The Phoenix Suns' bench has shown great upside early this season.

Nov 27, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) and Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) look on against the Brooklyn Nets during the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

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Grades: How Have Suns Starters Played?

The Phoenix Suns' starting five has been a mixed bag of results.