Phoenix Suns
Scola ‘Happy’, ‘Optimistic’ on Joining Suns
While envisioning how he would bring Houston a championship, (Luis) Scola never considered moving. Why would the star of a team? A funny thing happened on the way to Houston immortality. The Rockets waived... »Read More
NBA PM: Is Luis Scola Phoenix’s X-Factor?
The Suns believe they're a playoff team and Luis Scola is a big reason why ... Chase Budinger prepared to "step up" and help replace injured stars in Minneosta ... Danny Granger still key... »Read More
HOOPSWORLD TV: Michael Beasley
Phoenix Suns forward Michael Beasley talks about his expectations for the upcoming season, his new teammates and how he fits in this new system in this exclusive interview. »Read More
HOOPSWORLD TV: Goran Dragic
Phoenix Suns point guard Goran Dragic talks about his expectations for the upcoming season, his growth as a player, his new supporting cast and more in this exclusive interview. »Read More
Young Phoenix Suns Have Much to Prove
Are former top-five overall picks Michael Beasley and Wes Johnson at a crossroads heading into the 2012-13 NBA season? »Read More
NBA PM: Michael Beasley’s Last Stand?
Can Michael Beasley finally find a home in Phoenix? ... Anthony Carter preparing to coach in Denver ... Could Kenyon Martin be the answer in Dallas with Dirk Nowitzki out six weeks? »Read More
Is Goran Dragic the Next Star In Phoenix?
With Steve Nash now residing in Los Angeles, the onus is on his former protégé Goran Dragic to lead the Phoenix Suns. »Read More
NBA PM: Who Survives the Cut?
NBA Teams can carry up to 15 players into the regular season. Who will make it past training camp to opening night? »Read More

Can Gortat Shine without Steve Nash?
Enough scorers have enjoyed career seasons next to Steve Nash to question whether Marcin Gortat will be the same offensive player without him around. According to HoopData, Gortat was assisted on 78.6 percent of his buckets in 2010-11 with... »Read More

Dragic ‘Shocked’ Nash with Rival Lakers
Phoenix Suns fans recently eating at a local Mexican restaurant found it curious when they saw their beloved former point guard Steve Nash dining with his replacement Goran Dragic. Several of those fans let... »Read More
NBA PM: Plenty At Stake In Preseason Action
Steve Nash, Brandon Roy, Jeremy Lin, and Jonas Valanciunas are some of the big names taking the court tonight ... Brandon Roy: The Comeback Trail ... The Cuban/Williams debate ... »Read More

Beasley Turns Attention to Defensive Side
It is out with the old (Grant Hill turned 40 on Friday) and in with the new ((Michael) Beasley is 23) for the Suns at small forward, where Beasley is expected to take the... »Read More

Sarver Not Focused on Gentry Extension
Training camp opened Tuesday, and the mood of Suns fans can be best described as skeptical with a hint of curiosity. They have accepted life without Steve Nash. They understand the team is in... »Read More

Jared Dudley Fighting for Starting Job?
It started to look like the real stuff Tuesday night when the Suns scrimmaged for the first time in the day’s second practice session at University of California-San Diego. Coach Alvin Gentry’s voice is... »Read More

Ike Diogu Added to Suns Camp Roster
The Suns might replace a Wildcat with the Sun Devil who was drafted one pick after him seven years ago. Former Arizona State star power forward Ike Diogu was added to the Suns’ training... »Read More
Beasley, Thabeet Highlight NBA Retreads
Some NBA players don't get it right on their first (or second) try. Here's a look at some of the players looking to break out with a new team. »Read More
NBA Preseason Power Rankings
The Miami HEAT, current NBA reigning champions, stay atop the preseason rankings but repeating will be no easy task. »Read More
HOOPSWORLD’S 2012-2013 Team Previews
A guide to HOOPSWORLD's 2012-2013 team previews! »Read More
NBA PM: 2013 Draft Obligations
A full 90 percent of the league has some sort of draft obligation in 2013 (coming in or going out), depending on protections. »Read More

Channing Frye Optimistic About Returning
News of Channing Frye’s medical condition has a lot of Suns fans worried he won’t play again. But he’s hoping it won’t be too long before he’s back in the game. “It’s not a... »Read More
NBA AM: Banking On Bogut’s Health Is Risky
The Golden State Warriors are thinking playoffs but that ambition will come down to the health of Andrew Bogut »Read More

