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Nick Smith Jr. is no longer a Laker. The guard signed a one-year deal with Real Madrid in the Euroleague, where Luka Doncic played before making his transition to the NBA. Nick Smith Jr. of the Los Angeles Lakers takes a foul shot during the second half of a game against the Phoenix Suns. Smith...

Welcome to Inside the Suns, a deep down analysis of the current Phoenix Suns team in which the Fantable — a round table of Bright Siders — give their takes on the Suns’ latest issues and news. Fantable Questions of the Week Q1: Last season, Devin Booker’s shooting was his 4th least-effective (.507), and his three-point shooting (33.0%) was his second-worst ever. How important is it for him to get to at least above his career averages in these areas in 2026-27? GuarGuar: Definitely was a down ...

LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 23: Chris Paul #3 of the Phoenix Suns and Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers high fives after the game on March 23, 2023 at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Ge...

TEMPE, AZ - MARCH 2: Koby Brea #14 of the Valley Suns looks on during the game against Salt Lake City Stars on March 2, 2026 at Mullett Arena in Tempe, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Kate Frese/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Every day, we’ll take a closer...

Suns center Mark Williams underwent surgery Thursday to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder and will miss an extended period of time, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

PHOENIX, AZ - FEBRUARY 11: Oso Ighodaro #11, Khaman Maluach #10 and Rasheer Fleming #20 of the Phoenix Suns arrive to the arena before the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on February 11, 2026 at PHX Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NB...

PHOENIX — The national perception of the Phoenix Mercury entering the offseason isn’t just that 2026 was a bad year, but that it could be a warning sign. ESPN’s offseason analysts portray a team that went from the WNBA Finals to missing the playoffs, with problems on both ends of the court.

The SunsRank staff sees the roster differently in some surprising ways, and each writer explains their biggest deviations.

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - APRIL 25: Jalen Green #4 of the Phoenix Suns handles the ball as Oso Ighodaro #11 screens Ajay Mitchell #25 of the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half in Game Three of the Western Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center on April 25, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement...

Phoenix re-signed Williams this summer after he appeared in a career-high 60 games for the team during the 2025-26 campaign.

Clippers guard Bradley Beal is take over the No. 3 jersey long associated with franchise legend Chris Paul, who has been recently outspoken about his treatment by the team.

Brooks proved he could carry more of the scoring load last season. Now the Suns need him to attack advantages instead of creating them.

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - APRIL 22: Dillon Brooks #3 of the Phoenix Suns handles the ball during the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder during Round One Game Two of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 22, 2026 at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by B...

Nov 6, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Detailed view of the jersey of Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul (3) against the Phoenix Suns at the Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect The Los Angeles Clippers are nobody’s favourite team these days, even Clippers fans. Amidst the fallout from the Aspiration Scandal’s conclusion, the Clips have been stripped of their picks, their leadership, and are potentially about to relinquish ...

Here is a look at the Phoenix Suns’ projected 2026-27 starting lineup and rotation, as this team is very capable of scaring a contender.

Every day, we’ll take a closer look at another member of the 2026-27 Phoenix Suns, examining what they bring to the roster and what their role could mean for the season ahead as we count down to training camp and the preseason. CJ Huntley Power Forward/Center, 6’10”, 230 pounds, 24 years old, 2nd season We start our annual player previews at the end of the bench, with second-year big man C. J. Huntley. At 6’10” and now 230 pounds, he provides an insurance depth piece up front. There is a real...

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 21: Head coach Jordan Ott of the Phoenix Suns gestures during the second half against the Orlando Magic at Mortgage Matchup Center on February 21, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Magic 113-110 in double overtime. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images) | Getty Image...

Devin Booker, Dillon Brooks and Jalen Green represent the players Phoenix is counting on most to make an impact every night.

Phoenix Mercury star Angel Reese chose Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese over Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark when it comes to selling out an arena.

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - APRIL 19: Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns dribbles the ball during the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder during Round One Game One of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 19, 2026 at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by B...