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Suns Hit is here: Your daily dose of Suns starts today

Bright Side’s Deputy Manager launches Suns Hit, a new daily short‑form Phoenix Suns show on the Locked On Podcast Network. Starting October 20, listeners get two 5‑minute “Double Hits” and four 90‑second “Short Hits” each day across YouTube, podcasts, TikTok, Instagram and Facebook—perfect for quick updates during the morning drive, lunch, or post‑game. The long‑form Locked On Suns with Ben Garcia and Bright Side’s deep‑dive content stay unchanged, while Suns Hit offers bite‑size analysis and fan interaction. John Voita joins the show tomorrow, and the host aims for 100 YouTube subscribers in the first week.

Luke Kennard aiming to ‘be right for Suns season opener vs. Blazers

A major shock to many came when Luke Kennard sustained a knee injury against the San Antonio Spurs during the team’s third preseason game. Although head coach Jordan Ott didn’t express too much concern, there was a reason. He didn’t play in the preseason finale, but got some extra work in on Monday. While the […] The post Luke Kennard aiming to ‘be right for Suns season opener vs. Blazers appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Suns’ Jordan Ott gives intriguing update for starting center spot for season opener

Two days until opening night, and the intriguing roster battle for the Phoenix Suns continues. That is, of course, involving Khaman Maluach and Oso Ighodaro at the center position, according to head coach Jordan Ott. The entire team remains focused on it not being a competition of who will be the full-time starter. Rather, they […] The post Suns’ Jordan Ott gives intriguing update for starting center spot for season opener appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Drew Timme Waived, Immediately Picked up by Phoenix Suns

After four preseason outings with the Minnesota Timberwolves, forward/center Drew Timme is waived and instantly claimed by the Phoenix Suns, filling their final two‑way contract slot and replacing guard Koby Brea. The 6‑10, 235‑lb former Gonzaga star will split time between Phoenix and its G League affiliate, the Valley Suns, joining ex‑Zag David Stockton. Timmy, who has bounced among six NBA organizations since going undrafted in 2023, posted 6.0 points on 60% shooting in Minnesota’s preseason and has career totals of 5.6 points and 2.7 rebounds over 36 NBA games. His addition brings the Suns’ roster to 12 active former Gonzaga players, tying the program for fifth‑most current NBA alumni.

Why Suns’ patient Jalen Green, Miles Bridges extension talks aren’t concerning

The regular season is nearly underway, and the Phoenix Suns have two names with one year remaining on their respective contracts: Jalen Green and Miles Bridges. Both players are a part of the starting lineup, and have been eligible for an extension throughout the offseason. With Phoenix extending offers for their young players, next up […] The post Why Suns’ patient Jalen Green, Miles Bridges extension talks aren’t concerning appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Suns claim Gonzaga legend off waivers

Coach Jordan Ott’s Phoenix Suns are preparing for October 21’s season opener at Portland and have been busy in the front office, recently announcing Oso Ighodaro’s contract extension. Forward Dillon Brooks spoke out about a team culture issue that Mat Ishbia fixed ahead of the season, which will now include a surprise addition who became […] The post Suns claim Gonzaga legend off waivers appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Phoenix Suns pick up Drew Timme and finalize Opening Night roster

The Phoenix Suns claim former Lakers forward Drew Timme off waivers to complete their 2026-27 opening‑night roster. Timme, 6‑9, 235 lb, appeared in four preseason games with the Minnesota Timberwolves and dropped 18 points against Chicago, bolstering his case for a roster spot. The 36‑game NBA veteran brings a solid G‑League résumé—15.9 points, 56% shooting and 6.9 rebounds over 48 games. Phoenix also converts center Duop Reath to a two‑way contract, finalizing a frontcourt with experience before the season opener on Oct. 21 at Portland, followed by a home game vs. Golden State on Oct. 24.

Suns, Oso Ighodaro Complete Three-Year Extension

The Phoenix Suns officially lock up center Oso Ighodaro on a three‑year, $29 million veteran extension that begins in 2028‑29 after picking up his $2.5 million 2027‑28 team option. Ighodaro, 24, logged all 82 games last season (6.5 pts, 5.1 reb, 2.3 ast, 65.3% FG) and started every playoff game, posting 7.5 pts, 7.0 reb and 4.0 ast. With Mark Williams sidelined after shoulder surgery, Ighodaro is poised to share front‑court duties with sophomore Khaman Maluach. The deal makes him a near $10 M annual player, the fifth Suns rotation member to secure a multiyear extension this offseason.