Channing Frye Expects to Miss Season
(Channing) Frye said he expects to miss the coming season due to an enlarged heart caused by a virus that is rare and only treatable with rest, if that even works. It was caught... »Read More

Channing Frye Sidelined Indefinitely
The Phoenix Suns today announced that forward Channing Frye will be sidelined indefinitely for medical reasons. Frye has developed a dilated cardiomyopathy, an enlarged heart. The condition was discovered during a screening echocardiogram conducted... »Read More
NBA PM: Team Salaries Averaging $67.1 Million
The average team salary is currently about $67.1 million with eight tax teams and six remaining franchises under the salary cap. »Read More
2012-2013 Phoenix Suns Season Preview
With the NBA season just around the corner, HOOPSWORLD takes a look at the 2012-2013 Phoenix SUns. »Read More

Coro: Suns Not Pursuing Leandro Barbosa
Free agent Leandro Barbosa told @balanacesta that he talked to the #Suns. It must’ve been a one-way talk. Suns aren’t pursuing him. via Paul Coro via Twitter »Read More
NBA Sunday: Suns Eye Playoffs, Post Steve Nash
Normally losing an All-Star would mean a massive rebuilding project, but the Phoenix Suns are possibly gearing up for a playoff run »Read More

Phoenix Suns’ Looking Towards The Future
Technically, the final six acquisitions the Suns made came between July 15 and Aug. 15. Truly, the idea behind roster renovation had been in the works since December 2010 when the Suns opted to... »Read More
NBA PM: The West’s Surprise Team?
Is one of the West's most promising young teams being overlooked? ... Brooklyn Nets considering Andray Blatche? ... A legend gets his due on Thursday ... »Read More
NBA PM: Available Options & Extensions
Teams must decide on rookie contract extensions and options by Halloween. In a class headlined by James Harden, who else is eligible? »Read More
NBA AM: Solid Free Agents Remain Unsigned
With training camps set to open in one month, some quality free agents may be forced into taking one year veteran minimum deals »Read More
Six NBA Players Primed To Breakout
Every year there are NBA players primed for a breakout season. Check out our top six candidates here. »Read More

Rookie Transition Program an ‘Eye-Opener’
(Kendall) Marshall was in New Jersey from Aug. 16-20 to work on his life grip along with the rest of the 2011 and 2012 rookie classes. The NBA’s Rookie Transition Program hosted 110 players... »Read More
NBA PM: Spending Power Dwindling
Very few NBA teams have significant spending power left this summer, a comprehensive look at remaining cap room and exceptions. »Read More
NBA AM: Cavaliers’ Roster Is Maxed Out
The Cleveland Cavaliers have more salary cap space than anyone, but their roster is maxed out... Movement in Philly but not with the Clippers... Will the Bucks extend Brandon Jennings?... The Legend of the... »Read More

Ibaka Deal Opens Door to Suns for Harden?
News that Serge Ibaka reached agreement on a four-year contract with Oklahoma City should catch the attention of Suns fans. The amount of the deal, $48 million, will make it trickier for the Thunder... »Read More

Suns Waive Brad Miller, Jerome Dyson
Suns also announced waiving Brad Miller & Jerome Dyson, expected moves as part of the (Robin) Lopez trade. Miller gets an $850K buyout. via Paul Coro via Twitter »Read More

Suns Finalize Deal with Jermaine O’Neal
The Phoenix Suns have signed 16-year NBA veteran Jermaine O’Neal. The length of the contract wasn’t disclosed. The 6-foot-11 O’Neal is expected to back up center Marcin Gortat, a role previously held by Robin... »Read More

Ranking the NBA Western Conference
Unquestionably stacked yet again this upcoming season, it's time for HOOPSWORLD to put the teams in the NBA West in order from 1-15. »Read More

Suns Want Committed Players
After missing the playoffs two years in a row, the landscape has changed, with different staffing and players. Most of the roster will be new next season, with seven incoming players: Michael Beasley, Goran... »Read More

HOOPSWORLD Week In Review
HOOPSWORLD looks back at some of the top stories from the NBA this week! »Read More

NBA Saturday: Howard Ready To Deliver Title to L.A.
Dwight Howard knows title expectations are rising high in Los Angeles and he’s ready to deliver one to the Lakers »Read More

Jermaine O’Neal Agrees to Join Suns
In the shadow cast by Superman’s arrival in Los Angeles, the timing of Jermaine O’Neal’s choice to commit to the Suns on Friday was unfortunate as an unrelated move. Given the caliber of remaining... »Read More
NBA AM: Teams Ready To Make Playoff Leap
After a summer of draft picks, free agent signings and trades here are some teams who are poised to make the playoff leap in 2013 »Read More

