Fanning the Flames

In just a few days, the Suns' season took the ultimate turn for the worse. Right when we thought the team was finally getting healthy, they lose Kelly Oubre to injury. The Suns then followed the loss of Oubre with two lackadasical performances against the Pistons and Warriors and a hard fought loss against the Raptors. To prove that when it rains, it pours, Devin Booker is mired in a slump (and lo...

[Ep. 15] How much do you know about the Suns’ assets? Who is a restricted free agent this offseason? How many drafts picks do the Suns have? How much is Ayton’s contract worth and for how long? The Suns Report breaks down all of our assets in this podcast, arming you with the knowledge of the Suns roster as the countdown to the offseason has begun.  Follow us on Instagram (@TheSunsReportPodcast)....

[Ep. 14] Week 19 was quite the disappointment as the Suns went 1-3. An opportunity to gain ground in the Western Conference playoff race we not seized, and the playoffs are all but out of reach for the Suns. Join The Suns Report Podcast as we discuss the games, why is Okobo still the first PG off the bench, Booker’s fatigue, and Monty’s poor coaching this week. Follow us on Instagram (@TheSunsRepo...

In all the time Fanning the Flames has been around, we've never really gotten into everyone's favorite NBA annoyance: the referees. Well, that changes in this episode, as we rant and rave about the other three people on the court that the Suns have to compete against night in and night out. In addition, we look ahead to the upcoming three Suns games and, as an added bonus, discuss a player the Sun...

[Ep. 13] You can’t win games unless you have a stable of stellar role players! The Suns Report Podcast team sifts thru Suns history to answer a fun question: Who is your favorite role player in Phoenix Suns history?  Follow us on Instagram (@TheSunsReportPodcast). If you have any mailbag questions, please email us at thesunsreport@gmail.com. #GoHomeAndLoveYourFamily Learn more about your ad choice...

The Suns eclipsed their 2018-2019 win total two weeks ago and are on pace to have one of the biggest win/loss turnarounds in the NBA this season. Most people agree that is about all they can accomplish this year. But you know the Podcast of Optimism thinks there's more. On this episode of Fanning the Flames, we discuss: What stood out in the Suns' 20-point win over the Utah Jazz; How that win comp...

[Ep. 12] With 71% of the season completed, what are our expectations for each member of the Phoenix Suns roster? Join The Suns Report Podcast team as they take a deep dive into want they want from each player, discuss opportunities, and pose the question: will they be here next year? Follow us on Instagram (@TheSunsReportPodcast). If you have any mailbag questions, please email us at thesunsreport...

[Ep. 11] Week 18 might have been short, but The Suns Report has plenty to talk about! Let’s put a bow on the All Star Game experience for Book Does Kyrie being the VP of the Player Union affect the Suns? Is Booker underappreciated nationally similar to Nash? Why doesn’t Monty have faith in his rotations? #CarterIsYourBackupPG How about a Week 19 Preview? You want it, we got it. Ish. Follow us on I...

To gear up for the Phoenix Suns getting back to action after the All-Star Break, on this episode of Fanning the Flames we discuss: Whether the Suns will cover Vegas' updated over/under of 32.5 wins; What games they'll win to get there; and One thing we want to see out of (almost) every player on the roster through the rest of the season. Follow Paul (@DervishOfWhirl), Justin (@SoSaysJ), and the po...

[Ep. 10] Dick Van Arsdale celebrates his birthday this Saturday on February 22. How much do you know about “The Original Sun”? John and Matthew break down his career on this episode of The Suns Report Podcast. Follow us on Instagram (@TheSunsReportPodcast). If you have any mailbag questions, please email us at thesunsreport@gmail.com. #GoHomeAndLoveYourFamily Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

On this episode of Fanning the Flames, we recap All-Star Weekend and get you geared up for the last 27 games of the Suns' season as we: Recap the most entertaining All-Star Game ever; Discuss Devin Booker's performance in the three-point contest and his putback dunk heard 'round the world; and Celebrate (and cross-our fingers) as the Suns are poised to have Deandre Ayton, Aron Baynes, and Dario Sa...

[Ep. 9] Many players have donned jersey #1 for the Phoenix Suns. Of all those players, who would be your must start, who would you prefer coming off of your bench, and who would you trade for maximum value? On this episode of The Suns Report Podcast, the guys do just that! Start, Bench, Trade: Jersey #1…who ya got? Follow John (@DarthVoita), Matthew (@MatthewLissy), and the podcast (@TheSunsReport...

[Ep. 8] Week 17 is complete, and what a week it was! Although the Suns went 1-1 and find themselves at 22-33 on the season, their best player finally has reached ‘star’ status. Seriously, look at his Basketball Reference line. Join The Suns Report team as they break down the selection, talk about the Lakers and Warriors’ games, prep for the All-Star break, and preview Week 18’s Toronto and Chicago...

