<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:mi="http://schemas.ingestion.microsoft.com/common/" xmlns:flatplan="https://www.wearemathematics.co.uk/flatplan-feedspec/"><channel><atom:link rel="alternate" type="application/xml" href="https://valleyofthesuns.com/feed"></atom:link><description></description><title>Valley of the Suns Feed</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com</link><item><title>Rasheer Fleming holds the exciting key to the Suns’ offseason plans</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/rasheer-fleming-holds-exciting-key-suns-offseason-plans-free-agency-booker-allen?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt00ymranv</guid><description>If Rasheer Fleming makes an offseason leap the Suns can be more aggressive with who they trade to make room for him in their starting five.</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 22:45:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2880,h_1620,x_117,y_1262/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01kt010hq3zf5bjkh1k5.jpg" caption="Suns forward Rasheer Fleming (20) laughs with his teammates prior to a game against the Bucks at the Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix on March 21, 2026. | Patrick Breen/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Perfect Suns role player could be about to fall right into their lap for nothing</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/perfect-suns-role-player-could-fall-right-into-lap-nothing-jonathan-isaac-magic?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt00t2n1k6</guid><description>If the Orlando Magic do waive Jonathan Isaac then the Suns must make sure they are at the front of the queue.</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 22:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2656,h_1494,x_0,y_473/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01kt00va4311wqd4sd20.jpg" caption="Feb 21, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac (1) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns must wave goodbye to two players this offseason for future roster improvement </title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-goodbye-free-agency-offseason-coffey-livers?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kt00kgh9y5</guid><description>Isaiah Livers and Amir Coffey have to leave the Suns this offseason for future roster flexibility.</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 21:59:52 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2427,h_1365,x_183,y_329/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01kt00p7qzsy6yvzhy4e.jpg" caption="Feb 24, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Amir Coffey (2) against the Boston Celtics in the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>NBA Finals matchup painfully exposes Suns&#39; greatest flaw</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/nba-finals-matchup-painfully-exposes-suns-greatest-flaw-spurs-knicks-wemby?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksznd448fz</guid><description>The Spurs and Knicks are a timely reminder to the Suns just how limited their current roster is with no way of making it better.</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 19:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2561,h_1440,x_1617,y_86/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ksznfpj4sk0k2dfvb2.jpg" caption="May 30, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) celebrates after defeating the Oklahoma City Thunder in game seven of the western conference finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images | Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Highly promising former Suns assistant may be in line for shock top NBA job</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/highly-promising-former-suns-assistant-shock-nba-job-bulls-head-coach?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kszmc83h5b</guid><description>Former Suns&#39; lead assistant Kevin Young could be on his way back to the NBA with the Chicago Bulls.</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 18:45:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3298,h_1855,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01kszn9004tqxnv1cywh.jpg" caption="Mar 3, 2026; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA;  BYU Cougars head coach Kevin Young answers media questions after his team’s game against the Cincinnati Bearcats at Fifth Third Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images | Aaron Doster-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Thunder should be blitzing Suns&#39; phones to try and trade for key starter</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/thunder-suns-trade-grayson-allen-sam-presti-caruso?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kszkfy706a</guid><description>The Spurs exposed the Thunder&#39;s lack of shooting when it mattered most, which is why they should push hard to trade for Grayson Allen.</description><pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2026 18:21:49 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5165,h_2905,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01kszm8snrr0929snmte.jpg" caption="Thunder general manager Sam Presti speaks during an introductory press conference for the 2024 Thunder draft picks at Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center in Oklahoma City, Saturday, June, 29, 2024. | SARAH PHIPPS/THE OKLAHOMAN / USA TODAY NETWORK"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Grayson Allen surprisingly gives Suns edge that Royce O&#39;Neale never could</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/grayson-allen-surprisingly-suns-edge-royce-o-neale-never-could-trade?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksw61apkcb</guid><description>Grayson Allen and Royce O&#39;Neale have similar games, but Allen is the best realistic trade asset the Suns have.</description><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 23:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2364,h_1329,x_1231,y_71/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/69/01ksw6ycx9ey75m03dcq.jpg" caption="Mar 3, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Royce O&#39;Neale (00) reacts during the third quarter of the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns are about to learn painful Devin Booker lesson Jazz learned with Donovan Mitchell</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-painful-devin-booker-lesson-jazz-donovan-mitchell-trade?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksw53bm87s</guid><description>The Donovan Mitchell route the Jazz experienced with their star is how the Devin Booker era with the Suns will likely end.