Fanning the Flames

[Ep.212] It's another crushing loss for the Suns in the NBA Finals and they now trail 3-2 heading back to Milwaukee. We're trying to find the silver lining as we discuss the shortcomings from Phoenix in a game in which they came out on fire. Not attacking Holiday, not giving Ayton the ball, not having Booker use his teammates. Plenty to talk about here. Follow us on Twitter (@SunsJAM). Watch lives...

[Ep.211] It was right there for the taking, but due to self-inflicted errors, the Suns dropped Game 4 and the series is now tied 2-2. The guys worked through their emotions following the tough loss and try to make sense of a garbage CP3 performance. Follow us on Twitter (@SunsJAM). Watch livestreams on the Suns JAM Session YouTube channel. #GoHomeAndLoveYourFamily Learn more about your ad choices....

[Ep.210] A big game lies ahead for the Phoenix Suns. John and Matthew discuss the challenge of navigating the Finals from a players/coaches perspective, feel out games, Giannis strategies, Booker's usage of those around him, and should Carter play? Shout out to Nicholas Tan and Joe from Charlotte who come on and ask quality questions! Follow us on Twitter (@SunsJAM). Watch livestreams on the Suns...

[Ep.209] It was a rough night in multiple facets of the game for Phoenix. The guys talk about what they saw, what adjustments need to be made, and whether or not Mark Jackson wished Tom Chambers used Manscape's Lawnmower 4.0 back in the day. Follow us on Twitter (@SunsJAM). Watch livestreams on the Suns JAM Session YouTube channel. #GoHomeAndLoveYourFamily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p...

[Ep.208] John and Matthew are talking about their expectations prior to the Game 3 matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks. Follow us on Twitter (@SunsJAM). Watch livestreams on the Suns JAM Session YouTube channel. #GoHomeAndLoveYourFamily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

[Ep.207] The Suns are now up 2-0 in the NBA Finals following a 10-point victory over the Bucks. The guys are a little punch drunk and hoarse after attending Game 2 in person, but they do their best to share their thoughts. And they talk about sour cream! Follow us on Twitter (@SunsJAM). Watch livestreams on the Suns JAM Session YouTube channel. #GoHomeAndLoveYourFamily Learn more about your ad cho...

[Ep.206] For the first time in the history of the franchise, the Suns are ahead in the NBA Finals after winning Game 1, 118-105. The Monsters of the Mid-Range dominated, and when the Bucks switched, it was Ayton Watch time. Three more wins baby! Follow us on Twitter (@SunsJAM). Watch livestreams on the Suns JAM Session YouTube channel. #GoHomeAndLoveYourFamily Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

[Ep.205] John and Matthew are live on Spotify Greenroom and hour-and-a-half before tip off to discuss the upcoming matchup, what to look for, and who would win in a Royal Rumble matchup between the Suns and the Bucks. Follow us on Twitter (@SunsJAM). Watch livestreams on the Suns JAM Session YouTube channel. #GoHomeAndLoveYourFamily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoi...

[Ep.204] The matchup is set: Phoenix Suns vs. Milwaukee Bucks in the 2021 NBA Finals. We're hear to talk about the matchup and give our thoughts on the results. Follow us on Twitter (@SunsJAM). Watch livestreams on the Suns JAM Session YouTube channel. #GoHomeAndLoveYourFamily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Phoenix Suns are Western Conference Champions for the first time in 28 years, and with Paul unavailable, @SharmaniLive and @jbraverman join this episode of Fanning the Flames to relive the clinching game and celebrate the conference crown. Follow Paul (@DervishOfWhirl), Justin (@SoSaysJ), and the pod (@FanTheFlamesNBA) on Twitter.  The Bright Side of the Sun Podcast Network is available on iTu...

[Ep.203] John and Matthew are on the Spotify Greenroom app to discuss how we're feeling the day after. Are we too happy? What's with all of the negativity? And John surprises Matthew with some exciting news. Follow us on Twitter (@SunsJAM). Watch livestreams on the Suns JAM Session YouTube channel. #GoHomeAndLoveYourFamily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

[Ep.202] THE PHOENIX SUNS ARE HEADED TO THE NBA FINALS! The guys try to keep it together as they talk about the game, the series, and what it means to see Phoenix headed back to the Finals for the first time since '93. Follow us on Twitter (@SunsJAM). Watch livestreams on the Suns JAM Session YouTube channel. #GoHomeAndLoveYourFamily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...

[Ep.201] John and Matthew are trying out the Spotify Greenroom App as they discuss Game 5 results and Game 6 adjustments. Follow us on Twitter (@SunsJAM). Watch livestreams on the Suns JAM Session YouTube channel. #GoHomeAndLoveYourFamily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

[Ep.200] The news came before tip off that Ivica Zubac would not be able to go for the Clippers. It seemed to be a notification that would seal their fate, that Phoenix would be able to score at will on the interior at will.  On a Monday night in downtown Phoenix, with a ticket to the NBA Finals on the line, that narrative would not be the case. The Clippers would dominate the paint, outscoring Ph...

