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Apr 22, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Phoenix Suns head coach Jordan Ott watches his team play against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first half during game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

For the Phoenix Suns, this isn't a typical Summer League.

Apr 22, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Phoenix Suns head coach Jordan Ott watches his team play against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first half during game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Analysis

For the Phoenix Suns, this isn't a typical Summer League.

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Dec 23, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns center Khaman Maluach (10) against the Los Angeles Lakers at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Analysis

These may be obvious, but four Phoenix Suns are under the microscope as Vegas welcomes them.

Suns center Khaman Maluach (10) warms up during a game against the Bucks at the Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix on March 21, 2026.

Analysis

Last season's No. 10 overall pick once again finds himself buried on the Phoenix Suns' depth chart.

Mar 25, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Chicago Bulls guard Collin Sexton (2) reacts after scoring against the Philadelphia 76ers during the first quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

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The Phoenix Suns suddenly have a need at the guard position heading into free agency.

Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges (0) in the first half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Analysis

Miles Bridges will have to prove he was worth the risk after being acquired by the Phoenix Suns.

Apr 12, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges (0) shoots the ball against the New York Knicks during the first half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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The Phoenix Suns didn't do well in their trade for Miles Bridges according to numerous opinions.

Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges (0) in the first half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Analysis

The Phoenix Suns made a splash trade. Here's what we think.

Koa Peat (left) with Suns GM Brian Gregory during an introductory press conference at the Verizon 5G Performance Center, in Phoenix, on June 26, 2026.

Analysis

Koa Peat is an established winner, but joins the Suns with a few big question marks.

Apr 14, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) and Jalen Green (4) against the Portland Trail Blazers during the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Analysis

The Phoenix Suns have a lot of options for their rotation after selecting Koa Peat.

Jan 7, 2026; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats forward Koa Peat (10) dunks the ball during the first half of the game against the Kansas State Wildcats at McKale Memorial Center. Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images

Analysis

The Phoenix Suns will bank on Koa Peat's upside after trading up to pick him at No. 30 overall.

Feb 24, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns center Mark Williams (15) against the Boston Celtics in the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Analysis

The Phoenix Suns could end up having a pretty uneventful offseason.

Nov 6, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia against the Los Angeles Clippers at the Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Analysis

The Suns have potential to build off of a successful season behind a simple, yet profound blueprint.

Apr 8, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Dallas Mavericks forward Marvin Bagley III (35) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Analysis

Here are our top options for the Phoenix Suns on veteran-minimum contracts.

Apr 7, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) and Jalen Green (4) against the Houston Rockets in the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Analysis

The Phoenix Suns are in a fine place, despite what some reactions might be.

Apr 17, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Detailed view of the jersey of Phoenix Suns guard Jalen Green (4) against the Golden State Warriors during the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Analysis

These three Phoenix Suns players left more to be desired after this season.

Jan 4, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks (3) celebrates with teammates Devin Booker (1) and Jordan Goodwin (23) against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Analysis

Here were three standouts from this season's Phoenix Suns team.

Jan 27, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Grayson Allen (8) with Jamaree Bouyea (17) and Dillon Brooks against the Brooklyn Nets in the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Analysis

The Phoenix Suns had several players average career highs this season.

Apr 17, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Jalen Green (4) celebrates after a slam dunk against the Golden State Warriors during the first half in the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Analysis

There were plenty of great moments throughout this Phoenix Suns season.

Nov 21, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Collin Gillespie (12) celebrates with fans after hitting the game winning shot against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second half of an NBA Cup game at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Analysis

The Phoenix Suns had a lot of fun moments in the 2025-26 season.

Feb 22, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Collin Gillespie (12) reacts against the Portland Trail Blazers in the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Analysis

The Phoenix Suns have three key players ready to hit the market.

Nov 2, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1), forward Ryan Dunn (0), Coach Jordan Ott, guard Grayson Allen (8), forward Royce O'Neale (00) and center Mark Williams (15) celebrate during a time-out in the second half against the San Antonio Spurs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Allan Henry-Imagn Images

The Phoenix Suns might not want to trade anyone this offseason, but there are some obvious candidates.

Apr 14, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks (3) with guard Devin Booker (1) against the Portland Trail Blazers in the first half during the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Analysis

The Phoenix Suns must figure out these areas this summer.

Apr 25, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks (3) talks to referee Kevin Cutler (34) in the first half during game three of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

Analysis

The Phoenix Suns are one game away from being sent home in unceremonious fashion.

Apr 22, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Phoenix Suns head coach Jordan Ott watches his team play against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first half during game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Analysis

Everything needs to be on the table at this point for the Phoenix Suns and coach Jordan Ott.

Apr 22, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) and Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks (3) in the second half during game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Analysis

The Phoenix Suns played much better in Game 2, but there were a few obvious things to clean up.