Bridges vs. Ariza? Not as simple as you think

Though Bridges’ impact is unmistakeable, inserting him into the starting lineup won’t help Phoenix in the long-term.

Locked On Suns Friday: 3 ways the Suns can keep winning

What the Suns need to do to build off their surprising 20-point win at home on Wednesday night against the Spurs.

James Jones will be defined by Suns point guard situation

in this week’s #BSOfTheSuns Espo says if Jones wants the full time job it’s time to prove what he’s made of

Locked On Suns: The best win of the season... by far

The Suns beat the Spurs Wednesday at home, 116-96.

Open Thread: Phoenix Suns vs. Dallas Mavericks

Who’s finally ready to watch some regular season Phoenix Suns basketball?

Jamal Crawford makes his mark on the young Suns in win over Spurs

The 19-year veteran accounted for 17 of the Suns 25 points in a 25-10 second half run to help the Suns seal the lead against the Spurs.

Quick Recap: Suns dish out their own blowout to Spurs, 116-96

The Suns reversed roles with the Spurs on Wednesday. It led to an absolute throttling by the Suns’ young core.

Open Thread: Phoenix Suns (2-11) vs. San Antonio Spurs (7-5)

Will the Suns bounce back?

Suns Practice Report: Hoping experience leads to a different result against Spurs

As the Suns make their way through the regular season, they’ll need to make the most of second chances, starting tonight hosting San Antonio.

Suns reps meeting again with Phoenix City Council about Talking Stick Resort Arena upgrades

This is part of an ongoing negotiation between the team and city about how to fund upgrades and keep the Suns in Phoenix.

Game Preview: Can the Suns break through the Spurs’ resolve?

The last game between these squads went resoundingly in San Antonio’s favor.

Suns Practice Report: The definition of insanity is being tested

Suns move Elie Okobo to G League

Okobo has appeared in 11 games for Phoenix this season as the backup point guard.

Locked On Suns Tuesday: How Phoenix could benefit from the Butler trade, plus how Josh Jackson can get right

We also talk about the other basketball we’re watching to save us from only watching the Suns’ poor start.

Suns setting new marks for franchise futility

With the losses piling up again, are these Suns actually worse than last year’s franchise-worst team?

Locked On Suns Monday: Strong third quarter too little, too late for Suns in 118-101 loss to Thunder

All that needs to be said is that Mikal Bridges looks fantastic.

Quick Recap: Suns embarrassed again, this time by Thunder, 118-101

The Suns keep digging themselves an even deeper hole. Will it be ending soon? Who knows.

Open Thread: Phoenix Suns (2-10) vs. Oklahoma City Thunder (7-5)

Will no Russell Westbrook mean the Suns pull off an upset?

Preview: Suns travel to Oklahoma City to play Westbrook-less Thunder

Will the Suns’ nosedive to the bottom continue against the Thunder?

Solar Panel: 99 pods of Suns on the wall and we’re still talking effort and rotations

Looking back on it, episode 99 of the Solar Panel is basically covering the same team as episode 1

Center of the Sun: Suns now 2-10 after another winless week

The Suns’ new losing streak is up to three and, unfortunately, odds are that it continues this week.

3J Warren is the Phoenix Suns’ biggest surprise of the season

T.J. Warren was missing a key part of his offensive game until this season. And now he needs a new nickname.

Tick tock: When Suns finally decide to get a point guard, there will be some new options on the market

From Tyus Jones to Milos Teodosic, there are several players who could be available already this season.

Bright Side Night Update: Seriously? Let’s get going!

In partnership with the Phoenix Suns, your friendly neighborhood blog community gets another chance to send 2,000 (or more) kids to their first NBA game.

Locked On Suns Saturday: Progress continues despite loss to Pelicans, sixth by 20 or more points

The Suns were unable to overcome an uncharacteristic game on offense from Devin Booker in a loss to New Orleans, 119-99.

Recap: Poor shooting Suns fall to Pelicans 119-99

The Suns kept it within reach for three quarters but folded in the fourth.

Open Thread: Phoenix Suns (2-9) at New Orleans Pelicans (5-6)

Will the Suns bring hustle and effort to the court tonight?

Practice Report: Lots of positives for Suns to build on from Thursday’s effort

Suns learned a lot about the impact of effort, and have more lessons to learn about closing out games.

Game Preview: Will the Suns finally shine in New Orleans?

Expect nothing to come easy in The Big Easy.

Deandre Ayton needs to realize how dominant he could be without settling in the mid-range

The Phoenix Suns’ No. 1 pick is a physical marvel, but he doesn’t realize his full capabilities just yet.