The Suns face a mixed injury outlook ahead of Saturday’s game vs. the Warriors. Forward Oso Ighodaro is out with an oblique strain, leaving coach Jordan Ott to rely more on rookie Khaman Maluach and newcomer Drew Timme in the frontcourt. Meanwhile, guard Luke Kennard returns to practice after a knee issue and is trending positively, offering a potential boost to Phoenix’s perimeter shooting and spacing. The twin updates will test the Suns’ depth and roster construction early in the season.
After a 0‑2 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers in their season opener, Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks cuts to the chase, insisting the team must improve "communication, energy, and togetherness." Brooks says the Suns let Portland seize momentum and need to "stop the bleeding" when games get out of hand. He stresses accountability over excuses, noting the early defeat offers a chance to set the tone for the season. The article highlights Brooks’s leadership role beyond the stat sheet and suggests the Suns can correct these issues before October results impact their playoff outlook.
Suns owner Mat Ishbia praises NBA Commissioner Adam Silver’s handling of the Clippers’ cap‑circumvention scandal involving All‑Star Kawhi Leonard. Ishbia says the punishment—five forfeited first‑round picks from 2029‑2033, a $30 million fine and a one‑year ban for owner Steve Ballmer and key staff—sets a clear tone that rules will be enforced with severe consequences. While he remains friends with Ballmer, Ishbia stresses that consistent, tough penalties are essential to protect league integrity.
Devin Booker turns 30 on Oct. 30, 2026, as the Suns open their 2026‑27 campaign with a 124‑83 loss to Portland. He posted 23 points on 7‑of‑13 shooting and is poised to chase franchise milestones in minutes, field goals and free‑throw attempts, potentially ending his career as the Suns’ all‑time leader. Comparing his age‑30 peers, most saw scoring bumps, and Booker’s career averages (24.6 pts, 5.3 ast, 4.0 reb) project to a 28.4‑point, 6.4‑assist, 5‑reb season—enough to break Tom Chambers’ single‑season scoring record. While MVP‑level play is unlikely, the article argues Booker could target the franchise scoring crown, All‑NBA recognition, and propel Phoenix beyond a first‑round exit.
NBA legend Steve Nash revealed that he never intended to leave the Dallas Mavericks, explaining that the franchise’s contract offer made him feel unwanted and gave him additional motivation when he faced his former team in the playoffs. Nash spent six seasons alongside Dirk Nowitzki in Dallas before joining the Phoenix Suns in 2004. Although […]
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Dallas Mavericks legend Dirk Nowitzki opened up about the complicated emotions he experienced after longtime teammate and close friend Steve Nash left Dallas to join the Phoenix Suns in 2004. Nowitzki admitted that while he genuinely wanted Nash to succeed, watching his former teammate thrive with a Western Conference rival was difficult to accept. The […]
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The Phoenix Suns gave up good role players and an unprotected first-round pick to get Miles Bridges. In a contract year, can he prove he was worth the cost?
The Golden State Warriors' rookie forward called out Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic ahead of a game against the Phoenix Suns to begin his NBA career.
The Portland Trail Blazers trounced the Phoenix Suns in Ja Morant's debut, but is his backcourt partnership with Damian Lillard sustainable?
The Phoenix Suns suffered a disastrous 112-97 home opener loss to the Portland Trail Blazers on Oct. 21, 2026, exposing a baffling lack of cohesion and preparedness. With Damian Lillard back for Portland and new players debuting, the Suns appeared disjointed, prompting editor John Voita to liken the performance to a crime scene. The article calls out the team’s sluggish start and urges fans to weigh in ahead of the Suns’ next home game on Saturday, emphasizing the urgent need for improved effort from coaches and players.
The Washington Wizards saw Anthony Davis and Deandre Ayton shine in the season opener as Alex Sarr struggled.
The Phoenix Suns suffered a historic 124-83 drubbing at the hands of the Portland Trail Blazers on October 21, 2026 – a 41‑point season‑opener loss, the worst in franchise history and the second 40+ defeat in the NBA’s 50‑year record. Phoenix shot just 35.7% and 6‑of‑31 from three, while Damian Lillard poured in 25 points for Portland. Only the 1999 Miami Heat have rebounded from a 40‑plus loss to make the playoffs. With two days to regroup before facing Golden State, the Suns must overhaul effort, defense and ball movement.
When the Suns needed Jordan Goodwin and Collin Gillespie after signing new deals, both were nowhere to be found in a generationally bad opening night loss.
