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Oct 7, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (15) drives the ball against Chicago Bulls forward-guard Isaac Okoro (35) during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images

The Phoenix Suns are ready for their preseason home opener.

Oct 7, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (15) drives the ball against Chicago Bulls forward-guard Isaac Okoro (35) during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images

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The Phoenix Suns are ready for their preseason home opener.

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Oct 5, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Phoenix Suns center Khaman Maluach (10) dunks the ball against the Detroit Pistons in the third quarter at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images

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The Phoenix Suns had some units that stood out and others that need work in their first preseason game.

Jan 27, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns head coach Jordan Ott against the Brooklyn Nets at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The Phoenix Suns begin preseason action. Here's what we still want to know.

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

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Tonight will be the first look at several key storylines for the Suns ahead of the 2026-27 season.

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

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The Phoenix Suns have three players they could choose to extend this season.

Sep 28, 2026; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Jalen Green (4), forward Dillon Brooks (3), guard Devin Booker (1), and forward Miles Bridges (22) pose for a photo on Media Day at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

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Even with his past, the Phoenix Suns are excited about what Miles Bridges can bring to the team.

Mar 19, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Oso Ighodaro (11) shoots a free throw in the first half against the San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

Analysis

Oso Ighodaro and Khaman Maluach have already made strong impressions for the Phoenix Suns this offseason.

Mar 28, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns center Khaman Maluach (10) against the Utah Jazz at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Analysis

The Phoenix Suns are looking forward to Khaman Maluach's upside heading into his sophomore year.

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

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The Phoenix Suns spoke for several hours. Here's what you need to know.

Oct 22, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) and forward Dillon Brooks (3) during the second half against the Sacramento Kings at the Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The Phoenix Suns had their Media Day ahead of the 2026-27 season. Here's what every prominent person said.

Feb 21, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Oso Ighodaro (11) against the Orlando Magic at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Analysis

The Phoenix Suns have some good competition to keep an eye on over the next few weeks.

Apr 27, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks (3) celebrates with guard Jalen Green (4) against the Oklahoma City Thunder during game four of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Analysis

The Phoenix Suns have a few big questions to solve with the 2026-27 season rapidly approaching.

Feb 21, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Jordan Goodwin (23) celebrates against the Orlando Magic in the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The Phoenix Suns defense surprised a lot of people last season and could once again in 2026-27.

Apr 17, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns head coach Jordan Ott 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

The Phoenix Suns have to cut one player to trim the roster to 15 before the start of the season.

Jan 11, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) reacts against the Washington Wizards in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Analysis

Devin Booker's legacy could be a lot different with a championship.

Jan 2, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Duop Reath (26) during warmups before the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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The Phoenix Suns bolstered their center position with an intriguing stretch big man following Mark Williams' injury.

Mar 6, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Rasheer Fleming (20) dribbles against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

Analysis

The Phoenix Suns have a lot of young players who have a chance to break out this season.

Feb 19, 2026; Austin, Texas, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Oso Ighodaro (11) shoots over San Antonio Spurs center Luke Kornet (7) during the first half at Moody Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

Analysis

The Phoenix Suns have a decision to make at center after Mark Williams' significant injury.

Apr 8, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns center Khaman Maluach (10) against the Dallas Mavericks at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Analysis

Mark Williams' injury put a huge dent in what was a loaded position group for the Phoenix Suns.

Jan 7, 2026; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Phoenix Suns head coach Jordan Ott talks with forward Rasheer Fleming (20) during the second quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Analysis

These players could end up making a big difference for the Phoenix Suns.

Mar 28, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Jalen Green (4) against the Utah Jazz in the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Analysis

Jalen Green will be looking to take a big leap in his second year with the Phoenix Suns.

Jan 20, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Phoenix Suns head coach Jordan Ott looks on during the second quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Analysis

There's a legitimate chance the Phoenix Suns take a step back this season.

Feb 1, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns head coach Jordan Ott against the Los Angeles Clippers at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Analysis

After a few changes this offseason, experts aren't high on the Phoenix Suns.

Feb 21, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Collin Gillespie (12) celebrates with Jordan Goodwin (23) against the Orlando Magic in the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Analysis

The Phoenix Suns have some great value deals on their payroll following a terrific offseason.

Apr 27, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Jalen Green (4) against the Oklahoma City Thunder during game four of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Analysis

The Phoenix Suns have quickly become a prime place for players to break out.