Ermay Duran

Ermay Duran

Joined: Mar 28, 2023

Hi, I'm Ermay Duran, a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in International Scouting and management. Now bringing a Fan based insight.

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - APRIL 16: Devin Booker #1 and Kevin Durant #35 of the Phoenix Suns run onto the court before Game One of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs against the LA Clippers at Footprint Center on April 16, 2023 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. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Strengths & Concerns: A deep dive into the Phoenix Suns’ 2023-2024 season

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 10: (L-R) Yuta Watanabe #18, Bradley Beal #3, Kevin Durant #35 and Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns watch from the bench during the second half of the NBA game against the Denver Nuggets at Footprint Center on October 10, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Nuggets defeated the Suns 115-107. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Phoenix Suns’ quest for 56.5 wins will be a huge challenge

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - MAY 11: Kevin Durant #35 of the Phoenix Suns reacts during the fourth quarter against the Denver Nuggets in game six of the Western Conference Semifinal Playoffs at Footprint Center on May 11, 2023 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. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

A focus on Kevin Durant’s rim pressure in preseason opener

OAKLAND, CA - SEPTEMBER 24: Kevin Durant #35 of the Golden State Warriors poses with two Larry O'Brien NBA Championship Trophies and two NBA Finals MVP trophies during the Golden State Warriors media day on September 24, 2018 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

Phoenix Suns’ title hopes: The teams you didn’t see coming

Sep 30, 2019; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns general manager James Jones answers questions during Media Day at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Suns’ shocking U-turn: From work team to Hollywood!

Oct 23, 2021; Portland, Oregon, USA; Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) looks to drive to the basket on Portland Trail Blazers center Jusuf Nurkic (27) during the first quarter of the game at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Suns’ blockbuster trade perspective: A calculated risk with upside

WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 09: Jordan Goodwin #7 of the Washington Wizards brings the ball up court against the Houston Rockets during the second half at Capital One Arena on April 9, 2023 in Washington, DC. 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 Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

The sixth most important player in Suns’ rotation: A deep dive

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - MAY 07: Deandre Ayton #22 of the Phoenix Suns during Game Four of the NBA Western Conference Semifinals at Footprint Center on May 07, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Nuggets 129-124. 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)

How much has the Suns’ Deandre Ayton regressed?

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - APRIL 25: Kevin Durant #35 of the Phoenix Suns gestures prior to game five of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs against the LA Clippers at Footprint Center on April 25, 2023 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. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Phoenix Suns’ Road to Glory: What stats say about 2023-24 Dream Team

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3 most important Suns outside of “Big 4” for the 2023-2024 NBA season

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - MAY 11: The Denver Nuggets stand for the national anthem prior to game six of the Western Conference Semifinal Playoffs against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center on May 11, 2023 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. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

A deep dive into roster dynamics outside of Suns’ big 3

WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 18: Bradley Beal #3 of the Washington Wizards handles the ball against the Sacramento Kings at Capital One Arena on March 18, 2023 in Washington, DC. 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 G Fiume/Getty Images)

Areas Bradley Beal must improve for Suns to be title contender

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - APRIL 04: Kevin Durant #35 of the Phoenix Suns drives past Keita Bates-Diop #31 of the San Antonio Spurs during the game at Footprint Center on April 04, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns beat the Spurs 115-94. 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)

Keita Bates-Diop is the Phoenix Suns’ new secret weapon

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - OCTOBER 05: Wenyen Gabriel (L) #35 and player development coach and advanced scout Jon Pastorek of the Los Angeles Lakers talk during warmups before their preseason game against the Phoenix Suns at T-Mobile Arena on October 05, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Suns defeated the Lakers 119-115. 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 Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Taking stock of the Phoenix Suns and the direction they are heading