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Dallas Mavericks forward Naji Marshall brings the ball up court against the Phoenix Suns.

.The Phoenix Suns hope to continue their winning streak tonight against the Dallas Mavericks.

Dallas Mavericks forward Naji Marshall brings the ball up court against the Phoenix Suns.

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.The Phoenix Suns hope to continue their winning streak tonight against the Dallas Mavericks.

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Apr 8, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) attempts to drive to the basket against Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) during the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Here's what the Phoenix Suns will need to do to pick up their third-straight win.

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

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The Phoenix Suns reacted to one of the league's biggest upsets to start the 2025-26 season.

Nov 2, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) drives against Phoenix Suns forward Ryan Dunn (0) during the first half at PHX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Allan Henry-Imagn Images

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The Phoenix Suns held Victor Wembanyama to single-digit points for the first time all season.

Oct 30, 2025; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) reacts after losing the ball out of bounds during the second half against the Miami Heat at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

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The Phoenix Suns have basketball's most daunting task today.

Oct 31, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) and the Suns bench react to a three-point shot by Booker in the second half between the Phoenix Suns and the Utah Jazz at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Arianna Grainey-Imagn Images

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The Phoenix Suns had a monster first quarter and forced the Jazz to play on their heels for most of their NBA Cup group opener.

Oct 27, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz guard Walter Clayton Jr. (left) and Phoenix Suns guard Collin Gillespie (12) prepare for a jump ball during the second half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

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The Phoenix Suns have now lost three straight.

Nov 26, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) against the Los Angeles Lakers during an NBA Cup game at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The Phoenix Suns' season is here - how will they fare?

Apr 3, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) dribbles against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

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The Phoenix Suns can surprise people on a team and individual level this season.

Nov 20, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) against the New York Knicks at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Devin Booker is the Phoenix Suns' franchise leader and unquestioned top superstar for the 2025-25 NBA season.

Sep 24, 2025; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) poses for portrait during Media Day at PHX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The Phoenix Suns will try and successfully rebuild from their big three era

Sep 24, 2025; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks (3) poses for portrait during Media Day at PHX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Hoping to turn a new leaf, the Phoenix Suns will bank on these two players alongside Devin Booker.

Oct 3, 2025; Palm Desert, California, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) shoots past Los Angeles Lakers guard Dalton Knecht (4) at Acrisure Arena. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images

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Devin Booker and the team is trying to prove it can be a playoff team

Oct 14, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Jordan Goodwin (23) against the Los Angeles Lakers during an NBA preseason game at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The Phoenix Suns made a tough decision Friday, but it was the correct one.

Sep 24, 2025; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns center Khaman Maluach (10) poses for portrait during Media Day at PHX Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The Phoenix Suns move into Sunday's meeting with hopes of these three players putting on a show.

Oct 3, 2025; Palm Desert, California, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) shoots past Los Angeles Lakers guard Dalton Knecht (4) at Acrisure Arena. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images

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The Phoenix Suns dominated the Los Angeles Lakers for the entirety of the night.

Apr 4, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) during the second quarter against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

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The Phoenix Suns are excited to revamp their culture on and off the court.

Apr 26, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (00) handles the ball against the Houston Rockets during the first quarter of game three of first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

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The Phoenix Suns have reportedly made an offer previously - but would it work out?

Apr 13, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Grayson Allen (8) and forward Ryan Dunn (0) react during the second quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-Imagn Images

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The Phoenix Suns have a few rotation battles to solve in training camp.

Apr 11, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) dribbles against the San Antonio Spurs during the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

Analysis

The Phoenix Suns' franchise player has sky-high expectations in his 11th season.

Mar 21, 2025; Raleigh, NC, USA; Oklahoma Sooners guard Jeremiah Fears (0) reacts after scoring against Connecticut Huskies during the second half at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

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Should the Phoenix Suns look for a guard with the 10th pick?

Mar 27, 2025; San Francisco, CA, USA; Maryland Terrapins center Derik Queen (25) stands on court during the second half against the Florida Gators during a West Regional semifinal of the 2025 NCAA tournament at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Eakin Howard-Imagn Images

Analysis

Take a look at some of the best bigs who could be available for the Phoenix Suns with the 10th pick.

Jan 28, 2024; Orlando, Florida, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) looks on during a break in play against the Orlando Magic in the first quarter at the Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Analysis

A lot of the blame falls on the Suns for the end of the Kevin Durant era in Phoenix.

Nov 15, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) against Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

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The Phoenix Suns are likely to trade the future Hall of Famer soon, but which team will net them the best return?

Feb 20, 2025; Austin, Texas, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) shoots over San Antonio Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan (10) during the second half at Moody Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

Analysis

Let's take a look at what the Phoenix Suns could from the Spurs in a deal for Kevin Durant (hint: it's not looking too good).