Phoenix Suns
Alvin Gentry Interested in Clippers Job
Although Alvin Gentry has a standing invitation to join Mike D’Antoni’s staff as an assistant coach for the Los Angeles Lakers next season, he’d prefer to return to Los Angeles as a head coach … with... »Read More
Multiple Teams Eyeing Sampson, Snyder?
Onetime Indiana University coach Kelvin Sampson, fired a little more than five years ago, is in the mix for four of the six NBA head coaching openings. Sampson, 57, has interviewed for the vacant... »Read More
Where Do the Suns Go from Here?
The Phoenix Suns are going through a full-scale rebuild after finishing the season as the last place team in the Western Conference. »Read More
Lindsey Hunter Talks Future with Suns’ GM
Phoenix Suns general manager Ryan McDonough met with interim coach Lindsey Hunter to discuss the franchise’s head-coaching job on Wednesday, league sources told Yahoo! Sports. McDonough and Hunter met in Chicago, where McDonough had... »Read More
Will Lindsey Hunter Remain as Suns Coach?
On Thursday, (Ryan) McDonough spoke on his new role as the Suns general manager, wearing an orange tie that he just had been given. Despite unfamiliar surroundings, McDonough, 33, was convincing of his comfort... »Read More
Source: Hornacek on Suns, Bobcats Radar
#NBA source: #Suns and #Bobcats are expected to join #Sixers in interviewing #Jazz assistant Jeff Hornacek. via Tom Moore via Twitter »Read More
76ers Like Budenholzer or Malone as Coach?
It’s too early to identify a front-runner in the Philadelphia 76ers’ search for a new head coach, but the team has conducted a thorough background check on Golden State Warriors assistant coach Mike Malone, league... »Read More
McDonough, Weltman Top Suns GM List?
The Suns’ decision for their next general manager could come down to two men – Jeff Weltman and Ryan McDonough. Weltman, Milwaukee‘s assistant general manager, has been seen as a favorite since the beginning... »Read More
Jeff Weltman Shoo-in for Suns’ GM Job?
Jeff Weltman, as has been reported, is the frontrunner to be the Phoenix Suns’ next GM, and one source said he was team president Lon Babby’s preference when he first joined the Suns but... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings – Playoff Edition
Two teams have already advanced. Can the Golden State Warriors upset the Denver Nuggets? NBA Rankings, playoff edition. »Read More
NBA Sunday: Western Conference Upset Brewing
A top-seed in the West could be on the verge of a quick exit... Durant, Thunder survive Game Three... Stotts, Olshey talk Blazers' future. »Read More
NBA Saturday: Jabari Parker Ready for Duke
Top recruit Jabari Parker talks Duke and the NBA... Does Toronto have a shot at Phil Jackson?... Who are the other top coaching candidates for this offseason's imminent coaching carousel? »Read More
Charles Barkely Interested in Suns GM Job
Charles Barkley, a Suns Ring of Honor member, has said repeatedly in recent years that he needs a new challenge after 14 years of broadcast analysis for TNT and that becoming a GM would... »Read More
Lindsey Hunter Interested in Pistons Vacancy?
Source: Lindsey Hunter has asked #Suns for permission to interview for #Pistons HC vacancy. It will likely be granted soon. via Matt Dery via Twitter »Read More
NBA AM: Suns Bottom Out, But Have Options
The Phoenix Suns hit rock bottom this season and fired their general manager. But the club will have options to improve this summer »Read More
Grant Hill Could be Suns GM Candidate
Interesting candidate being floated by rival execs for Suns GM job: Grant Hill. Hill used to be repped by Lon Babby. Robert Sarver a big fan Hill has strongly suggested he would retire at... »Read More
Suns Fire GM Lance Blanks
The Phoenix Suns today announced that Lance Blanks will no longer serve as the club’s general manager. “Lance has been a trusted friend and colleague,” said Suns President of Basketball Operations Lon Babby. “I... »Read More
Gortat: Suns ‘Weak’, ‘Missing Character’
(Marcin) Gortat became a solid center over 2½ Suns seasons to the point that they went 4-17 after losing him to a foot sprain. He could be a trade piece as much as a... »Read More
Dragic, Scola Mum on Hunter Return
(Luis) Scola and (Goran) Dragic were asked whether they would recommend interim head coach Lindsey Hunter returning next season. Both players punted the topic. “That’s a tough question,” Dragic said. “ … I’m here... »Read More
Suns’ Brown Frustrated by Lack of Minutes
Shannon Brown sits aside the practice court. He is done with his work but unable to let go of a basketball or his intensity as he discusses becoming the Suns’ odd man out. “I... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings – Week 24
Fifteen teams have locked in playoff berths. Will the LA Lakers or Utah Jazz make it sixteen? The NBA , 24 weeks in . . . »Read More
Dudley: Beasley Should Listen to Coaches
(Michael) Beasley’s teammate, Jared Dudley, told Arizona Sports 620′s Doug and Wolf Tuesday that the inconsistency in the former No. 2 pick’s game comes from how he plays early in the game. According to... »Read More
Suns’ Luis Scola Criticizes Team’s Play
With nine days (five games) remaining before summer vacation — beginning early for the third straight year — the Suns are assured of finishing with no better than the second-worst record in franchise history.... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 23
Thirteen teams have clinched including all eight in the Eastern Conference - the NBA Power Rankings 23 weeks in . . . »Read More
NBA Sunday: Brooklyn’s Star Rounding Into Form
After a slow start to the season, Deron Williams is putting the league on notice... Looking at the West's lottery teams... Defense remains crucial to Bulls championship hopes. »Read More
Suns’ Scola Blames Self for Losing Season
At 32, (Luis) Scola wound up in Phoenix, by auction, with the Suns craftily knowing their three-year, $13.6 million offer would be best based on other teams’ payrolls. This season’s disappointment is hard for... »Read More
Fine Coming for Clippers’ Ryan Hollins?
