The Sacramento Kings aren’t in a hurry to move Domantas Sabonis, despite rumors of a clash with rookie guard Darius Acuff Jr. – sources say the two communicate well. Instead, the franchise is weighing whether Sabonis fits its future plans and if any trade would bring assets that align with their rebuild, especially around Acuff. Analyst Logan Struck lists four possible landing spots – Charlotte, Toronto, Brooklyn and Memphis – with the Hornets topping his list, and even mentions the Suns as a wild‑card. Potential returns range from role players like Grayson Allen to draft picks, but salary and roster fit remain major hurdles. Any deal must also help the Kings improve their defense and overall team direction.
The Phoenix Suns head into Saturday’s game against the Houston Rockets with key roster concerns. Guard Jordan Goodwin is listed doubtful with a right calf strain, while wing Rasheer Fleming remains questionable after a left ankle sprain. Center Mark Williams stays out following left‑shoulder surgery. The Rockets also lack frontcourt depth, missing Clint Capela (right ankle) and Steven Adams (right soleus). Both teams are battling rebounding issues, as Phoenix gave up 15 offensive boards in a recent win over Orlando. The Suns sit 2‑5 after ending a four‑game skid and hope to extend their momentum despite the injuries.
Brandon Ingram, the 29‑year‑old forward acquired in the Kawhi Leonard trade, is close to returning from a partial Achilles tear. The Clippers sit 1‑7, near the Western Conference bottom and rank 26th in scoring at 109.1 points per game. Ingram, fresh off a second All‑Star season and averaging 21.5 points last year, says he’ll simplify the offense and add scoring firepower. He’s now a game‑time decision and could debut against the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday or the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday.
Sean Deveney believes Jalen Green should be available for a trade, as the Phoenix Suns face questions about his fit alongside Devin Booker after a difficult start to the 2026-27 season.
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The Phoenix Suns placed Oso Ighodaro in the starting lineup for Thursday’s 112-107 win over the Orlando Magic, sparking debate among fans. Despite a -17.2 defensive rating (eighth best in the NBA) and a low rebounding rank, Ighodaro’s on/off impact and improving health suggest he strengthens the Suns’ defense and offensive flow. The article contrasts his immediate contribution with rookie Khaman Maluach’s longer development path, noting Ighodaro’s DARKO rating of 1.0 versus Maluach’s -1.6. With center Mark Williams out through 2027, Ighodaro’s start aims to stabilize a lineup in flux while the team nurtures younger talent.
The Suns have had a terrible start to the new season, but that only pushes them closer to making big and possibly exciting changes in order to change course.
In this Inside the Suns deep dive, the Fantable roundtable debates rookie center Khaman Maluach’s minutes after coach Jordan Ott limited him to 4.9‑minute fourth‑quarters against Denver and Golden State and 10.3 MPG in first halves. Panelists note his rawness, thinness at center, and the need for gradual development versus the Suns’ defensive struggles that contributed to losses. They also discuss the impact of a healthier Deandre Oso, the absence of Mark Williams, and whether Ott should mix younger players like Maluach, Cam Fleming and Koa Kahler into larger roles amid a tough schedule.
The Houston Rockets face the Phoenix Suns on April 7, 2026, gaining a schedule advantage after a three‑night stretch for Phoenix. Houston, fresh from a 5‑0 start then a 2‑2 slump, looks to rebound following a loss to Minnesota. With the Rockets owning Phoenix’s 2027 first‑round pick, the matchup carries extra stakes. Key players include Kevin Durant, Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, Devin Booker, and Miles Bridges, while the Rockets deal with Clint Capela (questionable) and Steven Adams (out); the Suns sit without Mark Williams, Rasheer Fleming, and Jordan Goodwin. Game tips at 8 p.m. CT on Space City Home Network.
Miles Bridges admitted he was initially caught off guard by the deal that split up him and point guard LaMelo Ball.
Jordan Goodwin has missed the Suns’ past two games after suffering an injury in the first half of Monday night’s loss to the Golden State Warriors.
Amid a injury‑hit start to the 2026‑27 season, Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Ajay Mitchell emerges as the team’s second‑leading scorer behind Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander. Mitchell is posting 17.8 points on 50.5% shooting, plus 4 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 1.4 steals per game, including a career‑high 30 points in a 125‑114 win over Phoenix. He’s scored 20+ points in four of the last five games, while Gilgeous‑Alexander poured 85 points in back‑to‑back victories versus Cleveland. Coach Mark Daigneault credits Mitchell’s offseason body work and aggressive, mistake‑free mindset for his rapid rise, noting his NBA‑ready talent despite never playing in the G League. The Thunder next face the Memphis Grizzlies in an NBA Cup matchup on Friday.
The Phoenix Suns snap a four‑game skid with a 117‑104 victory over the Orlando Magic, showcasing a complete 48‑minute performance they’ll need against West‑coast rivals Houston and San Antonio. Despite being out‑rebounded by 15 and taking 11 fewer free throws, Phoenix forces 25 turnovers (vs. 14 by Orlando) and shoots 50% from three (17‑of‑34) to compensate. Devin Booker leads with 30 points, 8 assists and 3 steals, while Dillon Brooks adds 24 points and Miles Bridges grabs 13 boards. The win highlights the Suns’ defensive intensity and three‑point efficiency, but the article warns that those advantages may vanish against stronger opponents, making rebounding and free‑throw shooting crucial for the upcoming back‑to‑back games.
After being ejected from a 116-113 Warriors win over the Phoenix Suns, Draymond Green fires back at Stephen A. Smith, insisting his on‑court outbursts shouldn’t be taken as proof that his therapy isn’t working. On The Draygreen Green Show (Nov 5), Green tells Smith to “don’t do that,” emphasizing that his emotional reactions are separate from his mental‑health progress. He also clashes with former NBA center Kendrick Perkins, who questioned his on‑court value, while Green highlights his defensive impact and modest stats through six games (3.2 points, 5.0 rebounds, 6.3 assists).
Portland’s head coach Micah Nori isn’t letting a 19‑point fourth‑quarter lead over the Phoenix Suns lull the team. After a defensive lapse that let Miles Bridges hit a three, Nori called a timeout to reinforce assignments, emphasizing practice, accountability and attention to detail. The Blazers improve to 6‑1 (5‑0 on the road) with strong contributions from Damian Lillard, Deni Avdija and Donovan Clingan, while veterans like Scoot Henderson and Toumani Camara echo Nori’s push for discipline. Nori’s mantra, “I see what they can be,” aims to turn early success into lasting excellence.
Ryan Dunn is finding a way to change games for the Suns on both ends to begin the year.
After a 1-5 start to the new season, which includes ranking dead last out of 30 NBA teams in defensive rating, the Phoenix Suns clearly have a lot of problems.
The Pistons never pulled the trigger on a Miles Bridges trade, and now we see why.
After the Warriors’ 120-100 blowout of the Miami Heat, veteran Draymond Green unapologetically embraces his “Napoleon” complex, saying his undersized 6‑foot‑6 frame forces him to play dirty as the team’s enforcer. He defended his recent ejection against the Phoenix Suns and shot back at ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins, highlighting his 11 assists, five rebounds, a block and a steal in the win. Green explained the need for “nastiness” when facing bigger opponents and noted the Warriors have now extended their streak to six games ahead of Saturday’s matchup with the Orlando Magic.
The Phoenix Suns’ 117-104 win over the Orlando Magic illustrates why getting Devin Booker involved early is crucial. Booker shot 23 points on 8‑of‑13 shooting, 3‑of‑4 from three and 4‑of‑4 free throws in the first half, setting the tone and creating space for teammates like Dillon Brooks and Miles Bridges. Historical data shows the Suns win 58.2% when Booker takes 13+ shots in the first half, rising to 72.7% when he hits 60%+. The article argues the Suns should make early ball‑handling and scoring by Booker a “North Star” as they face tougher foes ahead.
After being ejected against the Phoenix Suns, Warriors veteran Draymond Green fires back at ESPN analyst Kendrick Perkins, who labeled him a "liability" and questioned his on‑court value. Green retorts on X, mocking Perkins as a "big dummy" and claiming he still thinks critically despite his physical decline. The spat follows a controversial incident with Suns forward Dillon Brooks, and comes as the Warriors continue a winning streak—defeating the Suns 116‑113 and the Heat 120‑100 this week.
Kenny Beecham slams the Golden State Warriors’ NBC Sports broadcast as “the worst in the whole league” after the duo of Bob Fitzgerald and Kelenna Azubuike defended Draymond Green’s technical‑foul ejection against the Phoenix Suns. Beecham, featured on the Numbers On The Board podcast, criticizes the booth’s blatant homerism and condescending tone, echoing previous complaints from fans and analysts like Zach Lowe. The Warriors’ commentary has now finished last in Awful Announcing’s local NBA announcer rankings for a third straight year, barely 10% into the 2026‑27 season.
Devin Booker is looking more like himself as the Suns held an opponent below 120 points for just the second time this season.
During the Warriors’ 116-113 win over the Phoenix Suns, veteran Draymond Green clashes with Phoenix’s Dillon Brooks after a third‑quarter scuffle that saw Green throw Suns center Khaman Maluach to the floor and get ejected. Brooks claims he tried to “de‑escalate,” but Green — speaking on his podcast — calls the excuse nonsense, noting Brooks shoved him shoulder‑to‑shoulder instead of calming the situation. Both received technical fouls, and Curry and rookie Brandin Podziemski say the incident sparked extra motivation. The feud remains unresolved as Green challenges Brooks to own his reputation.
Phoenix Suns head coach Jordan Ott hails rookie center Oso Ighodaro after the Suns' 117‑104 victory over the Orlando Magic on Thursday. Ott praised Ighodaro’s passing and elite defense, noting his stat line of 2 points, 1 assist, 5 rebounds (2 offensive, 3 defensive), a block and a +7 plus‑minus in 24 minutes as a starter. The coach’s comments underscore Ighodaro’s growing impact on both ends of the floor.
The Phoenix Suns had a chance to do something special with Kevin Durant. The Houston Rockets are showing them where they went wrong.