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Suns WIN!! Suns WIN!! Grizzlies lose, 82-80

It was close once again, just like the week before. Once again, Rudy Gay made the game-tying shot in the final minute. But then GORAN DRAGIC hit the dipsy-do layup for the WIN!! They were due.

Gentry's job safe says Sarver; time to pack

Phoenix Suns managing partner Robert Sarver spoke to USA Today about the status of the team and specifically about the job security for head coach Alvin Gentry.

Suns Lose Again, this time to Orlando, 98-90

Well, at least the Suns played hard (which is more than we can say for the local NFL team) and scored points (also more than we can say for the local NFL team). But the Suns have now lost seven consecutive games.

Suns Lose. Satisfied?

Suns got down big in the second half - imagine that!? - and could not claw back, even at home. Shots were not falling enough to mount any kind of serious comeback, and they fell to 7-13 on the season with the 97-94 loss.

Zach Randolph takes bear-sized dump on Suns

Despite leading for most of the game, the Suns were not able to hold on in regulation and were outscored by the Grizzlies 14-4 in overtime. Z-Bo went HAM.

Suns deplorable defense done did it again

The Phoenix Suns went into Madison Square Garden and got beat by the New York Knicks, 106-99. It was hardly a surprise, but still a disappointment.

PLEASE, won't you come watch us play?

The Phoenix Suns front office (the business side) are taking a bold step to try and get more butts in the purple seats at U.S. Airways Center. The team is offering a guarantee to fans who purchase tickets .

Pistons blast Suns. Ugh. Worst. Game. Of. Ever.

Nothing good to say about this game, and my mom said that if you have nothing good to say then you shouldn't say anything at all. Well, that sounds good and all, but it's not in my nature.

Ugly wins still count

The Phoenix Suns and Cleveland Cavaliers lived up to the billing and put on a display that featured ugly, dumb, and yet at times somewhat entertaining basketball. The Suns started strong, let the Cavs back in the game but put the hammer down to close

Gortat Declines Extension Offer, To Wait It Out

Paul Coro of azcentral.com confirmed today that the Phoenix Suns and Marcin Gortat discussed an extension in the offseason, but agreed to wait until his current deal is completed before re-opening negotiations.

Suns fall just short in painful loss to Sixers

The Suns battled throughout the game, and even forced the tempo in the second half, but the Sixers were just too much and finished off the Suns 104-101.

Suns Outlast Hornets, Dig Out Of 19-point Hole

What a crazy game, another crazy game in a season of crazy games. The Suns got down 19 in the third and roared back to take the lead in less than 7 minutes behind guys like Dragic, Tucker, O'Neal and Telfair.

Gentry responds to Gortat comments

Phoenix Suns head coach Alvin Gentry took questions after practice on Monday. He responded to the comments made by Marcin Gortat made in the Polish media.

Gortat not happy with Suns, trade rumors swirl

Phoenix Suns center Marcin Gortat started the season playing great on both ends but has fallen off the table recently. As we well know, the Polish big man is never stingy with his opinions and shared some choice ones with some media from his home cou

HEAT rested but hurting, Suns ready to roll

Wade out, LeBron questionable, Morris fine

Hardass Morris wants to play (plus other stuff)

The Phoenix Suns and Los Angles Lakers are set to continue their storied rivalry which features far more stories than actual rivals. Here's an update on who's good to play and who's knee is too injured to sit on the sidelines and call plays.

Suns finish strong, steamroll Nugs 110-100

After another sluggish start the Suns gained momentum over the course of the game and polished off the Nuggets in an authoritative fashion.

Suns run out of gas in Utah, 94-81

The Phoenix Suns latest attempt at a miracle comeback fell short in Utah, as the Jazz big men were just too much for the Suns to handle.

Final Score: Suns slewed by Heat, 124-99

Phoenix never really had a chance against the powerful Miami Heat pick and roll offense and there were very few bright spots for the Suns in the blowout loss.

Final Score: Orlando beats Phoenix, 115-94

The Suns collapse against the Magic in the second half and fall short 115-94.

Suns Final Score: Phx Beats Detroit, 92-89

The Suns were able to even their effort with an impressive all-around team win tonight against the Detroit Pistons.

Turning Beasley into Melo

When the Phoenix Suns look at Michael Beasley's skills as a basketball player, they are reminded of Carmelo Anthony. The team is working with the 23-year-old to add more Melo to his game.

Final Score: Suns felled by Warriors, 87-85

The Phoenix Suns dropped their home opener in a similar way to recent seasons, by running out of offensive gas at the end of the fourth.

James Harden traded to Houston Rockets

James Harden has been traded to the Houston Rockets as part of a multiple player deal.

Shock! Suns like Morris; 15-man roster

The Suns' roster is set at 15 to open the season, and the club has announced that they have picked up Markieff Morris' third year option.

Stern Out (Soon), Suns fans rejoice

If you ask the average Suns fan, Phoenix is the land that the NBA forgot - or more relevantly, screwed over.

Welcome Polygon! Home to awesome video game stuff

SB Nation's parent company, Vox Media, launched the new online destination focused solely on video games -- Polygon!

Starters Set, Rotation Set, Time To Roll

The rest of the preseason is just a warmup for the October 31 Phoenix Suns season opener against Golden State. Alvin Gentry knows who is going to start, and who is going to rotate in on regular nights.

Gortat's All-Star Chances Dealt Severe Blow

Fans of Suns C Marcin Gortat will be disappointed to learn that the C position is being removed from the NBA All-Star ballot this season.

Amare almost dealt to Celtics for Rondo in 2009

According to a report out of Miami, the Phoenix Suns almost traded Amare Stoudemire to the Boston Celtics in 2009. The story is part of a larger article exploring Ray Allen's relationship with his old team.

Brown out with 'Halloween eye', Telfair to play

A couple of Phoenix Suns guards are battling injuries in training camp.

Lowe: Suns lack long-term vision

In his preview of the entire NBA, Grantland's Zach Lowe puts the Phoenix Suns in his lowest tier of teams.

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