PHOENIX– Devin Booker and company stole the show during the Phoenix Suns’ 131-122 takedown of the Golden State Warriors on Saturday. The eventful home opener ended with Booker scoring 43 points, matching his season-high from a year earlier in his second game of 2026-27. That scoring wasn’t necessarily the Suns’ biggest victory during the preseason, […]
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The Arizona Cardinals honor Larry Fitzgerald as the 20th member of their Ring of Honor and the sixth player to have his jersey number 11 retired. Fitzgerald joins legends like J.V. Cain, Marshall Goldberg, Stan Mauldin, Larry Wilson and Pat Tillman, sealing his place as the first true "Arizona" player to achieve this distinction. The ceremony highlights his iconic status in both Cardinals and NFL history, marking a rare celebration for fans.
The Dallas Cowboys may not be done shopping for defensive help. Arizona Cardinals pass rusher Josh Sweat is emerging as a name to watch before the NFL trade deadline. At 2-4 after a disappointing 23-13 loss to the Green Bay Packers, Dallas needs answers for a defense that has recorded just eight sacks. ESPN insider […]
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Former Super Bowl‑winning coach Jon Gruden shocks the Minnesota Vikings by suggesting they trade a second‑round pick to the Las Vegas Raiders for 38‑year‑old QB Kirk Cousins, despite the team’s 5‑0 start under 29‑year‑old Kyler Murray. Murray has posted his best game yet—a 23‑13 win over the Saints with 24‑of‑30 completions, a 109.6 passer rating and 51 rushing yards—while the Vikings have been battling injuries on offense. Gruden argues Cousins could seal a Super Bowl run, but critics point out Murray’s recent strong performances and the question of giving up a high draft choice for a veteran.
A recent SB Nation Reacts poll shows 55% of Arizona Cardinals fans feel more confident about the franchise’s direction, a notable rise in just a week. However, 73% remain skeptical of the defense after a recent win, citing an underperforming offense plagued by injuries and underwhelming wide receivers. The team entered the latest game as 4.5‑point underdogs on FanDuel, raising questions about whether the confidence boost stems from overall momentum or just a single defensive‑special‑teams effort. The article explores this paradox and asks fans to weigh in on the disconnect between optimism and defensive doubts.
Yaxel Lendeborg joined rare NBA history after another big performance during the Golden State Warriors' loss to the Phoenix Suns on Saturday night.
Viva El Birdos breaks down the St. Louis Cardinals’ projected 2027 lineup as General Manager Chaim Bloom hints at limited offseason moves. The author rates JJ Wetherholt, Alec Burleson and Ivan Herrera as Tier 1, expecting them to anchor a potent top of the order after a solid 2026 showing. Jordan Walker and Leo Bernal land in Tier 2, with Walker praised for playing through discomfort. Early-season confidence is high for Nathan Church starting center field and Blaze Jordan edging Thomas Saggese at third base, though those spots remain uncertain. The piece forecasts a similar win total to 2026, emphasizing health management and modest roster tweaks rather than blockbuster trades.
The Denver Broncos have been waiting for Patrick Surtain II to return ever since the cornerback suffered a scary non-contact ankle injury in Week 4. The bad news is that Surtain II is not quite ready to face the Arizona Cardinals in Week 7. But the good news is that he is trending toward returning […]
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League insiders say the Dallas Cowboys could target Arizona Cardinals pass rusher Josh Sweat before the Oct. 10 trade deadline. Sweat, 29, posted 12 sacks in 2025 and has 2 sacks and four QB hits in six games this season, but is reportedly unhappy with his $16.3 million cap hit and wants out. The Cowboys, sitting 2‑4 and ranking near the bottom in defense (30th total, 25th scoring, tied 27th in sacks), need pressure on the edge, while the Cardinals, also 2‑4, may look for draft capital despite GM Monti Ossenfort’s earlier claim of “no interest” in trading him. If a deal materializes, it could reshape the NFC East race.
The Phoenix Suns clinched their home‑opener, beating a depleted Golden State Warriors squad despite defensive miscues and a rebounding deficit. Devin Booker led with 43 points on 17‑of‑25 shooting, while the Suns hit 37.8% from three and 58.1% overall. However, they allowed 122 points, were out‑rebounded 19‑9, and surrendered 26 second‑chance points, highlighting early-season concerns. The win eases pressure ahead of back‑to‑back games against Oklahoma City and Denver, giving the revamped roster a chance to coalesce before the 20‑game mark.