Ryan Hollins decided to play tough guy when his Clippers were leading the Suns by 25 points and nine minutes remained in Los Anglees’ rout. And that was not the worst part of Hollins’... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 22
After a lengthy slump, the N.Y. Knicks are suddenly hot, winners of eight straight - now sixth in the NBA Power Rankings for Week 22 »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 21
The Houston Rockets are climbing up the NBA Power Rankings while the Boston Celtics are starting to fade. The NBA 21 weeks in . . . »Read More
Marshall Starting to Prove Worth for Suns
Although a lottery pick in the 2012 draft, (Kendall) Marshall found it tough to crack the Suns rotation at point guard due to the fact that seasoned veterans Goran Dragic and Sebastian Telfair were... »Read More
Lakers’ Bryant to Rest Tonight Against Suns
Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant will miss his second straight game when the Lakers plays the Suns Monday night, and his status is considered day to day, the Lakers announced. Bryant is recovering from a... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 20
The Denver Nuggets are the hottest team in the NBA, climbing to four in the NBA Power Rankings for Week 20. »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 19
The Miami HEAT continue to dominate. The LA Lakers step into the West's top eight & 15 overall in the NBA Power Rankings for Week 19 »Read More
Suns’ Gortat Out 3-4 Weeks
Phoenix Suns center Marcin Gortat today underwent an MRI that revealed a Lisfranc (midfoot) sprain in his right foot. The injury is expected to sideline him for approximately three to four weeks. The 6-11, 245-pound center sustained... »Read More
Hunter Hopes to Remain Head Coach of Suns
Lindsey Hunter’s coaching style is best described as intense, physical and in-your-face, which isn’t a huge surprise to anyone who watched Hunter during his 17-year NBA career. Hunter, who took over as the Phoenix... »Read More
Suns’ Wes Johnson in Rhythm; Confident
It’s just at three-game sample, but shooting guard Wesley Johnson is finally putting up numbers expected of a former first-round draft pick. Johnson, taken fourth overall by the Minnesota Timberwolves in 2010, has averaged... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 18
The Golden State Warriors take a sizable dip in the NBA Power Rankings for Week 18 »Read More
NBA AM: The Rejuvenation of Jermaine O’Neal
The secret behind the rejuvenation of Jermaine O'Neal, who looks to still have a couple years in the tank. Sacramento submits their final counter offer to keep the Kings... Up close with rookie guard... »Read More
Beasley Building Career in ‘Baby Steps’
The Timberwolves have moved on, to an injury-filled season that once again won’t turn out like they hoped it would. Former Wolves Michael Beasley and Wes Johnson have moved on as well, to seasons... »Read More
Suns’ Brown Upset at New Role
A shower after the game Sunday was unnecessary for Shannon Brown. “I did it earlier,” he said with a grin. Brown, like the 14,923 fans in attendance at US Airways Center, watched the Suns... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 17
Behind LeBron James, the Miami HEAT are dominating - climbing to the top of the NBA Power Rankings through Week 17. »Read More
Suns Long-Desired to Pair Morris Twins
The Suns were not just acquiring the lottery-pick talent of Marcus Morris by finalizing a deal Thursday with Houston. They feel like they are acquiring a new Markieff Morris as well with the move.... »Read More
O’Neal Not Seeking Buyout from Suns
Jermaine O’Neal tells ESPN that he is staying with Suns and NOT seeking contract buyout. More to come shortly via Marc Stein via Twitter »Read More
Sources: Phoenix Suns Release Luke Zeller
Suns just released Luke Zeller to make room for Marcus Morris, sources say via Chris Broussard via Twitter »Read More
Mixed Messages On The Phoenix Suns
The Phoenix Suns scooped up Marcus Morris from the Houston Rockets last night in exchange for a 2013second round pick. The Suns roster now stands at 16 players, meaning Phoenix will have to either... »Read More
Buyout Possible for Jermaine O’Neal?