</description><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 21:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2164,h_1217,x_127,y_84/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/69/01ksw5tp80sbnp32frzd.jpg" caption="Dec 27, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA;  Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) reacts to a play against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images | Stephen Lew-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Former Suns playoff hero may have played his last NBA game</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/former-suns-playoff-hero-may-played-last-nba-game-cam-payne-europe?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksw49ynkb1</guid><description>It is likely that former playoff hero Cameron Payne has played in his last game in the NBA, and Europe is surely now calling.</description><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 19:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2511,h_1412,x_78,y_263/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/69/01ksw4cra2kjdkftyec1.jpg" caption="Dec 23, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Cameron Payne (15) reacts after making a three-point basket against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images | Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Disaster averted as Mat Ishbia retains top member of front office from 76ers</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/disaster-averted-mat-ishbia-retains-top-member-76ers-gm-nick-u-ren-suns?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksw39h3d37</guid><description>Mat Ishbia losing GM Nick U&#39;Ren from the Mercury to the 76ers would have been a disaster for both franchises in Phoenix.</description><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 17:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2035,h_1144,x_977,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/69/01ksw45xwtehmnrwnntc.jpg" caption="Mat Ishbia, left, talks to Greg Williams during the second half between Michigan State and Oakland at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit on Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025. | Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns can shockingly win Kevin Durant trade all over again next season</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-shockingly-win-kevin-durant-trade-all-over-again-maluach?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksw2547d6h</guid><description>The Suns getting Khaman Maluach in the Kevin Durant trade is going to feel like a win all over again next season.</description><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 15:00:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4792,h_2695,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/69/01ksw35ygxnytsbr5vtk.jpg" caption="Mar 18, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) reacts while playing against the Los Angeles Lakers in the second half at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images | Thomas Shea-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Khaman Maluach will take on surprising role with Suns next season</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/khaman-maluach-take-on-surprising-role-suns-next-season?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksw1xrahgb</guid><description>Khaman Maluach is going to end next season a starter for the Phoenix Suns.</description><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2433,h_1368,x_1461,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/69/01ksw1zcv7vbgeag1qy5.jpg" caption="Apr 22, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Phoenix Suns center Khaman Maluach (10) screams after dunking against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first half during game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images | Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Epic way Suns could be reunited with Cameron Johnson this offseason</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/epic-way-suns-reunited-cameron-johnson-offseason-allen-o-neale-bridges-nuggets?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kst3vmy435</guid><description>There is a realistic way for the Suns to get Cameron Johnson back from the Nuggets, but it is going to cost them more than they should be comfortable with.</description><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 03:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4020,h_2261,x_877,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01kst4mfm9q10cte33q0.jpg" caption="Mar 29, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Cameron Johnson (23) on the bench in the fourth quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images | Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>New NBA Draft Lottery rules latest heartbreak for Phoenix Suns</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/new-nba-draft-lottery-rules-heartbreak-phoenix-suns-devin-booker?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kssg8g2pm7</guid><description>New NBA Draft Lottery rules would have helped the Suns re-tool if they still had control of their own first round draft picks.</description><pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 01:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3100,h_1743,x_803,y_152/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01kssgckpv9dm92pt477.jpg" caption="Apr 14, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) against the Portland Trail Blazers during the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images&#xA; | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Barely known Suns player suddenly has important part to play in Phoenix</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/barely-known-suns-suddenly-important-part-play-phoenix-highsmith-haywood?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kssyqh4f3a</guid><description>The Suns are going to need a cheap defender in Haywood Highsmith to shore up their rotation next season.</description><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 23:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1446,h_813,x_0,y_881/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01kssyvp0v3qhevarwx5.jpg" caption="Dec 28, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Miami Heat forward Haywood Highsmith (24) warms up on the court prior to the game against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images | Dale Zanine-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Devin Booker has embarrassing hole in his game that should be fixed by now</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/devin-booker-embarrassing-hole-game-should-fixed-now?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kssmkzs6jf</guid><description>Devin Booker&#39;s free-throw shooting should have led to an improved 3-point percentage by now, but it hasn&#39;t and perhaps never will.