'Enes Kanter Freedom': Celtics star to celebrate US citizenship with name change
Boston Celtics center Enes Kanter will celebrate his U.S. citizenship by is changing his name to “Enes Kanter Freedom.”
Boston Celtics center Enes Kanter will celebrate his U.S. citizenship by is changing his name to “Enes Kanter Freedom.”
Booker scores 35, Suns win 14th straight, beat Cavs 120-115
Devin Booker scored 35 points, Chris Paul had 12 assists and made four free throws in the final 8.8 seconds, and the Suns extended their winning streak to 14 games by holding off the Cleveland Cavaliers 120-115 on the night of Nov. 24.
Devin Booker scored 35 points, Chris Paul had 12 assists and made four free throws in the final 8.8 seconds, and the Suns extended their winning streak to 14 games by holding off the Cleveland Cavaliers 120-115 on the night of Nov. 24.
Suns extend winning streak to 13, beat Spurs 115-111
The Suns matched the third-longest winning streak in franchise history. It’s their longest since a franchise-record 17 straight victories from Dec. 28, 2006, to Jan. 29, 2007.
The Suns matched the third-longest winning streak in franchise history. It’s their longest since a franchise-record 17 straight victories from Dec. 28, 2006, to Jan. 29, 2007.
Lakers' LeBron James, Pistons' Isaiah Stewart face suspensions following brawl
LeBron James was ejected from the team’s game against the Pistons after he drilled Detroit’s Isaiah Stewart in the head with an elbow.
LeBron James was ejected from the team’s game against the Pistons after he drilled Detroit’s Isaiah Stewart in the head with an elbow.
Phoenix Suns' Cam Johnson, Jalen Smith team up to serve food to those in need ahead of Thanksgiving
People who attended a dinner at St. Vincent de Paul on Nov. 18 got a bit of a surprise, as Phoenix Suns' Cam Johnson and Jalen Smith were on hand to serve them food. The two players say the volunteering effort meant a lot to them.
People who attended a dinner at St. Vincent de Paul on Nov. 18 got a bit of a surprise, as Phoenix Suns' Cam Johnson and Jalen Smith were on hand to serve them food. The two players say the volunteering effort meant a lot to them.
Booker scores 24 points, Suns beat Mavs for 10th straight
“We didn’t shoot a great number tonight but when we needed it, guys just stepped up,” coach Monty Williams said. “We have the mentality of, ‘Let it fly.’”
“We didn’t shoot a great number tonight but when we needed it, guys just stepped up,” coach Monty Williams said. “We have the mentality of, ‘Let it fly.’”
Paul gets 19 in 4th, Suns beat Timberwolves, 9th win in row
Deandre Ayton had 22 points and 12 rebounds in his return to the Suns after missing five games with a right lower leg contusion. Phoenix won a day after a 115-89 victory in Houston.
Deandre Ayton had 22 points and 12 rebounds in his return to the Suns after missing five games with a right lower leg contusion. Phoenix won a day after a 115-89 victory in Houston.
Judge: Kobe Bryant's widow must turn over therapy records
A judge has ruled that Kobe Bryant's widow must turn over her therapy records to Los Angeles County in her lawsuit claiming she suffered emotional distress after first responders took and shared graphic photos from the site of the 2020 helicopter crash that killed the basketball star, his teenage daughter and seven others.
A judge has ruled that Kobe Bryant's widow must turn over her therapy records to Los Angeles County in her lawsuit claiming she suffered emotional distress after first responders took and shared graphic photos from the site of the 2020 helicopter crash that killed the basketball star, his teenage daughter and seven others.
Suns win 8th straight, hand Rockets 11th loss in a row
Chris Paul had 15 points and seven steals, and Mikal Bridges had 14 points and six rebounds. Phoenix shot 43% and was 14 of 40 on 3-pointers.
