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Oso Ighodaro agrees to an extension with the Suns

Phoenix Suns center Oso Ighodaro has agreed to a three-year, $29 million contract extension that will keep him with the franchise through the 2030-31 NBA season, according to ESPN. The agreement was confirmed by Ighodaro’s agent, Erika Ruiz of Primera Sports, as Phoenix continues to secure players considered important to its long-term plans. As part […] The post Oso Ighodaro agrees to an extension with the Suns appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Mat Ishbia Fires Back at Kevin Durant, and Dillon Brooks Joins In: “Thanks Matt for Cleaning Up That Stench”

The Kevin Durant vs. Mat Ishbia beef did not end with one tweet. The Suns owner fired back, Durant fired back again, and then Dillon Brooks jumped in from Phoenix with a shot about a "stench in the locker room" that has the whole league reaching for popcorn. The post Mat Ishbia Fires Back at Kevin Durant, and Dillon Brooks Joins In: “Thanks Matt for Cleaning Up That Stench” appeared first on Terez Owens .

Bright Side Roundtable: Biggest reasons for optimism and concern in 2026-27

The Bright Side of the Sun roundtable debates the Phoenix Suns' outlook for the 2026‑27 season. Optimism centers on the team’s continuity, a deep bench featuring Collin Gillespie, Jordan Goodwin, Oso Ighodaro and new power forward Miles Bridges, plus a mix of young talent and veterans poised to deliver quality basketball. Concerns focus on the Suns' shaky three‑point shooting—ranked 12th despite taking the fifth‑most attempts last year—and lingering health issues that could test the roster’s depth. The staff predicts a competitive year if the bench stays healthy and the shooters improve.

Fanning the Flames & Suns Geek: Just give me a reason…

Ahead of the NBA season, the Suns Geek podcast breaks down the Phoenix Suns' outlook, debating whether the team can finally win a playoff series. Hosts Paul, Dan and Justin also dissect the latest Twitter feud between owner Mat Ishbia and Kevin Durant. The episode promises optimism, analysis and listener interaction, with links to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube.

Kevin Durant, Mat Ishbia trade shots as Dillon Brooks responds to ‘DUI’ jab

Kevin Durant and Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia reignited a social-media spat on Oct. 17, 2026 after Ishbia recalled the 2023 blockbuster trade that sent Durant to the Suns. Durant fired back, likening Ishbia’s criticism to a DUI jab at forward Dillon Brooks—who was arrested for a DUI in March—and claimed he remained elite at 36. Ishbia retorted that Durant misread the interview, while Brooks answered on Instagram, thanking Ishbia for “cleaning up the stench” in the locker room. The flare‑up underscores lingering doubts about the Durant trade as the Suns and Rockets prepare to meet three times next season (Nov. 7, Nov. 25, Feb. 5, 2027).

Kevin Durant, Suns owner Mat Ishbia go at it on social media over failed partnership

Kevin Durant is no longer a member of the Suns, but apparently, he and team owner Mat Ishbia still have a few things to discuss. And thanks to social media, the rest of us get to follow along. Durant and Ishbia exchanged some pointed messages Saturday after the Suns owner discussed the franchise’s unsuccessful attempt […] The post Kevin Durant, Suns owner Mat Ishbia go at it on social media over failed partnership appeared first on Hoops Wire .

Suns, Oso Ighodaro Discussing Contract Extension

Third-year center Oso Ighodaro confirmed to reporters on Friday that his representatives have been discussing a potential contract extension with the Suns, per Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic (Twitter video link). “Yeah, we’re talking about it,” Ighodaro said. “We’ll see what happens in the next couple days.” When asked if he wanted to remain […]

Dillon Brooks takes shot at Kevin Durant after Matt Ishbia’s comments

Dillon Brooks took a shot at former Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant amid a social media exchange sparked by Suns owner Matt Ishbia’s comments about the team’s decision to acquire the star forward. Ishbia reflected on Phoenix’s trade for Durant, saying, “I kind of just threw money at the problem… Bringing in super talented players […] The post Dillon Brooks takes shot at Kevin Durant after Matt Ishbia’s comments appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Suns’ Dillon Brooks thanks Matt Ishbia for ‘cleaning up that stench’ before he arrived

Dillon Brooks wasted little time making his feelings known about the Phoenix Suns’ culture reset. He took a pointed shot at former franchise cornerstone Kevin Durant while thanking majority owner Matt Ishbia for addressing the locker room’s past issues. Brooks fired the jab through an Instagram story featuring an intense photo of himself roaring in […] The post Suns’ Dillon Brooks thanks Matt Ishbia for ‘cleaning up that stench’ before he arrived appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Will the Suns win a playoff series? Mat Ishbia thinks so

Mat Ishbia is confident about the Phoenix Suns escaping the first round of this year’s playoffs. Is this fake-it-till-you-make-it internet bluster or are the Phoenix Suns built for playoff success? It wouldn’t be the first time Ishbia expressed his confidence in the potential of the Phoenix Suns. To open the 2025-26 season, The Ringer predicted […]

Sorry Kevin Durant, Mat Ishbia wasn’t taking a shot at you

In episode 4579 of Kevin Durant engaging in discourse with anyone who mentions his name, he pushes back against a poorly aggregated quote from Suns owner Mat Ishbia’s interview with CNBC sports reporter Alex Sherman on Friday, in which Ishbia was talking about the realities of building a championship team in the 2020s and the […]

Exclusive: Suns’ Ryan Dunn reveals newfound love in finding ‘more milestones’

PHOENIX– An emerging third-year is in the books for Phoenix Suns defensive wing Ryan Dunn, but there’s more beneath the surface. Behind the pick-and-roll drills, learning how to play on and off the ball, and playing off two feet came a love for the process.  “You just gotta love to do this s**t,” he told […] The post Exclusive: Suns’ Ryan Dunn reveals newfound love in finding ‘more milestones’ appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Suns have a center debate, and fans have picked a side

The regular season for the Phoenix Suns is right around the corner, with only a few days remaining before the 82-game marathon begins. And if you were to ask people around the league, particularly those outside the Valley of the Sun, how they believe Phoenix will perform this season, many would probably point to the […]

Suns Planet Podcast: Suns Season Preview

Hey there, Planeteers, we are back and super excited for the season ahead with the team this year. Jake and Bruce are back with our latest thoughts on the team after a brief offseason hiatus. In this episode, Bruce and Jake looked at the preseason and broke down the recent game, sharing their thoughts. Then […]

Blazers waive ex-first-round pick ahead of season opener

The Portland Trail Blazers have waived former first-round pick Jeremy Sochan just days before opening the 2026-27 regular season against the Phoenix Suns. NBA insider Marc Stein reported the move Saturday via X, formerly known as Twitter. “The Trail Blazers have waived Jeremy Sochan,” Stein wrote. Sochan, the No. 9 overall pick in the 2022 […] The post Blazers waive ex-first-round pick ahead of season opener appeared first on ClutchPoints .