</description><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 21:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5312,h_2988,x_0,y_405/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01kssmzn60c9gpg6jb0m.jpg" caption="Apr 27, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second half during game four of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images&#xA; | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Colossal Mat Ishbia decision saved the Suns from mediocrity</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/colossal-mat-ishbia-decision-saved-suns-mediocrity-booker-ott-gm?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksr9dphwes</guid><description>Mat Ishbia admitting he was wrong and changing course with the Suns was the best thing he could have done for the franchise.</description><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 19:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3559,h_2001,x_0,y_198/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ksshmhn74y8djnk2bd.jpg" caption="Jan 29, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia against the Detroit Pistons in the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mark Williams&#39; Suns return may be blocked by &#39;center of the future&#39;</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/mark-williams-suns-center-free-agency-vecenie-khaman-maluach-athletic?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ben Leibowitz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksr4z963rz</guid><description>Will Mark Williams return to the Phoenix Suns in free agency? Their depth at center, which includes promising young talents, might suggest otherwise.</description><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 17:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2745,h_1544,x_1418,y_77/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/69/01ksr51aag0ggqj6qssw.jpg" caption="Phoenix Suns center Khaman Maluach screams after dunking against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first half during game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. | Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ben Leibowitz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Brutal blow for Jamaree Bouyea as Suns eye his replacement</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/brutal-blow-jamaree-bouyea-suns-eye-replacement-point-guard-nba-draft?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksshb0ja4x</guid><description>The Suns working out point guard Robert McCray ahead of the NBA Draft is a blow for Jamaree Bouyea&#39;s future in Phoenix.</description><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 15:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1764,h_992,x_620,y_260/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01kssheaj3vdq0tjaf94.jpg" caption="Dec 20, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Jamaree Bouyea (17) reacts during the second quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-Imagn Images | John Hefti-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Disaster decision to trade Suns&#39; draft picks only going to get worse</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/disaster-decision-trade-suns-draft-picks-only-get-worse-devin-booker?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ben Leibowitz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksrkb22gsp</guid><description>The NBA board of governors voted on new draft lottery reform. Could it come back to haunt the Phoenix Suns?</description><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 13:00:05 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4772,h_2684,x_453,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/69/01ksrknz8vzttr9eayt0.jpg" caption="Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker reacts after a foul call against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second half of an NBA game at Mortgage Matchup Center. | Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ben Leibowitz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Julius Randle is going to infuriate the Suns all offseason long</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/julius-randle-going-infuriate-suns-all-offseason-timberwolves-trade-phoenix-green?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksr8a6srp5</guid><description>The Suns are going to be linked to a trade for Julius Randle all offseason long despite the fact it should and will never happen.</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 23:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1924,h_1082,x_867,y_29/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ksr934cn3d48sywt3q.jpg" caption="Nov 30, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) reacts during the first half against the San Antonio Spurs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images | Matt Krohn-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Devastating new reality will hit Suns in the coming months</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/devastating-new-reality-hit-suns-coming-months-green-brooks-co-star?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksqc6rmyr4</guid><description>The Suns will be unable to find a true co-star for Devin Booker for the rest of this decade.</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 21:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3621,h_2036,x_310,y_83/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ksqc85e7skf4b2c8cb.jpg" caption="Apr 14, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) reacts against the Portland Trail Blazers in the first half during the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns can&#39;t escape painful trade lesson the playoffs keep exposing</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-cant-escape-painful-trade-lesson-playoffs-keep-exposing-bridges-shamet?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jordanna Clark</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksqeavnv77</guid><description>The Phoenix Suns lost Mikal Bridges and Landry Shamet in trades they thought would help the team win a championship. </description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 20:00:59 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1656,h_931,x_614,y_348/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ksqerqmyn69v1fvmat.jpg" caption="Phoenix Suns, New York Knicks, Mikal Bridges | Sam Navarro-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jordanna Clark"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Blockbuster Miles Bridges trade idea could solve brutal Suns problem</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/blockbuster-miles-bridges-trade-idea-solve-brutal-suns-problem-hornets?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kspz5anmvp</guid><description>Miles Bridges to the Suns would solve their scoring problems but at a great cost.