Chris Paul had 15 points and seven steals, and Mikal Bridges had 14 points and six rebounds. Phoenix shot 43% and was 14 of 40 on 3-pointers.
Booker, Paul, Crowder help Suns dominate Grizzlies, 119-94
Mikal Bridges had 13 points as the defending Western Conference champion Suns controlled the game throughout, never trailing. Phoenix held a double-digit lead from the late stages of the first quarter through the end of the game.
Mikal Bridges had 13 points as the defending Western Conference champion Suns controlled the game throughout, never trailing. Phoenix held a double-digit lead from the late stages of the first quarter through the end of the game.
NBA star Charles Barkley eulogizes Attorney General Grant Woods
Former Phoenix Suns forward and NBA star, Charles Barkley, pays his respects to the late former Arizona Attorney General Grant Woods.
Former Phoenix Suns forward and NBA star, Charles Barkley, pays his respects to the late former Arizona Attorney General Grant Woods.
Kaminsky has career night, scores 31 points in Suns’ victory
Suns coach Monty Williams acknowledged that Kaminsky’s been so good over the past couple weeks that it’s his job to find a spot for him in the rotation, even with Ayton returns.
Suns coach Monty Williams acknowledged that Kaminsky’s been so good over the past couple weeks that it’s his job to find a spot for him in the rotation, even with Ayton returns.
Ex-Suns star Cedric Ceballos advocates for COVID-19 vaccine after his intense hospitalization
Ex-Suns star Cedric Ceballos is advocating for all to get the COVID-19 vaccine after his intense hospitalization. He's especially trying to reach minority communities that might have hesitancy.
Ex-Suns star Cedric Ceballos is advocating for all to get the COVID-19 vaccine after his intense hospitalization. He's especially trying to reach minority communities that might have hesitancy.
Suns hold off Kings 109-104 with help from overturned call
Devin Booker had 18 points, nine rebounds and six assists for Phoenix. Chris Paul and Mikal Bridges scored 16 apiece.
Devin Booker had 18 points, nine rebounds and six assists for Phoenix. Chris Paul and Mikal Bridges scored 16 apiece.
NBA recommends COVID-19 vaccine boosters to players, coaches, refs
The NBA has told its players, coaches and referees that they should receive booster shots against the coronavirus.
The NBA has told its players, coaches and referees that they should receive booster shots against the coronavirus.
NBA to investigate after ESPN report accuses Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver of racism, sexual harassment
The report by ESPN NBA writer Baxter Holmes published on Nov. 4 lists several allegations of racism and misogynistic behavior by Sarver.
The report by ESPN NBA writer Baxter Holmes published on Nov. 4 lists several allegations of racism and misogynistic behavior by Sarver.
Booker scores 27, Suns pull away to beat Rockets 123-111
The team rallied for a 123-111 victory over the Houston Rockets on Thursday night.
The team rallied for a 123-111 victory over the Houston Rockets on Thursday night.
Paul now 3rd in all-time assists, Suns beat Pelicans 112-100
Chris Paul responded with a vintage performance in the second half, finishing with 14 points and 18 assists as the Phoenix Suns rallied for a 112-100 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday night.
Chris Paul responded with a vintage performance in the second half, finishing with 14 points and 18 assists as the Phoenix Suns rallied for a 112-100 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday night.
Kobe Bryant helicopter crash: LA County supervisors approve $2.5M settlement of 2 suits
Under the proposed settlement, still subject to court approval, Matthew Mauser stands to receive $1.25 million and siblings J.J. Altobelli and Alexis Altobelli would share another $1.25 million.
Under the proposed settlement, still subject to court approval, Matthew Mauser stands to receive $1.25 million and siblings J.J. Altobelli and Alexis Altobelli would share another $1.25 million.
Booker scores 27, Suns use huge run to beat Cavs 101-92
The Suns used a 50-12 run that Booker called “crazy” to break open the game.
The Suns used a 50-12 run that Booker called “crazy” to break open the game.