[Ep. 199] Your Phoenix Suns are one game away from wining the Western Conference. It was an arduous affair in Los Angeles on Sunday night, but Phoenix outlasted the Clippers 84-80 and took a 3-1 series lead in the Western Conference Finals. We're #ChuggingWithTheFellas again, breaking down Ayton's stellar play, and shouting out codejjm, who donated $99.99 in the Super Chat! Follow us on Twitter (@...

Right when we though Scott Foster would strike again, the Valley Oop saved the day. On this episode of Fanning the Flames, we relive that magical moment, break down what made it happen, and welcome Chris Paul back with open arms. Oh, and we may have a thing or two to say about Scott Foster and Kane Fitzgerald. Follow Paul (@DervishOfWhirl), Justin (@SoSaysJ), and the pod (@FanTheFlamesNBA) on Twit...

[Ep. 197] Un-fuggin-believable. The Suns outlast both Scott Foster and the Los Angeles Clippers, winning on an amazing Valley Oop to Deandre Ayton and take a 2-0 series lead in the Western Conference Finals. We're talking about the game, Booker's nose, and CP3 repelling from the ceiling with two negative COVID tests. Follow us on Twitter (@SunsJAM). If you have any mailbag questions, please email...

[Ep. 196] Clips Nation managing editor Sabreena Merchant joins the podcast to discuss the Western Conference Finals, what adjustments Ty Lue needs to make, the rise of Devin Booker, and the power of pedialyte. Follow us on Twitter (@SunsJAM). If you have any mailbag questions, please email us at SunsJAMSession@gmail.com. Watch livestreams on the Suns JAM Session YouTube channel. #GoHomeAndLoveYour...

[Ep. 195] Devin Booker drops a triple-double on the Clippers and leads Phoenix to a 120-114 victory in Game 1. John and Matthew are joined by Espo, Saul, and Cousin Hayden as they break down the legendary performance. Follow us on Twitter (@SunsJAM). If you have any mailbag questions, please email us at SunsJAMSession@gmail.com. Watch livestreams on the Suns JAM Session YouTube channel. #GoHomeAnd...

[Ep. 194] The Clippers are headed to their first ever Western Conference Finals. Waiting for them will be your Phoenix Suns. John and Matthew are live right after the win for the Clips to talk about the matchup, the storylines, and the CP3 situation. Follow us on Twitter (@SunsJAM). If you have any mailbag questions, please email us at SunsJAMSession@gmail.com. Watch livestreams on the Suns JAM Se...

On this episode of Fanning the Flames, we welcome a special guest, as Arizona-raised (and multi-Grammy winner) Nate Ruess (The Format, fun.) swings by to chat with us. We talk basketball fandom, Nate's history as a Suns fan, and, of course, the most-important Suns topics, including: What Chris Paul being in the Health & Safety Protocol means for the Suns; Ideal matchups for the team in the Western...

[Ep. 193] Matthew is feeling better so the guys are on to recap the previous series, discuss potential Western Conference Finals matchups, and break All-NBA Teams. Follow us on Twitter (@SunsJAM). If you have any mailbag questions, please email us at SunsJAMSession@gmail.com. Watch livestreams on the Suns JAM Session YouTube channel. #GoHomeAndLoveYourFamily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

[Ep. 192] The Suns might have given up a playoff high 118 points, but that is the cost of winning a series. Your Suns are headed to the Western Conference Finals! John is joined by Espo and Saul (get well Matthew) to talk about the win. And who do we want to face in the WCF? Follow us on Twitter (@SunsJAM). If you have any mailbag questions, please email us at SunsJAMSession@gmail.com. Watch lives...

[Ep. 191] Joker wins the MVP, Suns kick Denver in the Nuggets. It's a 14-point win for Phoenix as they take a demanding 3-0 lead in the series. Matthew has a sore throat but, like Dario Saric, he rebounds from his butt. Enjoy another fun podcast! Follow us on Twitter (@SunsJAM). If you have any mailbag questions, please email us at SunsJAMSession@gmail.com. Watch livestreams on the Suns JAM Sessio...

[Ep. 190] Game 2 goes to the Suns as they win by 25, 123-98. The fellas are talking about the win, preparing for Game 3, and Chugging Beers with the Fellas! Follow us on Twitter (@SunsJAM). If you have any mailbag questions, please email us at SunsJAMSession@gmail.com. Watch livestreams on the Suns JAM Session YouTube channel. #GoHomeAndLoveYourFamily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas...