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Koa Peat gives Suns fans a preview of what he can bring to Phoenix
LAS VEGAS — Koa Peat’s first appearance in the NBA Summer League offered a solid stat line, but also provided an early look at why the Phoenix Suns believe he could become a valuable piece of their future. The Arizona native finished his night against the Portland Trail Blazers with 17 points, six rebounds and […]
Diamondbacks bring Kids Free Weekend back to Chase Field
PHOENIX – Winning games may fill Chase Field today, but creating lifelong fans ensures it stays full tomorrow. That is why the Arizona Diamondbacks’ annual Kids Free Weekend has become one of the organization’s most meaningful traditions. Take the family out to the ballgame! Get up to two free tickets for kids 15 & younger with […]
Miles Bridges’ ex accused of assaulting Phoenix Suns star
PHOENIX – The attention surrounding Miles Bridges has shifted away from basketball yet again. According to TMZ, Mychelle Johnson, the mother of Bridges’ children, has been accused of assault and battery in North Carolina following an alleged incident during a custody exchange on June 22. The report states Johnson is facing a misdemeanor charge after […]
What is Koa Peat most excited about before his NBA Summer League debut?
LAS VEGAS – The spotlight will naturally follow every basket Koa Peat scores in his NBA Summer League debut with the Phoenix Suns. But the most important part of his first game may never appear in the box score. Koa Peat before his NBA debut in the 2026 NBA Summer League: “Just show these coaches […]
Diamondbacks won’t face Shohei Ohtani on the mound against Dodgers
LOS ANGELES — The Arizona Diamondbacks will avoid facing one of the National League’s best pitchers when they take on the Los Angeles Dodgers Friday night. According to team reporter Jody Jackson, Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani will not make his scheduled start on the mound because of continued irritation in his left knee. Despite the […]
The Phoenix Mercury are battling, but close losses are starting to hurt
PHOENIX — The margin for error is slowly shrinking with each passing game, and the Phoenix Mercury know that all too well. After Thursday’s narrow 92-89 loss to the Indiana Fever, the Mercury find themselves with little room left to let opportunities pass by as the regular season enters its second half. Every close loss […]
ESPN ranks Trey McBride second best TE in NFL behind Brock Bowers
GLENDALE – ESPN’s ranking of the NFL’s top tight ends sparked one of the more interesting offseason debates as Trey McBride landed second on the list behind Brock Bowers, despite a statistical profile that many fans and analysts believe makes a strong case for the top spot. ESPN ranks Trey McBride second best TE in […]
Diamondbacks fans react to Pavin Smith being designated for assignment
PHOENIX – When the Diamondbacks designated Smith for assignment, the reaction across the fan base was full of relief. For years, Pavin Smith represented one of the Arizona Diamondbacks’ biggest unanswered questions. The former first-round pick always flashed enough potential to justify another opportunity, but baseball is ultimately a production business. D-backs fans react to […]
Pavin Smith’s DFA shows the Diamondbacks are done waiting
PHOENIX — Pavin Smith’s designation for assignment by the Arizona Diamondbacks marked the end of his tenure in the Valley, but it also brought to a close one of the organization’s longest-running developmental projects that didn’t quite pan out as planned. Arizona selected Smith with the No. 7 overall pick in the 2017 MLB Draft, […]
EXCLUSIVE: Zaven Collins speaks on Cardinals QB situation, contract extension
OKLAHOMA – Zaven Collins’ exclusive conversation with Burn City Sports’ Spenser Tilus about the Cardinals’ QB situation and contract extension carries significance beyond a routine training camp interview. For rebuilding NFL teams, the most meaningful endorsements often come from the players who have experienced both the highs and the struggles. When discussing Arizona’s quarterback room, […]
Which Suns sophomore has the most to prove in 2026 Summer League?
PHOENIX – Friday’s game marks the start of the Phoenix Suns Summer League campaign and could mark the beginning of a future superstar. All the eyes will be on last month’s first-round pick Koa Peat, but the real drama starts with the franchise’s second-year players. Khaman Maluach and Rahseer Fleming made serious noise in their rookie […]
Jacoby Brissett reconnect with Cardinals teammates amongst contract holdout
GLENDALE – As the Arizona Cardinals enter month four in the Jacoby Brissett contract situation, a recent post by the 33-year-old might signal a positive update. On Thursday, Brissett posted on his Instagram story with key skill players like Trey McBride, Marvin Harrison Jr. and more following a workout in Florida. With training camp less […]
Caitlin Clark didn’t play, but she still stole the show in Phoenix
PHOENIX — Caitlin Clark might have “Indiana” on her jersey, but her reach goes far beyond the Fever fan base — including here in the Valley. Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark might be out of Indianapolis, but her fanbase is strong here in the Valley! 🎥: @wlopezde#IndianaFever #WNBA pic.twitter.com/V72qcIoTWg — Burn City Sports (@BurnCitySports) July […]
Did Cardinals’ Budda Baker call out Jacoby Brissett’s contract situation?
GLENDALE – When franchise leaders speak publicly, organizations listen. That is why Cardinals defensive captain Budda Baker’s recent post on social media regarding Jacoby Brissett carries far more significance than another offseason contract debate. Just want bro to get his shit done… he is not asking for what you think. Bro is asking for below […]
Fiesta Bowl finalizes multi-year slate of CFP quarterfinal and semifinal dates
GLENDALE – For decades, the Fiesta Bowl has been synonymous with unforgettable college football moments. Now, the next era of the College Football Playoff ensures that tradition isn’t slowing down; it’s expanding. Fiesta Bowl announces CFP schedule through 2031-32 season: The College Football Playoff will continue to deliver unforgettable moments in Arizona! 🌵🏆 The Vrbo Fiesta […]
Why did two Cardinals stars practice with QB Jacoby Brissett amid contract dispute?
GLENDALE – When a team’s best players invest their own time to build chemistry with a quarterback away from the facility, they’re sending a message that statistics alone can’t measure. Jeremy Fowler’s report that Cardinals stars Marvin Harrison Jr. and Trey McBride trained with Jacoby Brissett in South Florida carries weight because it happened while […]
ESPN is giving Phoenix Mercury fans a closer look at DeWanna Bonner in new docuseries
PHOENIX — Phoenix Mercury fans will have more WNBA content to enjoy beyond game nights this summer. New ESPN Original Series, ‘Life in the W’ follows the 2025 WNBA season through the eyes of Las Vegas Aces’ A’ja Wilson, Minnesota Lynx’s Napheesa Collier and Phoenix Mercury’s DeWanna Bonner as they juggle basketball, love, family and […]
Why is Pavin Smith still starting for the Arizona Diamondbacks?
SAN DIEGO – The first base position for the Arizona Diamondbacks has had little to no offensive stability, and the problems surrounding Pavin Smith need to be addressed. Whether it’s power, on-base ability or run production, contenders rely on that spot to anchor the middle or bottom of the lineup, and it hasn’t come to […]
Bleacher Report claims one Phoenix Suns star has top-5 worst contracts in NBA
PHOENIX – Phoenix Suns fans had every reason to raise an eyebrow when Bleacher Report ranked Devin Booker as owning the fifth-worst contract in the NBA. A four-year, $250.6 million commitment sounds staggering on paper, but context matters far more than dollar figures. Booker is being criticized because Phoenix hasn’t justified the investment around him. […]
Phoenix Mercury’s rotation could get a key piece back vs. Indiana Fever
PHOENIX — The Phoenix Mercury could be getting a key veteran back before they take on the Indiana Fever. The Phoenix Mercury have released their status report vs. IN Fever for July 9: Alyssa Thomas – PROBABLE (Left Foot) Sami Whitcomb – PROBABLE (Left Knee Arthroscopy) Natasha Mack – OUT (Left Foot) — Wendy Lopez […]
Caitlin Clark ruled out as Mercury look to claim season series over Fever
PHOENIX — Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark will not play in the club’s season series finale against the Phoenix Mercury on Thursday. Stephanie White confirms that Caitlin Clark will be active tonight, Aliyah Boston inactive, and then the two will flip flop on the 2nd night of the back to back tomorrow in Phoenix. — […]
Why hasn’t the Phoenix Suns’ trade for Miles Bridges been finalized yet?
PHOENIX – When NBA fans don’t immediately see a trade become official, the first reaction is usually panic. Did the deal fall apart? Did another team intervene? Is there a problem behind the scenes? In the Phoenix Suns’ case with trading for Hornets star Miles Bridges, the answer appears far less dramatic. For those wondering […]
Should the Phoenix Mercury make the call for Chennedy Carter?
PHOENIX — The Phoenix Mercury have spent much of the season searching for consistency as they try to climb back into the playoff picture, and now an opportunity may have unexpectedly landed on the open market. Breaking: The Las Vegas Aces have waived Chennedy Carter, the team announced. pic.twitter.com/WvTeDOFkAK — espnW (@espnW) July 7, 2026 […]
Former Suns Owner Jerry Colangelo aims to bring NBA expansion franchise to Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS – Few figures have influenced Arizona sports the way Jerry Colangelo has. His fingerprints are on nearly every chapter of Phoenix’s rise as a major sports city, making his latest venture feel both exciting and unfamiliar for longtime fans. Colangelo is now part of the Las Vegas Jacks ownership group pursuing an NBA […]
Which Cardinals star cracked the NFL’s top 100 players of 2026?
GLENDALE – One defensive star from the Arizona Cardinals found his way on an elite list, as Budda Baker was selected as the No. 75 player in the NFL Top 100 for the 2026 season. This isn’t simply another accolade. It’s validation from the people who know the game best, the players who have to […]
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