Bad time to be a Dub fan right now, as heartbreak abounds. On a night when most of the top-billed stars of the team were sidelined for injury management, the setbacks mounted. Gui Santos filled in for Draymond Green on the Golden State Warriors’ second game of a back-to-back. But that went sideways when he […]
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The Arizona Cardinals host the Denver Broncos Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026, at State Farm Stadium (1:05 p.m. ET) in a matchup pitting a 2‑4 Cardinals team against a 4‑2 Broncos squad. Fans also celebrate Larry Fitzgerald’s induction into the Cardinals’ Ring of Honor. CBS will televise the game, with Paramount+ streaming online, while local radio coverage runs on Arizona Sports 98.7 FM and Latino Mix 100.3 FM. The Broncos enter as 4.5‑point favorites on FanDuel. Key announcers include Kevin Harlan, Trent Green, and Melanie Collins.
Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr praised his team’s effort despite a 131-122 loss to the Phoenix Suns on Saturday, while stressing that execution and decision-making must improve as the short-handed team continues to develop. “Whoever’s out there, I expect the effort and the spirit and the energy that I saw tonight,” Kerr said. […]
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Devin Booker scored 43 points to lead the Phoenix Suns to a 131-122 victory over the short-handed Golden State Warriors on Saturday night at Mortgage Matchup Center. Booker shot 17 of 25 from the field and added seven rebounds and seven assists as Phoenix won its home opener for the fifth consecutive season. The Suns […]
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The Warriors fall 131-122 to the Suns in their third straight loss, but rookie Yaxel Ländeborg steals the spotlight with 26 points, nine rebounds and five assists on 64% true‑shooting in just his third NBA game, earning an A grade. Undrafted rookie Graham Ike posts a double‑double (12 points, 10 boards) and receives an A‑, while bench scorer Brandon Williams drops 20 points for a B rating. With Steph Curry, Draymond Green, Podziemski and Horford out, the article grades each player's performance against expectations, noting strong contributions from Will Richard (B) and a subpar showing from Gui Santos (C).
The Phoenix Suns' first impression continues to underwhelm, and that's putting it lightly.
The Warriors endured a grueling road trip, playing their second back‑to‑back game with a roster missing Steph Curry, Draymond Green, Jimmy Butler III, Moses Moody, Kristaps Porziņģis, Brandin Podziemski and Al Horford. Despite the talent gap, a rookie‑heavy line‑up (Yaxel Lendeborg, Graham Ike, Will Richard, Gui Santos and Brandon Williams) kept the game close, trailing only 131‑122 in a high‑scoring loss to the Phoenix Suns. Devin Booker led Phoenix with 36 points, while Lendeborg contributed 13 and De’Anthony Melton delivered the Warriors’ best stretch. The contest featured a late‑game three from Collin Gillespie that sealed the win.
The Warriors had some good performances from their players, but not having Stephen Curry and Draymond Green doomed them in their matchup against the Suns.
Yaxel Lendeborg proved his summer league shooting was no fluke in a career-best performance during the Golden State Warriors' loss to the Phoenix Suns.
The Warriors have fallen to 0-3 after another poor ending to their regular season matchup, this time falling to the Suns.
Devin Booker erupts for 43 points on 17‑of‑25 shooting as the Phoenix Suns defeat a shorthanded Golden State Warriors 131‑122 in their home opener on Oct. 24, 2026. The Suns shoot 58.1% and out‑run the Warriors 27‑7 in transition, while Golden State is without Stephen Curry, Draymond Green and others. Booker's line includes 7 rebounds, 7 assists and a block in 36 minutes. Miles Bridges adds 16 points, Dillon Brooks 15, and Collin Gillespie leads with 11 points and 9 assists. For Golden State, De’Anthony Melton tops with 25 points and Yaxel Lendeborg scores 23. The win gives Phoenix early momentum heading into the season.
The Arizona Cardinals were already in neck-deep water, going 2-4 this season. There is a limit to how much fans will allow the team to regress, and it looks like Arizona has crossed it. Backlash on social media has ballooned into a campaign called #BIDWILLOUT, to push president and team owner Michael Bidwill to leave […]
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Devin Booker erupts for 43 points as the Phoenix Suns beat the Golden State Warriors 131-122 in their home opener on Oct. 25, 2026. After a sluggish first half, the Suns rallied in the second half, overcoming early defensive lapses and a cold three‑point shooting stretch. With the Warriors missing Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green, Phoenix’s comeback highlighted their ability to flip momentum, though the article warns that relying on late surges won’t sustain them against full‑strength opponents. Role players like Luke Kennard and Jordan Goodwin will be crucial for consistent success.
Collin Gillespie played in 21 minutes off the bench in the Phoenix Suns' loss to the Portland Trail Blazers in their opening game.
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