On this episode of Fanning the Flames, we, of course, talk about how Suns Nation has been abuzz about Devin Booker being named an All-Star in place of the injured Damian Lillard. Plus, we get into: Our picks for the Slam Dunk Contest and 3-Point Contest; Ideas on how to make the All-Star Game more interesting; and What we want to see from the Suns after the All-Star Break. Follow Paul (@DervishOfW...

[Ep. 7] Ceballos' Hocus Pocus dunk? Booker's 3PT Contest W? What is your favorite moment is Suns All-Star history? The Phoenix Suns have had 62 selections and sent 23 players to the All-Star Game. Which of these moments make our top 3? Join John (@DarthVoita) and Matthew (@MatthewLissy) as they discuss their favorite Suns All-Star moments on the podcast (@TheSunsReport). Learn more about your ad c...

In the last episode of Fanning the Flames before the All-Star Break, we dive into: The knack for players to have unusually good performances against the Suns; How the rash of injuries has impacted the frontcourt; and Why everyone needs to stop worrying about whether Devin Booker wants to play elsewhere. Follow Paul (@DervishOfWhirl), Justin (@SoSaysJ), and the pod (@FanTheFlamesNBA) on Twitter.  F...

[Ep. 6] The trade deadline is officially behind us. Did the inert Suns do the right thing? How did moves around the NBA affect the Suns? Join The Suns Report Podcast (@TheSunsReport) team, John (@DarthVoita) and Matthew (@MatthewLissy), as they answers these questions and prepare for the post-NBA trade deadline season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

[Ep. 5] With 5 games in 7 nights, Week 16 was a gauntlet for the Phoenix Suns (21-32). The team went 1-4, survived the trade deadline, and find themselves 13th in the Western Conference. Join The Suns Report Podcast team, John Voita (@DarthVoita) and Matthew Lissy (@MatthewLissy), as they break down the week, analyze the roster, and talk about expectations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

[Ep. 4] The Suns (20-28) finally did what we wanted them to do: They started BOBRA (Booker, Oubre, Bridges, Rubio, Ayton). The result? A victory over Dallas and a close loss to Memphis. Join John and Matthew as they discuss this and other highlights from Week 15. Follow John (@DarthVoita), Matthew (@MatthewLissy), and the podcast (@TheSunsReport) on Twitter.  Stop by The Suns Report Podcast page o...

We hopped on as guests with Dave King (@DaveKingNBA) and Greg Esposito (@Espo) on the Suns Solar Panel (@SunsSolarPanel) to talk about Devin Booker's All-Star Game Snub. Are the rest of the Suns to blame? How can the process be fixed? Listen in and find out. Follow Paul (@DervishOfWhirl), Justin (@SoSaysJ), and the pod (@FanTheFlamesNBA) on Twitter.  Fanning the Flames is available on iTunes, Stit...

Processing the loss of Kobe Bryant has been difficult for many of us. We just wanted to share our thoughts and appreciation for the Black Mamba. Rest in Peace Kobe, Gigi, John, Keri, Alyssa, Sarah, Payton, Christina, and Ara. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

[Ep. 3] The world was shocked today by the passing of Kobe Bryant. John talks about The Black Mamba and the others we lost too soon. Follow John (@DarthVoita), Matthew (@MatthewLissy), and the podcast (@TheSunsReport) on Twitter.  Stop by The Suns Report Podcast page on Facebook. Follow us on Instagram (@TheSunsReportPodcast). If you have any mailbag questions, please email us at thesunsreport@gma...

[Ep. 2] The Suns (19-26) are in 10th place in the West following a 1-2 performance in Week 14. John and Matthew delve into the games, Larry Legend's purchase, Oubre's social media absence, the All Star Game, a roster rundown, and a Week 15 preview.  Follow John (@DarthVoita), Matthew (@MatthewLissy), and the podcast (@TheSunsReport) on Twitter.  Stop by The Suns Report Podcast page on Facebook. Fo...

The Phoenix Suns are 4-2 over their last six games and, during that stretch, we've seen an uptick in Mikal Bridges' playing time and solid, all-around performances by Deandre Ayton. Those two guys are the focal point of this episode of Fanning the Flames. Listen in as we discuss: Whether Bridges should start and, if so, who he should replace in the starting lineup; The best performing lineups for...

After another “unintentional” hiatus, your boys are back with a new episode of the one and only PODCAST OF OPTIMISM, Fanning the Flames! We catch up on all that has happened since the last pod, and ask the existential question “Have you given up on the Suns?” Spoiler alert: NOPE! We also give your thoughts on: James Jones’ interview with the fans at Bright Side Night (thanks Dave); what’s wrong wi...