</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 19:00:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3686,h_2073,x_891,y_284/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/69/01kspz9fep4tmwzb8122.jpg" caption="Jan 12, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges (0) against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns are quietly building best blueprint to stop Victor Wembanyama</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-quietly-building-best-blueprint-stop-victor-wembanyama-maluach-ighodaro?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kspx2xyp76</guid><description>The Suns are putting together a roster of physical forwards and eager guards to one day stop Victor Wembanyama.</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 17:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2820,h_1586,x_1647,y_90/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/69/01kspx6ccss37f802dva.jpg" caption="May 26, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) reacts after a play during the third quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder in game five of the western conference finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images | Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Devin Booker has solved his biggest career mystery (with Jordan Ott’s help)</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/devin-booker-suns-jordan-ott-mystery-point-guard-head-coach?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kspw4pxe7e</guid><description>The days of Devin Booker as a point guard look to be over thanks to Suns&#39; head coach Jordan Ott.</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 15:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3438,h_1933,x_45,y_26/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01kspw6msrjx2f16q343.jpg" caption="Mar 24, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) reacts against the Milwaukee Bucks at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns stole their own Aday Mara to battle Wemby one year early</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-wembanyama-aday-mara-draft-khaman-maluach?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kspvqg7wec</guid><description>The Suns won&#39;t land Aday Mara to combat Victor Wembanyama, but they have Khaman Maluach so they don&#39;t need him.</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 13:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3969,h_2232,x_157,y_202/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01kspvsay51zqm37rs99.jpg" caption="Apr 6, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Michigan Wolverines center Aday Mara (15) reacts after a play against the UConn Huskies during the first half in the national championship of the Final Four of the men&#39;s 2026 NCAA Tournament between the  and the Michigan Wolverines at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images | Bob Donnan-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns will be made to pay for Bradley Beal disaster for several more years</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-bradley-beal-buyout-trade-disaster-clippers-durant-green?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksnpjdk379</guid><description>Bradley Beal being on the books of the Suns for several years to come is stopping them from building another winner.</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 03:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1235,h_694,x_369,y_433/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ksnpmncyjwe23n32j1.jpg" caption="Jan 7, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA;  Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (3) reacts after scoring during the first half against the Charlotte Hornets at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-Imagn Images | Sam Sharpe-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns have perfect backup to Khaman Maluach already in The Valley</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-khaman-maluach-backup-valley-oso-ighodaro-mark-williams?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksnnt6x8jr</guid><description>Oso Ighodaro has emerged as the perfect long-term backup behind Khaman Maluach for the Suns.</description><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 01:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4372,h_2459,x_461,y_289/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ksnpf5ykbkssd8wpva.jpg" caption="Jan 29, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Oso Ighodaro (11) against the Detroit Pistons at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images&#xA; | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Tantalizing mock free agency pitch sees Suns land Lakers forward</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/tantalizing-mock-free-agency-suns-lakers-rui-hachmiura-game-theory-midlevel?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksmg3jbhq7</guid><description>Rui Hachimura to the Suns from the Lakers makes a lot of sense according to Sam Vecenie and Bryce Simon and you can understand why.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 23:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3117,h_1753,x_982,y_1/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ksmg6ycsjpqfp53mrn.jpg" caption="Apr 26, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (28) reacts after scoring a basket during the second quarter against the Houston Rockets during game four of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images | Troy Taormina-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns shockingly hold the keys to Lakers having the perfect offseason</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-shockingly-hold-keys-lakers-perfect-offseason-ayton-williams-free-agency?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksmcmsjp1v</guid><description>The Lakers could do with a center like Mark Williams of the Suns, but we all know that is never going to happen.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 21:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1805,h_1015,x_644,y_57/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ksmcqy688hrkfctp4b.jpg" caption="Jan 6, 2026; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA;  Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton (5) reacts to a play against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images | Stephen Lew-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Insane Mikal Bridges stat will make Suns fans miss him even more</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/insane-mikal-bridges-stat-suns-love-knicks-nba-finals-twins-ironman?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ben Leibowitz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksn3vw42f7</guid><description>NBA Ironman Mikal Bridges reached the second NBA Finals of his career with the New York Knicks. Phoenix Suns fans can only watch from afar.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 20:16:51 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4497,h_2529,x_1693,y_249/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/69/01ksn3zwbarqkhrx9bkz.jpg" caption="New York Knicks forward Mikal Bridges looks to shoot in the second quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers during Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals at Rocket Arena. | Ken Blaze-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ben Leibowitz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns must give forgotten former draft pick one final chance to impress</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-must-give-forgotten-former-draft-pick-one-final-chance-impress-ryan-dunn?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksmc967z96</guid><description>The Suns shouldn&#39;t give up on Ryan Dunn because of the defensive potential he still possesses.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 19:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2656,h_1494,x_1329,y_1/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ksmcdq0xpgyr9ss6g5.jpg" caption="Apr 12, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Ryan Dunn (0) high fives his team after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images | Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns offseason plans should prioritize Collin Gillespie over key free agent</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-offseason-plans-collin-gillespie-free-agency-priority-mark-williams?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ben Leibowitz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksksety3m4</guid><description>The Athletic&#39;s Sam Vecenie joined those making the case that the Phoenix Suns need to prioritize Collin Gillespie ahead of other free agents this summer.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 17:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3021,h_1699,x_227,y_404/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/69/01ksksm5tan5gm15yc3m.jpg" caption="Phoenix Suns guard Collin Gillespie dives to try and save the ball from going out of bounds against the Portland Trail Blazers in the second half during the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ben Leibowitz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns already have what many contenders will be looking for this summer</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-already-have-many-contenders-looking-for-summer?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksk4192j77</guid><description>The Suns have a lot of the foundational pieces in place already that contenders will be looking to add this offseason.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 15:00:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2665,h_1499,x_0,y_426/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ksk42j33ambeq44475.jpg" caption="Jan 9, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) reacts against the New York Knicks at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Brutal Deandre Ayton situation may stop Mark Williams getting paid this offseason</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/brutal-deandre-ayton-situation-stop-mark-williams-getting-paid-offseason?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksk33kt3cj</guid><description>Deandre Ayton might be hitting free agency and looking to get paid from the same franchises as current Suns big man Mark Williams.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2533,h_1424,x_509,y_195/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ksk36jn84pym5z8z8x.jpg" caption="Feb 5, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns center Mark Williams (15) reacts against the Golden State Warriors in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jordan Ott gets dream ending to first season with the Suns</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/jordan-ott-dream-ending-first-season-suns-coach-year-mazzulla-celtics?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksmd2gd1ef</guid><description>Suns&#39; head coach Jordan Ott finishing the season top five in Coach of the Year voting is no more than he deserves.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 11:01:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3426,h_1927,x_0,y_129/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ksmhpma1g75xbvkx5r.jpg" caption="Jan 4, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns head coach Jordan Ott reacts against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Frustrating former Suns lottery pick facing yet another NBA crossroads</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/deandre-ayton-suns-free-agency-lakers-bulls-lottery?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ben Leibowitz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksk1zgm8ad</guid><description>Deandre Ayton has a player option to remain with the Los Angeles Lakers. An insider doesn&#39;t think he&#39;ll turn it down.</description><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 01:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2993,h_1683,x_1811,y_59/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/69/01ksk25vks58db5az62t.jpg" caption="Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton reacts on the court after a 3-point basket by guard Marcus Smart in the first half of game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Houston Rockets at Crypto.com Arena. | Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ben Leibowitz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns must bring back perfect role player who just hit free agency</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-jordan-goodwin-free-agency-phoenix?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksk2033m3s</guid><description>The Suns must ensure they bring back Jordan Goodwin for all of the excellent defensive versatility he brings to Phoenix.</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 23:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3574,h_2010,x_1337,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ksk282ps1ck8wdy3jn.jpg" caption="Apr 19, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Jordan Goodwin (23) in the first quarter during game one of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images | Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns pitched another blockbuster trade idea that may actually be worth pursuing</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-another-blockbuster-trade-actually-worth-pursuing-ja-morant-grizzlies?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ben Leibowitz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksjza556hs</guid><description>As Ja Morant&#39;s time with the Memphis Grizzlies is on thin ice, could a reunion with a former teammate make sense for both parties?