Suns have to make roster move to make room for Morris deal. Teams have been expecting a Jermaine O’Neal buyout/release if not traded. via Brian Windhorst via Twitter »Read More
Pierce, Smith Top NBA Rumor News
As the final 24 hours before the NBA trade deadline wind down, there are two names that continue to surface amongst league sources. Yahoo! Sports’ Adrian Wojnarowski tweets that Boston’s Paul Pierce and Atlanta’s... »Read More
Gortat/Perkins Talks Never Happened?
One of the more interesting rumors to surface today was the one that had the Oklahoma City Thunder discussing a trade that would have sent Kendrick Perkins to Phoenix and landed Marcin Gortat in... »Read More
Source: OKC Exploring Gortat for Perkins
Much of the Suns’ trade talk seems to have simmered down as the Thursday 1 p.m. deadline nears, but there is one more possibility. ESPN.com reported New York’s interest in Jermaine O’Neal and Toronto’s... »Read More
The Psychology of the NBA Trade Deadline
Dr. Travis Heath looks at the stressors that impact a player's performance as the NBA's trade deadline approaches. »Read More
The Worst Trade Deadline Deals of All-Time
The L.A. Clippers turned out fine without Kyrie Irving, but they probably didn't have to just give him away to the Cleveland Cavaliers either. »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 16
Where do all 30 teams stand as they head into the NBA trade deadline? The NBA Power Rankings, 16 weeks in . . . »Read More
Biggest Trade Deadline Steals of All-Time
Most deadline trades are either good or mediocre for both teams involved, but there have been some that have proven to be tremendous steals. »Read More
NBA AM: All About The Upcoming Trade Deadline
The trade deadline is February 21. There are plenty of names in play. We have it all covered here. »Read More
Suns’ Jermaine O’Neal Open to Trade
It still has not been easy for the 34-year-old center (Jermaine O’Neal) to go through playing for the worst team he has ever been on but that does not make being traded to a... »Read More
Suns’ Jared Dudley Not Seeking Trade
Some of the more enlightened folks in this great land know that the grass is not always greener on the other side of the fence. One such player is Phoenix Suns swingman Jared Dudley.... »Read More
Telfair Open to Move; Fine with Staying
While Jared Dudley and Marcin Gortat are most often rumored in trade scenarios, the more likely candidates would be veterans on expiring contracts such as Jermaine O’Neal and Sebastian Telfair. For Telfair, he already... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week 15
The Boston Celtics say, 'Don't bury us yet' as they jump up the NBA Power Rankings for Week 15 »Read More
Trade Rumors ‘Don’t Faze’ Suns’ Dudley
The trade deadline is 11 days away, but the Suns already are linked to talks with New York and Utah. Multiple media outlets reported the Suns have ongoing interest in Iman Shumpert, a guard they... »Read More
Shumpert-for-Dudley Trade Has No Legs?
The New York Knicks are listening to trade offers for Iman Shumpert, but a team source said a deal that would send the second-year guard to the Phoenix Suns for Jared Dudley as part... »Read More
New York Knicks Eyeing Jared Dudley?
Source says the New York Knicks have some interest in Jared Dudley. No word on who they would offer or if talks have taken place. via Alex Kennedy via Twitter »Read More
NBA Trade Watch – West
As the February 21 NBA trade deadline nears, which Western Conference teams are looking to make a deal? »Read More
Suns’ Blanks, Hunter Forming Close Bond
Since (Lance) Blanks chose (Lindsey) Hunter as the Suns interim head coach, the general manager has been far more engaged than in his 2/1 seasons with Alvin Gentry. Blanks and Hunter meet regularly and... »Read More
Suns Coach Lindsey Hunter Embracing the Hate
Lindsey Hunter had staying power as an NBA player, sticking around the league largely as a reserve point guard for 17 seasons as a product of Jackson State. Now he’s looking to prove he... »Read More
Hunter Making Impact on Suns Players
Lindsey Hunter had staying power as an NBA player, sticking around the league largely as a reserve point guard for 17 seasons as a product of Jackson State. Now he’s looking to prove he can... »Read More
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