Fanning the Flames

The Phoenix Suns are going to be without Cameron Johnson for six to eight weeks and Chris Paul is currently sidelined with a sore heel. Are we worried? Naw... not really. We explain why on this episode of Fanning the Flames. In addition, we discuss: Cameron Payne elevating his performance so far this season;. Mikal Bridges' performance against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Do the Suns need to make a...

WARNING: This episode is a bit of a bummer. With Cam Johnson sidelined "indefinitely" the Suns will have to make some internal changes to keep the play strong and the vibes stronger. With Craig's likely shift into the starting 5, what will happen to the bench unit? We look at the ripple effects from Cam Johnson's injury and see what the Suns may be able to do to keep things steady moving forward....

The Phoenix Suns are off to a 6-1 start and Paul is back on Fanning the Flames. The world feels right again. On this episode, we discuss: the performance by the Suns bench so far Cameron Johnson's huge game and what it means Kyrie Irving and his "apology" whether the team needs to make a trade (and, yes, Kevin Durant's name rears its head). Make sure to follow Paul (@DervishOfWhirl), Dan (@danduar...

The Suns keep winning and we keep talking about it. Make sure to subscribe on all podcast platforms! Also, feel free to check us out on Twitter: @TheValleyPHX Into the Valley: A Phoenix Suns Podcast | Part of the Bright Side Podcast Network (Hosted by Philip Russell, Ryan Shutt, and Ethan Shutt) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Phoenix Suns basketball is back and so is Fanning the Flames (well, 2/3 of us)! We dive into the team's 3-1 start, including discussions about: Devin Booker bringing his game to an entirely new level. Klay Thompson having a psychological meltdown on national television. Jock Landale's performance and his chances at Most Improved Player or Sixth Man of the Year. And for those so inclined, we cap of...

The Suns won "Game 8" against the Mavericks to get the season started right! How do you follow up a massive comeback win? By dropping a heartbreaker in Portland. We talk all things week 1 of the NBA season and play a quick game of "Believe It or Not". Stick around to the end for our first Highs, Lows and Just So You Knows of the season! Make sure to subscribe on all podcast platforms! Also, feel f...

Join us as we make our predictions for the upcoming Suns' season! Will they be finals contenders? Which player will impress? Who will disappoint? Previews and predictions incoming! Make sure to subscribe on all podcast platforms! Also, feel free to check us out on Twitter: @TheValleyPHX Into the Valley: A Phoenix Suns Podcast | Part of the Bright Side Podcast Network (Hosted by Philip Russell, Rya...

We cover what's going on out East before returning to our Suns Roster Breakdown! We've talked about the guards, but what about the bigs? Make sure to subscribe on all podcast platforms! Also, feel free to check us out on Twitter and Instagram: @TheValleyPHX Into the Valley: A Phoenix Suns Podcast | Part of the Bright Side Podcast Network (Hosted by Philip Russell, Ryan Shutt, and Ethan Shutt) Lear...

What are the NBA Finals odds for the Adelaide 36ers? Asking for a friend... Make sure to subscribe on all podcast platforms! Also, feel free to check us out on Twitter: @TheValleyPHX Into the Valley: A Phoenix Suns Podcast | Part of the Bright Side Podcast Network (Hosted by Philip Russell, Ryan Shutt, and Ethan Shutt) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome Into the Valley! In this episode we're going to cover the end of the Sarver Saga (we hope), the end of Jae Crowder's time in Phoenix, and what we heard at Phoenix Suns Media Day. Make sure to subscribe on all podcast platforms! Also, feel free to check us out on Twitter and Instagram: @TheValleyPHX Into the Valley: A Phoenix Suns Podcast | Part of the Bright Side Podcast Network (Hosted by...

On this episode of Fanning the Flames, we do a deep dive into Robert Sarver announcing that he intends to sell the Phoenix Suns. We discuss our reactions and the reactions from people across the NBA. And we even get exclusive comments from Donald Trump (yes... you read that right). In addition, Jake Braunger (@FallenFounder) joins us as we dive into: Sarver issuing one of the most egotistical and...

We wanted to take some time to share our thoughts on the Sarver Saga. Retelling what led to the recent findings, and sharing our thoughts on the conclusion of the investigation. We hope you'll give it a listen, and feel free to share your thoughts on our Twitter, @TheValleyPHX. Make sure to subscribe on all podcast platforms! Also, feel free to check us out on Twitter and Instagram: @TheValleyPHX...

