PHNX Suns Podcast

According to reports, Phoenix Suns free agent Collin Gillespie intends to return to The Valley on a four-year, $48 million deal. Gillespie broke the franchise record for 3-pointers made in a single season this past year, and is now under contract for the foreseeable future. The crew dives into what this means for both sides, if this is a good deal and what's next for the Suns in free agency on a b...

It's another PHNX Suns mailbag, this time taking a closer look at what the Phoenix Suns could do as the offseason intensifies. The crew fields questions from diehards and members, beginning with a look at what the franchise should prioritize this offseason and how the team's young core should factor in to where the Suns can improve in 2026-27.   The group takes a closer look at Jonathan Kuminga, a...

It may have seemed like a formality, but the Phoenix Suns have reportedly extended a qualifying offer to Mark Williams, officially making him a restricted free agent. Williams’ restricted free agency brings about many more questions, all of which revolve around the importance of the Suns retaining him and his services for the upcoming NBA season and beyond.   Restricted free agency has become tric...

Phoenix Suns All-Star guard Devin Booker is reportedly set to have a different look in his 12th NBA season as he plans to switch from No. 1 to No. 15, per ESPN’s Shams Charania. Booker, who has worn No. 1 since his lone season at Kentucky, is making the switch to honor his father, Melvin, who wore No. 15 during his time at the University of Missouri.   PHNX Suns reacts to the news, with the crew s...

The Phoenix Suns appear destined to have a more understated offseason, as all signs indicate they will prioritize continuity over making a big swing to add star-level talent. That said, their direct competitors in the Western Conference could make big moves, including recent rumblings that the LA Clippers could be a landing spot for 2024 NBA Finals MVP Jaylen Brown.   If Brown lands with the Clipp...

Should the Phoenix Suns feel hope after watching the New York Knicks’ historic NBA title win over the weekend? Led by NBA Finals MVP Jalen Brunson, the Knicks went on one of the more impressive title runs, finishing the postseason with a 16-3 record after eliminating the San Antonio Spurs, 4-1, to win the title.   A closer look shows that Brunson’s numbers are eerily similar to those of Devin Book...

Jordan Ott has an incredibly successful rookie campaign for the Phoenix Suns, but how can he build off of it going forward? Stephen & Erik dive into the tangible changes Ott and his staff can tweak if the Suns run it back, or if they make some changes on the roster. How can he utilize Devin Booker better? Does having Jalen Green for the start of the season change the game plan? SPG & Erik break it...

Trade talks around Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo are intensifying and while the Phoenix Suns won’t be the destination, they could still be involved in the deal. And, considering the franchises who could land Giannis, the Suns could reap serious benefits for playing a role in facilitating the deal.   With the Boston Celtics, Miami Heat, Minnesota Timberwolves, Orlando Magic and Po...

The PHNX Suns crew is joined IN STUDIO by Suns forward Ryan Dunn, who dropped by to have a lengthy conversation about his offseason, the season that was and much much more about his teammates.   In just his third-ever podcast appearance, Ryan dives deep into his day-to-day in the offseason, with specifics on what he’s focusing on ahead of his third season as a member of the Phoenix Suns. He also s...

Free agency is less than three weeks away and the Phoenix Suns will be exploring as many options as possible to improve. With respect to their biggest shortcomings during the 2025-26 season, Phoenix could look to make improvements in its frontcourt by adding size.   The list of available free agents includes a number of big men capable of making an impact on this Suns team. Who would be best? Who...

After some unsubstantiated rumors and reports, the notion of the Phoenix Suns making an offseason trade for Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant has officially been shut down. Morant, 26, was often the subject of rumors linking him to Phoenix due to his standing as a star-level lead guard, his connection to former teammate Dillon Brooks and a belief that Memphis may be looking to move on.   PHNX Suns...

It’s another PHNX Suns offseason mailbag and the crew is back to answer YOUR questions about the Phoenix Suns and where the team currently stands. With the NBA Draft just two weeks away, we field questions about how the Suns can continue to build despite their lack of draft capital in the coming years.   With respect to building in the near — and distant — future, the group explores what paths Pho...

