ESPN's Stephen A. Smith says 'white privilege' helped Steve Nash land Brooklyn Nets coach job
ESPN host Stephen A. Smith slammed the newly-announced hiring of NBA Hall-of-Famer Steve Nash as the Brooklyn Nets head coach, claiming it's "white privilege" that landed him the job.
Nets hire Hall of Famer Steve Nash to run floor as coach
Nash, two-time MVP as the engineer of the high-scoring Phoenix Suns teams under Mike D’Antoni, had been a player development consultant with Golden State, where he worked with Durant.
Ballots at the 'Madhouse': Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum to be used as voting center
A task force, including Phoenix Suns' managing partner Robert Sarver and players Devin Booker and Mikal Bridges, have been working closely with state and Maricopa County leaders to establish a voter engagement initiative for the upcoming election, according to a news release.
Suns top Mavs to finish 8-0 in bubble, but fail to advance to play-in
The Phoenix Suns defeated the Dallas Mavericks 128-102 on Thursday to keep their playoff hopes alive. The team is also the only undefeated team in the NBA bubble.
Booker’s 35 points help streaking Suns beat 76ers 130-117, only undefeated team in NBA bubble
The Phoenix Suns are now the only undefeated team in the NBA bubble after beating the Philadelphia 76ers 130-117 on Tuesday.
Suns win 4th straight bubble game, top Pacers 114-99
Deandre Ayton had 23 points and 10 rebounds, and the Suns continued their improbable run in Disney World on Thursday, beating the Indiana Pacers 114-99 for their fourth straight win. The Suns have now climbed out of the basement in the West among the teams in Orlando, while keeping their postseason hopes alive.
Booker’s shot at buzzer leads Suns over Clippers 117-115
Devin Booker made a turnaround jumper over Paul George as time expired, capping a 35-point performance and giving the Phoenix Suns a 117-115 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday.
Suns make it 2 straight in restart by topping Mavs 117-115
The Suns have won both games in the restart after coming in with the worst record among Western Conference teams in the bubble. They’re still long shots for the playoffs, while the Mavericks clinched their first postseason berth since 2016 by virtue of Memphis’ loss to San Antonio earlier in the day.
Pistons agree to buy Suns’ G League team for Detroit
The Pistons, the Phoenix Suns and the G League announced the purchase on July 29. A new arena for the team is being constructed on the campus of Wayne State University in Detroit. The Pistons also said they’re soliciting ideas for the team’s new name.
AP source: NBA owners approve 22-team season restart plan
The plan, once approved, would have 13 Western Conference teams and nine Eastern Conference teams going to Disney, and the cutoff being that teams must be within six games of a playoff spot at this point. Playoffs would start in August, and the NBA Finals will likely stretch into October, the person said.
Fired coach Majerle sues GCU for breach of contract
The lawsuit claims GCU breached the employment agreement with Majerle by not honoring the contract's severance provision after firing him without written grounds for dismissal.
Suns honor educators with teacher appreciation drive-thru in downtown Phoenix
The Suns, alongside other groups like NAU, Studio-B Smiles, and Talkies, handed out goodie bags and an opportunity for teachers to win a pizza party for their classroom next year.
Food vendors team up for 'food fight' for those in need as COVID-19 pandemic continues
Valley food vendors are teaming u with the Phoenix Suns for a special event called "The Duce Food Fight: A Bout to Feed the Hungry."
Former Phoenix Suns employee stuck in Peru as COVID-19 restricts travel
President Donald Trump responded to a strict quarantine in Peru caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
Blazers snap 2-game skid with 121-105 win over the Suns
Damian Lillard had 25 points and the Portland Trail Blazers got a much-needed 121-105 victory over the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday night.
Suns' Oubre has surgery on knee, out at least 4 weeks
Phoenix Suns forward Kelly Oubre Jr. had surgery Tuesday to repair a torn meniscus in his right knee and will miss at least four weeks.
Raptors rally, snap three-game skid by beating Suns 123-114
Pascal Siakam scored 33 points, Kyle Lowry added 28 and the Toronto Raptors rallied in the second half for a 123-114 victory over the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday night.
Warriors snap 8-game skid, beating Suns 115-99
The Golden State Warriors came into Saturday night's game with eight healthy players, zero true point guards and an eight-game losing streak that had lasted for nearly the entire month of February.
Pistons snap 7-game skid by beating Suns 113-111
The Pistons led 109-98 with 2:37 remaining but the Suns responded with nine straight points to make things interesting.
Leonard scores 24 points, Clippers top Suns 102-92
PHOENIX (AP) — Kawhi Leonard scored 24 points and grabbed 14 rebounds, Marcus Morris added 18 points and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Phoenix Suns 102-92 on Wednesday night.