1 Sentence check-in on every Phoenix Suns player

The Phoenix Suns have kept pace with the top of the Western Conference in the early goings of this season, in what has been a welcome change of pace from last time out. Kevin Durant might still be out rehabbing a calf strain - and Bradley Beal is also suffering from the same minor injury - but the vibes are still high in The Valley.

There's more depth, a head coach in Mike Budenholzer who just "gets it", while anytime you can cheer for Devin Booker you know it's a good time. Even the new additions have really added to the depth, with the Suns now legitimately going 10 deep when fully healthy.

Which is why a one sentence check-in for each player seems necessary.

This is a concept we will surely return to as the season progresses, but there's already been enough evidence to start to form opinions on where each of these guys is at with Phoenix right now. So read on for the attempt at witty sentences, but stay for the few words that follow which explain the season at a glance for these players so far.

Kevin Durant - The Phoenix Suns' most important player

He was everything to the Suns before going down with that calf strain, and at 36-years-old and putting up 27 a game for one of the best teams in the West, some fringe MVP shouts should start to come his way if he returns to the court the same way he left it when we saw him last. On fire.

Devin Booker - Less Team USA play please

It's not that Devin Booker hasn't been really good so far this season - even if a weakness was revealed - he just feels too passive at times. He's the healthiest star they have and it is his team. He's 28-years-old and entering his prime, it would be great if he played like that a bit more often.

Bradley Beal - This is much more like it

Even with the pesky injuries that have already shown up, this is what the Suns had in mind when they traded for him. Offensively he's found his place, while on the other end it is hard to remember the last time he was this impactful. A potentially huge season ahead.

Tyus Jones - Why did it take you so long to get here?

Point guard Tyus Jones has been exactly what the Suns desperately needed, and a whole lot more. He takes care of the ball and creates for his teammates, all while making over 38 percent of his shots from deep and not being as bad as you might think defensively given his size. A summer steal.

Jusuf Nurkic - Still doing just enough for this group

Every time you're out on the big Bosnian, he'll have a 20 point, 18 rebound performance against the Miami Heat. He's matchup dependent and he too has a sore ankle right now - but when you catch him on a good night - he's exactly what this team needs.

Royce O'Neale - The surprise package of the season so far (good)

Not only can Royce O'Neale start for this team when required, he's also beaten out Grayson Allen for the sixth man role in The Valley. His fit with both groups is excellent, and the team would be in a much worse place without him. He's been consistent, stayed healthy and made most of his shots.

Grayson Allen - The surprise package of the season so far (bad)

The other side of the coin, Allen has taken a step back with this group compared to last season. He got paid and he has missed a couple of games through injury. But 20 minutes a night while shooting around 34 percent from 3-point range was not what the Suns had in mind.

Ryan Dunn - The perfect draft pick at the perfect time

Rookie Ryan Dunn has been everything the Suns have needed, and a whole lot more. He's the Mikal Bridges replacement, the youngster who is not only one for the future, he'll be in the thick of the action come the playoffs. Elite defending plus above average 3-point shooting equals massive success.

Mason Plumlee - Taking the center rotation out of the trenches

Considering Drew Eubanks occupied this position last year, the Suns have come a long way. Plumlee can start a couple of games if required, and has given the team a nice boost off the bench with his size and handling. A winning addition.

Josh Okogie - Slow start but making up ground quickly

Josh Okogie didn't feature in the early goings as a result of a hamstring injury and then some DNPs. The most ideal trade candidate on the roster, a recent 25 point display against the Sacramento Kings caught the eye. Do not be surprised if he starts to get more minutes as the season progresses.

Damion Lee - The end of the road is near

Fans love Damion Lee and it has been great to see him get back onto the court after his injury hell. But with only two appearances to his name and coach Budenholzer using him in very select spot minutes, there is no consistent role for Lee in Phoenix anymore.

Oso Ighodaro - Flashes to get excited about

Dunn has taken all of the headlines, but fellow rookie Oso Ighodaro gives the Suns something different as their third center. He's young and bouncy and physical - and although he'll surely get more reps down in the G League - he will still get some game time this season.

Monte Morris - Rising from the depth chart grave

The combination of Jones and a healthy rotation meant Monte Morris was very much on the outside looking in. Then he got his chance - impressed with it - and now has a path back to a more consistent role as the 10th man when coach Budenholzer goes that deep during the regular season. Playoff minutes though? Not as things stand.

Bol Bol - Worse than anybody could have predicted

A handful of minutes in a single appearance is all Bol Bol has to show for the season so far. The optimistic outlook was that coach Budenholzer could find a role for the offensively unique game of Bol. Instead it is his inability to help winning basketball occur on a regular basis that is going to keep him rooted to the bench for the foreseeable future.