Suns claim Drew Timme, give him two-way deal

The Suns have added another big man, claiming Drew Timme off waivers and converting his training camp contract to a two-way deal. Michael Scotto of HoopsHype first reported the claim, with John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports 98.7 confirming the conversion. Timme fills the final opening in a two-way group Phoenix reshaped Monday. The Suns waived […] The post Suns claim Drew Timme, give him two-way deal appeared first on Hoops Wire .

Suns claim former Gonzaga standout Drew Timme off waivers

The Phoenix Suns claim former Gonzaga star Drew Timme off waivers, filling the last two‑way contract slot after waiving Kobe Brea and CJ Huntley. Timme, a 6‑9 power forward who turned 26, has posted 5.6 points and 2.7 rebounds over two NBA seasons with the Nets and Lakers, and averaged 12.1 points and 7.2 rebounds in nine games for Brooklyn in 2024‑25. Known for interior scoring, passing and solid defense, he earned All‑NBA G League Second Team honors twice but remains a work‑in‑progress from deep. The Suns add his size and versatility as they finalize roster moves before the season.

Suns Claim Drew Timme Off Waivers

The Phoenix Suns add former Gonzaga star Drew Timme to their roster by converting his Exhibit 10 deal into a two‑way contract on October 19, 2026. Timme, who went undrafted in 2023, logged 36 NBA games with Brooklyn and Los Angeles last season, averaging 5.6 points, 2.7 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 13.6 minutes. He posted 23.9 PPG, 8.2 RPG and 54.5% shooting for the South Bay Lakers in the G League. Timme joins Duop Reath and Pat Spencer as the Suns' two‑way players, providing front‑court depth while starter Mark Williams recovers from shoulder surgery.

Suns claim Drew Timme off waivers

The Phoenix Suns have claimed forward Drew Timme off waivers, according to HoopsHype. Timme, a former Gonzaga University standout, joins Phoenix after spending training camp with the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 6-foot-10 big man has played two NBA seasons, previously appearing for the Brooklyn Nets and Los Angeles Lakers. Across those two seasons, Timme has averaged […] The post Suns claim Drew Timme off waivers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Suns Convert Duop Reath To Two-Way Contract

The Phoenix Suns officially convert Duop Reath’s Exhibit‑10 contract into a two‑way deal, adding depth to a frontcourt missing injured starter Mark Williams. The 6’9″ South Sudan‑born center, who spent three seasons with Portland and briefly joined the Hawks before being waived, posted career averages of 6.2 points and 2.6 rebounds over 146 games. Reath, 30, logged 5.5 points and 1.5 rebounds in four preseason outings for Phoenix. The move follows the Suns’ recent waivers of guard Koby Brea and forward CJ Huntley, creating two new two‑way slots.

Suns keeping Duop Reath on two-way deal

The Suns are converting center Duop Reath’s training camp contract to a two-way deal, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. The move follows Monday’s releases of Koby Brea and CJ Huntley, which opened two two-way spots. Reath will fill one alongside guard Pat Spencer, leaving Phoenix with another opening. John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports 98.7 […] The post Suns keeping Duop Reath on two-way deal appeared first on Hoops Wire .

Suns waive CJ Huntley as roster adjustments continue

The Phoenix Suns waive two-way forward CJ Huntley, joining the recent release of Koby Brea as the team trims its roster ahead of the 2026‑27 season. Huntley, an undrafted 2025 Appalachian State alumnus, returned to Phoenix on a two‑way deal after a strong G‑League stint—averaging 15.4 points, 7.9 rebounds, 63% shooting in 42 games for the Valley Suns—but hamstring issues kept him out of Summer League. His departure opens a two‑way slot and a standard roster spot for the Suns as they finalize the lineup.

Suns JAM Session Podcast: Preseason JAMMY Awards

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Suns make roster move

The Suns have waived forward CJ Huntley, according to John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports 98.7, continuing to reshape their two-way roster ahead of the season. Phoenix is also planning to release shooting guard Koby Brea. Both players held two-way contracts, leaving Pat Spencer as the only remaining player on such a deal once the moves […] The post Suns make roster move appeared first on Hoops Wire .

Suns Waive Koby Brea

The Phoenix Suns waive two‑way forward Koby Brea, the 41st overall pick from the 2025 draft, after he appeared in 12 games last season (3.8 points, 43.3% from three) and spent time with the Valley Suns in the G League (16.4 PPG). The move coincides with the release of fellow two‑way player CJ Huntley as the team seeks front‑court depth following Mark Williams' shoulder labrum surgery. Phoenix still has forward Duop Reath on an Exhibit 10 deal and may convert him to a two‑way contract, though nothing is confirmed yet.