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Phoenix Suns roundtable: New Year’s resolutions

By Lucas Johnson

PHOENIX, AZ - OCTOBER 18: Tyson Chandler #4 of the Phoenix Suns walks up the court during the game against the Portland Trail Blazers on October 18, 2017 at Talking Stick Resort 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 2017 NBAE (Photo by Michael Gonzales/NBAE via Getty Images)
PHOENIX, AZ - OCTOBER 18: Tyson Chandler #4 of the Phoenix Suns walks up the court during the game against the Portland Trail Blazers on October 18, 2017 at Talking Stick Resort 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 2017 NBAE (Photo by Michael Gonzales/NBAE via Getty Images) /
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PHOENIX, AZ – DECEMBER 19: Owner of the Phoenix Suns, Robert Sarver during the NBA game against the Charlotte Bobcats at US Airways Center on December 19, 2012 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Bobcats 121-104. 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 Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
PHOENIX, AZ – DECEMBER 19: Owner of the Phoenix Suns, Robert Sarver during the NBA game against the Charlotte Bobcats at US Airways Center on December 19, 2012 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Bobcats 121-104. 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 Christian Petersen/Getty Images) /

Joseph Lowery

As the calendar flips over from 2017 to 2018, the Phoenix Suns have a lot of thinking to do. Sure many things are looking up, like Devin Booker’s continued dominance, Troy Daniel’s lights-out shooting, and Josh Jackson’s development, but there are certainly things to improve. Let’s take a look at some New Year’s resolutions for a few members of the Phoenix Suns’ organization.

Owner Robert Sarver: Decide what you want.

For the longest time, fans have questioned Suns’ owner Robert Sarver’s seemingly shallow pockets. Now that the Suns are at a crossroads, Sarver will be faced with a very important decision. Should Phoenix look to bring in a big name free agent this offseason and try to compete next year, or should they complete the rebuild and shoot for 2020 or later? Robert Sarver needs to decide what he wants in 2018.

General Manager Ryan McDonough: Sell high.

The biggest issue many had with the Eric Bledsoe trade was not the return, it was with the timing. The Phoenix Suns and Ryan McDonough waited so long to trade Bledsoe, that the point guard decided going public was the best way to get out of town. For a general manager, that’s when you know you have let things fester too long. This year, Ryan McDonough needs to get a better feel for the roster that he has constructed and if necessary, sell high on some players.

Head Coach Jay Triano: Keep playing the kids.

One of the best things about Jay Triano’s time as interim head coach has been his willingness to play the young players. Marquese Chriss, Dragan Bender, Tyler Ulis and Josh Jackson have all gotten solid minutes so far this season. In 2018, the resolution for Triano is simple; keep doing what you’re doing.

Marquese Chriss: Stay in shape and stay on the court.

Marquese Chriss is one of the most physically talented basketball players in the NBA, he’s freakishly athletic. Unfortunately, Chriss has been out of shape for the majority of his two seasons in the NBA. As 2018 rolls in, he needs to make sure that he’s in playing shape. Next, Chriss needs to stay on the court. That means no silly flagrant or technical fouls. If he can do those two things, then 2018 will be a great year for Chriss.

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