Join Espo and Erik for the final round of PHNX Suns Exit Interviews! Espo and Erik talk postgame shenanigans, lessons learned and much more!   Follow the show @Espo, @Erik_Ruby, @PHNX_Suns. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Longtime Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green could enter free agency in 2026 as he has a player option for the 2026-27 season. Given his ties to the Phoenix Suns organization, could he be the perfect solution for the void at the PF position? PHNX Suns' Erik Ruby and Gil McGregor talk through what it might look like for Green to join the Suns and if it would make any sense for the involved...

The Phoenix Suns’ offseason will be filled with plenty of decisions about adding — or subtracting — talent, but there are also key decisions regarding those who remain under contract. Four players are extension-eligible in 2026, with Jalen Green becoming eligible for an extension on Oct. 1.   Given all the unique circumstances of Green’s career so far, his potential extension is the most intriguin...

Dating back to the regular season, there have been rumblings linking the Phoenix Suns with their former top-10 pick Cam Johnson. Johnson is coming off of a season of ups and downs with the Denver Nuggets and could very well be on his way out of the Mile High City. Could a reunion be in play?   PHNX Suns looks at Johnson’s potential return through the lens of the NBA Finals and how the league’s fin...

The Phoenix Suns are looking to improve this offseason, and recent reports suggest that the Oklahoma City Thunder could part ways with talented players in order to shed salary. With that in mind, Phoenix could execute the perfect deal should a player like Isaiah Joe, Aaron Wiggins or Luguentz Dort be available for the taking.   PHNX Suns takes a look at what a potential deal for one of those playe...

Jalen Green’s first season with the Phoenix Suns had its highs and lows, but will mostly be remembered by the ways in which it was marred by injury. And while there were some positive returns, was it enough to be inspired by his long-term prospects in a Suns uniform?   As a result, Green’s name is often looped into hypothetical trade conversations when discussing the ways in which Phoenix could up...

It’s the first PHNX Suns mailbag of the offseason and the crew takes a range of questions about the Phoenix Suns’ season that was and what could come next for the team this offseason. Erik, Gil, Espo and Stephen field your questions about the team, with topics ranging from player development to the lingering after effects of trades in the past.   What can be made of the leaps made by Gollin Gilles...

Stephen Prigeon-Garner Sits Down with Espo For PHNX Suns Exit Interview #3.    In this episode, SPG goes over his thoughts on the Suns' 2025-2026 season, Jordan Ott's first season and changing roles for this season.   Follow the show @PHNX_Suns @StephenPG3 @Espo Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertisi...

The voice of the Phoenix Suns Jon Bloom stopped by to talk about his journey to being the team's radio play by play guy, what he learned from the hall of famer Al McCoy and more.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After exceeding expectations to win 45 games and make the NBA Playoffs, the Phoenix Suns are facing an offseason with a number of key decisions to make. These decisions could go a long way in allowing Phoenix to continue to build upon the momentum gained in its pleasantly surprising 2025-26 campaign.   Headlining the Suns’ offseason are the free agency decisions of guards Collin Gillespie and Jord...

As the offseason rolls on and the NBA Draft nears, the ways in which the Phoenix Suns could look to improve remain at the forefront of the conversation. And while a big swing may be enticing for some, a marginal trade move seems much more likely and would not have as much of an impact on the continuity established this past season.   Thursday, PHNX Suns takes a look at five realistic trades in the...

Is Devin Booker Still a 1A? Is Jalen Green Good Enough to Be a Number 2? Law Murray from The Athletic joins PHNX Suns To Explain his newest rankings list and why he placed each player where.   0:00 - Intro 2:00 - Favorite Hoop Shoe Of All Time? 7:00 - Is Devin Booker Still A #1 Option? 14:00 - Law Murray From The Athletic Joins The Show! 34:15 - How Much Better Can Dillon Brooks Be? 37:00 - Can Ja...

The national conversation around the Phoenix Suns has progressed into trade proposals from multiple national pundits. The latest names linked to the Suns in these hypothetical trade talks are Grizzlies guard Ja Morant and Hornets forward Miles Bridges. And while the deals work, do they make sense?   PHNX Suns takes a look at each individual deal and talks through what they would look like for the...