We've been away for a bit, but the release of the Sarver Report certainly warrants a return. We dive into the report with our boy Gavin Sporle (@GuessworkGav) from the Aussie Suns Fans Podcast (@AussieSunsFans), as we discuss: Immediate reactions to the report; How the facts outlined in the report resulted in Adam Silver's punishment decision; The likelihood of the minority owners pushing Robert S...

We can't talk about basketball games yet, but we can at least talk about when they'll be played! Join us as we break down the recent schedule announcements. Make sure to subscribe on all podcast platforms! Also, feel free to check us out on Twitter and Instagram: @TheValleyPHX Into the Valley: A Phoenix Suns Podcast | Part of the Bright Side Podcast Network (Hosted by Philip Russell, Ryan Shutt, a...

Although we are fully-entrenched in the doldrums of the NBA offseason, that does not mean there's nothing to talk about, right? Well, we'll find something, at least. On this episode of Fanning the Flames, we continue down the Suns' offseason as we discuss: The Suns' new City Edition jerseys for next season (or at least what we think they'll look like); New two-way signee Duane Washington, Jr., and...

Deandre Ayton is a Phoenix Sun for at least 4 more years... we think? We dedicated an entire episode to talk all things DA. The contract, the money, the aftermath, the whole ordeal, and what we think may happen with that contract in the future. Make sure to subscribe on all podcast platforms! Also, feel free to check us out on Twitter and Instagram: @TheValleyPHX Into the Valley: A Phoenix Suns Po...

The Indiana Pacers actually signed Deandre Ayton to an offer sheet and the Phoenix Suns matched it immediately (like... literally). Yes, this is a good thing. No, this does not mean that a trade for Kevin Durant is dead. And we discuss why on this week's Fanning the Flames. In addition, we get into: Why the Suns matched the Pacers' offer sheet so quickly; The Suns facing a luxury tax bill for next...

We here at Into the Valley believe that basketball is good... even when it doesn't involve the Phoenix Suns. In this episode we set out to answer the question: "When you're not watching the Suns, who ARE you watching?" In this episode, we do our best to share with you who you should be watching on League Pass in this upcoming season. And if you don't have League Pass, why not?! Become a card carry...

On this week's episode of Fanning the Flames, Sam Good (@samgood) joins Dan and Justin to celebrate Devin Booker's Supermax Extension and heap praise on the man who will someday be the face of this city. From there, the guys discuss where the Phoenix Suns offseason has gone over the last week and where it is going in the coming weeks, diving into: What happens if Deandre Ayton gets an offer sheet...

Kevin Durant: Still on the Nets. Deandre Ayton: Still a free agent (kinda?) What all is happening around the league and what all is going to happen during the offseason! Make sure to subscribe on all podcast platforms! Also, feel free to check us out on Twitter and Instagram: @TheValleyPHX Into the Valley: A Phoenix Suns Podcast | Part of the Bright Side Podcast Network (Hosted by Philip Russell,...

Last week on Fanning the Flames, we discussed the possibility of Kevin Durant being traded to the Phoenix Suns this offseason. When news broke that Kyrie Irving was opting in to his contract, many believed KD was no longer an option. The Podcast of Optimism, of course, did not... and now the possibility of Durant joining Devin Booker and Chris Paul in Phoenix is looking more like a future reality....

We are thriving and surviving during this NBA offseason. Today we attempt to answer one question: Is Devin Booker a Top 10 player in today's NBA? And depending on your answer, what does that mean about the future of the Phoenix Suns? Make sure to subscribe on all podcast platforms! Also, feel free to check us out on Twitter and Instagram: @TheValleyPHX Into the Valley: A Phoenix Suns Podcast | Par...

It feels like it has been a long and acrimonious offseason already... and we have not even made it to the NBA Draft. But what does the near future look like for the Phoenix Suns? We delve into that in a new episode of Fanning the Flames. Topics this week include: Are the Suns are going to get back into the Draft? Could Kevin Durant be on his way to the Suns this offseason? Does the Jerami Grant tr...

PERFORMANCE REVIEWS We continue our Performance Reviews with The Big Fellas! Make sure to subscribe on all podcast platforms! Also, feel free to check us out on Twitter and Instagram: @TheValleyPHX Into the Valley: A Phoenix Suns Podcast | Part of the Bright Side Podcast Network (Hosted by Philip Russell, Ryan Shutt, and Ethan Shutt) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...

As everyone knows, there has been an ongoing investigation into Robert Sarver and the Phoenix Suns arising out of allegations of misogyny and racism in the workplace. Another piece to that puzzle seemingly came out yesterday when ESPN released a report about a former employee's recent resignation email, in which she further described the "toxic and misogynistic workplace culture." What does this n...