The Bright Side Of The Sun argues the Phoenix Suns are far from an "ascending" team, citing a recent loss to Portland as evidence. Devin Booker posted a -43 box score with zero 3‑point attempts, highlighting a concerning decline. The article critiques Dillon Brooks, Collin Gillespie, and Miles Bridges as talented but unlikely to improve significantly, and doubts the growth potential of bench players like Ryan Dunn, Rasheer Fleming, Toumani Camara, Oso Ighodaro, and Koa Peat. Only Jalen Green and Khaman Maluach are seen as possible ascenders, yet both display critical weaknesses in vision and defensive fundamentals. Owner Mat Ishbia’s optimism appears misplaced as the roster lacks clear upward momentum.
Devin Booker tried to think positively after the Suns' ugly opening-night loss to the Trail Blazers, but it's not like he had a choice. This is his reality now.
The Portland Trail Blazers opened the season with a win over the Phoenix Suns, and head coach Micah Nori has already locked in a 10‑man rotation. The confirmed starters are Damian Lillard, Ja Morant, Deni Avdija, Toumani Camara and Donovan Clingan, while the bench includes Jrue Holiday, Scoot Henderson, Williams, defensive specialist Sidy Cissoko and a flexible slot for Vit Krejčí, Micah Potter or Branden Carlson. Lillard praises Nori’s clear communication, and Holiday says the deeper rotation will keep the team’s energy high. Nori’s early‑season plan aims to leverage the Blazers’ depth and maintain fresh, aggressive play.
After a stunning 123-84 season‑opener win over the Phoenix Suns, the Portland Trail Blazers have sparked fresh debate about their win total for 2026-27. Earlier predictions hovered in the mid‑40s, but the dominant performance urges fans to update their forecasts, including potential playoff seeding. The blog invites readers to submit new win projections and playoff outlooks in the comments.
The Rockets opened their season with a 128‑point win over Dallas, shifting to a much faster pace thanks to Fred VanVleet’s return. VanVleet logged six points, 11 assists and zero turnovers, while Jabari Smith Jr. and Kevin Durant each poured in 30 points. The new tempo generated 29 fast‑break points and 21 forced turnovers, addressing last season’s take‑away woes. Marcus Smart provided steady ball‑handling, and despite Tari Eason’s early ejection for a flagrant foul, the team emphasized transition play and rebounding. The performance suggests Houston’s revamped offense and defensive aggressiveness could be a key storyline this year.
The Spurs stumbled 12-0 in their opening night against the Oklahoma City Thunder, falling to a 0-1 record tied with several other winless teams. Victor Wembanyama recorded only one dunk, while Devin Vassell managed seven points on 25% shooting. The Thunder’s Chet Holmgren outscored Wembanyama 14-12 and blocked his shot, and bench scorer Jared McCain hit 6‑of‑8 from three, accounting for the decisive margin. Oklahoma’s superior three‑point shooting (13‑31) versus San Antonio’s (9‑37) proved the difference, despite the Spurs’ better free‑throw and two‑point percentages. The article breaks down the box score, turnovers and key performances to explain the 12‑point loss.
In Phoenix Suns’ season‑opening loss to the Portland Trail Blazers, the Suns were trounced 124‑83, a 41‑point defeat that saw Devin Booker—still on his rookie number‑15 jersey—record just 12 points on 6‑of‑17 shooting and, astonishingly, attempt zero three‑pointers. It was only the 17th time in his 738‑game career that Booker didn’t shoot from beyond the arc, the first such instance since November 2024. Meanwhile, returning star Damian Lillard went 6‑of‑10 from three for 25 points, highlighting the Suns’ offensive woes. Coach Jordan Ott blamed the emotional atmosphere, and Booker acknowledged the need to improve in post‑game comments.
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ty Jerome opened his season with a 45-point masterclass. Phoenix Suns fans can only shake their heads.
The Phoenix Suns suffered a historic 124-83 blowout loss to the Portland Trail Blazers on Oct. 21, marking the league’s first night where six teams lost their season openers by 20+ points. Suns guard Devin Booker led with 23 points, but the team shot just 35.7% and was out‑rebounded 56-39, falling behind early after a 21‑0 run. The defeat was the second‑largest of the night, trailing only the Chicago Bulls’ 43‑point loss. Phoenix heads home to face the Golden State Warriors on Oct. 24, needing better shooting, rebounding and defense to avoid similar collapses.
Trail Blazers Damian Lillard gave the Trail Blazers a familiar performance in his return. His responsibilities, however, look different this time around, and he’s happy about that. Lillard scored 25 points and made six three-pointers in 23 minutes Wednesday as Portland routed the Suns 124-83. It was his first regular-season game since recovering from a […]
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Oso Ighodaro appeared to re-aggravate a hip injury that kept him out of the preseason finale. It's a terrible development for an already undersized Suns team.
The Phoenix Suns were one of the teams that surprised many last season after the roster shakeup they had, but it happened to work in their favor. Dillon Brooks was one of their biggest additions, and he ended up having a career season to help the team get to the playoffs. Of course, with Brooks […]
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