Beasley Ready for a New Beginning
Seconds after the clock struck midnight and free agency began on July 1, the Phoenix Suns contacted Michael Beasley and scheduled a meeting with the unrestricted free agent. The Suns didn’t waste any time... »Read More
Beasley Excited for Fresh Start With Suns
Michael Beasley has joined the Phoenix Suns and he believes the change of scenery will allow him to turn over a new leaf and realize his full potential. »Read More
NBA PM: Nash Says Bryant “Sealed Deal” to LA
Steve Nash says Kobe Bryant's enthusiasm sealed move to LA Lakers... Blazers' new head coach brings championship savvy... UConn's Boatright ready for year two jump »Read More
Did Steve Nash Make Mike D’Antoni?
Some would say Steve Nash's numbers were inflated due to Mike D’Antoni’s offensive system, but did the new Lakers' point guard actually inflate the system’s value? »Read More
NBA PM: Trade Veto Power
Which NBA players have trade veto power? Only three have explicit no-trade clauses but the list is far longer than that . . . »Read More
2012 NBA Free Agency: Best of Who’s Left
Bargain shopping is in full swing across the NBA, will your favorite team acquire a bargain or a bust to close out free agency? »Read More
Top 5 Most Changed NBA Teams
Anthony Davis is just a small part of a massive overhaul in New Orleans, but there are teams that have made even bigger changes for 2012-13. »Read More

No Contract Extension for Suns’ Gentry?
The transaction flurry that has defined the Suns this month has not included a contract extension for head coach Alvin Gentry. And that’s not a surprise. We were escorted to the acceptance porch of... »Read More

James Harden: I’m Open to Joining Suns
A flicker of hope for Valley basketball fans: Former Arizona State star James Harden would consider signing with the Suns if his contract expires after next season. “Yeah,” he said. “Of course. I love... »Read More
Kendall Marshall: My Game Needs Work
Rookie Kendall Marshall has landed in a great spot with the rebuilding Phoenix Suns; can he elevate his game to the next level? »Read More
NBA PM: The Dallas Mavericks’ Master Plan
Dallas Mavericks President Donnie Nelson discusses the state of his team ... Another Phoenix Suns president resigns ... Three-team trade goes down, giving Minnesota Timberwolves room for Kirilenko »Read More

Suns President Resigns After Nine Months
Rick Welts has not even been gone from the Suns for a year and the presidency of the franchise’s business side is changing again. Brad Casper, the former head of Dial Corp., resigned as... »Read More
Dissecting the 2012-13 NBA Schedule
Next season's full schedule for all 30 NBA teams has been released. It's time for HOOPSWORLD to break it down. »Read More

Suns Re-Sign Shannon Brown
The Phoenix Suns have re-signed guard Shannon Brown. The contract is for two years with the second year partially guaranteed. Brown averaged 11 points and 2.7 rebounds in a career-high 23.7 minutes per game... »Read More
NBA@2: The Post-Nash Era Begins In Phoenix
Suns GM Lance Blanks talks about rebuilding without Steve Nash ... Donatas Motiejunas excited to join Houston Rockets ... How Roy Hibbert got paid in Indiana. . . »Read More
The NBA Summer League Must-Sign List
Who were this year's undrafted or unsigned players from Summer League who belong on the NBA's must sign list for training camp? »Read More
NBA AM: Utah Jazz Quietly Having Strong Summer
The Utah Jazz have added solid veterans to their young core. Paul Millsap feels the team can emerge as a sleeper in the West. »Read More
Hornets to Acquire Robin Lopez?
The New Orleans Hornets have worked hard on executing a sign-and-trade for Suns RFA center Robin Lopez, but the deal hasn’t come together. The Phoenix Suns want to keep Lopez, but sides are still... »Read More
NBA Summer League: Buyer’s Remorse?
These notable young players, including Cleveland's Dion Waiters, didn't live up to expectations over the course of the 2012 NBA Summer League. »Read More

Report: Suns to Sign P.J. Tucker
Over the five years since he last was in the NBA, P.J. Tucker has seen players come into leagues in six other countries with an expectation for success before struggling to find their roles... »Read More
HOOPSWORLD Week In Review
HOOPSWORLD looks back at some of the top stories from the NBA this week! »Read More













































