Phoenix Suns

Former New York Knicks head coach Pat Riley talks with then-assistant Jeff Van Gundy
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Pat Riley and Knicks Successor Jeff Van Gundy Both Got Physically Involved in 2 Infamous NBA Brawls

Jeff Van Gundy followed in Pat Riley's footsteps as head coach of the New York Knicks and also shared Riley's willingness to mix it up in brawls.

Martin Fenn • 26 Dec 2021
The 76ers should be kicking themselves watching Mikal Bridges this season.
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The 76ers' Epic 2018 NBA Draft Blunder Is Somehow Turning Into an Even Bigger Disaster

The Philadelphia 76ers' decision to choose Zhaire Smith over Mikal Bridges in the 2018 NBA Draft is turning into an even bigger disaster than it already was.

Jack Dougherty • 04 Dec 2021
Phoenix Suns swingman Mikal Bridges guards Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry
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Mikal Bridges' $90 Million Extension Is an Immense Bargain For the Suns as Proven by 2 Incredible Stat Sheets

A pair of lockdown defensive performances indicate Mikal Bridges' $90 million extension could ultimately be a steal for the Phoenix Suns.

Martin Fenn • 02 Dec 2021
Chris Paul respected Steph Curry before he even joined the Warriors.
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Chris Paul Remembers the Exact Moment Stephen Curry Earned His Respect: ‘It Just Slowly Started Building'

Stephen Curry earned Chris Paul's respect before he even got drafted by the Golden State Warriors thanks to a trip to Walt Disney World.

Jack Dougherty • 30 Nov 2021
Phoenix Suns point guard Chris Paul hollers out instructions during a game against the New York Knicks
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Chris Paul Just Accomplished a Feat Boosting His GOAT Point Guard Resume

Phoenix Suns point guard Chris Paul just made NBA history and added to his resume as one of the greatest point guards ever.

Martin Fenn • 28 Nov 2021
Former Phoenix Suns guard Penny Hardaway reacts during a game in January 2003
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Penny Hardaway Once Brawled With Phoenix Suns Teammates Over a $30,000 Bourré Pot Right in Front of Season-Ticket Holders

Penny Hardaway's forgettable Phoenix Suns tenure included a brawl on the team plane caused by a disagreement over a card game.

Martin Fenn • 10 Nov 2021
The Suns just admitted to a brutal draft mistake.
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The Phoenix Suns Quietly Admitted to a Franchise-Altering Mistake With Their Latest $4.7 Million Move

The Phoenix Suns have declined Jalen Smith's $4.7 million third-year option and admitted to a brutal mistake in the process.

Jack Dougherty • 02 Nov 2021
Suns teammates Chris Paul and Deandre Ayton talk during the 2021 NBA Playoffs
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Deandre Ayton Didn't Get His $172.5 Million Contract, but He Still Has a $120 Million Reason to Listen to Chris Paul and Maintain His Star Trajectory

Deandre Ayton couldn't cash in on the $172.5 million he could have made this offseason. But Phoenix Suns teammate Chris Paul is motivating Ayton behind the scenes, and the $120 million contract he signed this summer should give Ayton incentive to keep playing winning basketball. Ayton can go out and show the Suns he is […]

Martin Fenn • 27 Oct 2021
Don't pick a fight with Shaquille O'Neal.
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Shaquille O'Neal Used a Violent Sleeper Hold to Shut Up an Irritating Suns Teammate and Knock Him Unconscious Right Before a Game

A former Phoenix Suns player learned the hard way not to mess with Shaquille O'Neal.

Jack Dougherty • 07 Oct 2021
Former Suns teammates Shaquille O'Neal and Steve Nash
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Shaquille O'Neal Refuses to Accept Losing Out on MVPs Because of Steve Nash: ‘It Was This Little, Good-Looking, David Beckham Little Guy Running Around Like a Gnat'

Shaquille O'Neal has always been peeved by losing out on more MVP trophies because of Steve Nash's success in the “seven seconds or less” Suns offenses.

Martin Fenn • 24 Sep 2021