</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 21:10:20 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3159,h_1776,x_764,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ksjzdppgfrteeg53zr.jpg" caption="Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks and Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (right) talk after the game at FedExForum. | Petre Thomas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ben Leibowitz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns have concerning problem with mock Ja Morant trade</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-ja-morant-rumors-espn-mock-trade-allen-o-neale-grizzlies?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kshxyrva5g</guid><description>The Suns don&#39;t have the depth to get involved in a potential Ja Morant trade.</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 19:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4052,h_2279,x_397,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/69/01kshz695g8qk7h89948.jpg" caption="Mar 21, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant stands on the court following the game against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Westerholt-Imagn Images | Brian Westerholt-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The national media have controversial Dillon Brooks take once again</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/national-media-controversial-dillon-brooks-take-suns-athletic?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kshwt1f10w</guid><description>The Athletic still don&#39;t rate Dillon Brooks despite his best season as a professional with the Suns.</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 17:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2433,h_1368,x_479,y_766/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01kshx0enm7adv7ymncr.jpg" caption="May 19, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks in attendance of the Phoenix Mercury game against the Toronto Tempo at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mikal Bridges was always most likely Suns player to make it back to NBA Finals</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/mikal-bridges-always-suns-player-make-back-nba-finals?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kshw7s3bz2</guid><description>Mikal Bridges was always the most likely Suns player from their 2021 team to make it back to the NBA Finals.</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 15:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3505,h_1971,x_1128,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01kshwawz3m5xarmsfh0.jpg" caption="Mar 9, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; New York Knicks guard Mikal Bridges (25) moves the ball up court against the Los Angeles Clippers during the first half at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images | Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns have no reason to fear Thunder or Spurs</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-no-reason-fear-thunder-spurs-playoffs-booker-rebuild-salary-cap?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Robbie Donato</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksfxn5an88</guid><description>The Thunder and Spurs are showcasing the gap between them and the rest of the league, but recent NBA rule changes mean the Suns aren&#39;t as far away from them as it may seem.</description><pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 13:00:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3661,h_2059,x_0,y_224/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/production/69/01ksj9h8ns7z613pn2xq.jpg" caption="Mar 24, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) reacts against the Denver Nuggets in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Robbie Donato"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns should be thrilled by offseason coaching uncertainty around NBA</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-head-coach-vacancy-jordan-ott-devin-booker?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ksb8c6zbfz</guid><description>There are several coaching changes taking place in the NBA currently and the Suns not being involved or even mentioned is excellent for their growth.</description><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2244,h_1262,x_566,y_264/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ksb8xwv3g118xrd721.jpg" caption="Apr 14, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns head coach Jordan Ott against the Portland Trail Blazers in the first half during the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images&#xA; | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns have bold trade target from Milwaukee not named Giannis this offseason</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-milwaukee-trade-giannis-bucks-portis-phoenix?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ks57ymd7tx</guid><description>Bobby Portis is the Bucks player most likely to land with the Suns this offseason.</description><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 20:27:42 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4283,h_2409,x_3561,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ks58604nw1ccqadz38.jpg" caption="Apr 10, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA;  Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo looks on during warmups prior to the game against the Brooklyn Nets at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images | Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Future Dillon Brooks extension has no reason to scare Suns</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/future-dillon-brooks-extension-no-reason-scare-suns?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ks7v2z7fy4</guid><description>The Suns will have to make a decision on the future of Dillon Brooks sooner rather than later, but it shouldn&#39;t scare them.</description><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 13:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4159,h_2339,x_1024,y_435/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ks7v4ea2w0qgbamh5t.jpg" caption="May 11, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Phoenix Suns player Dillon Brooks attends game four of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images | Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns and three other teams named as best landing spots for Mark Williams this offseason</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-mark-williams-free-agency-sign-trade-bulls-celtics-hawks?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ks7t24hwzx</guid><description>The Suns, Celtics, Bulls and Hawks have all been named by ESPN&#39;s Bobby Marks as ideal locations to give Mark Williams his extension.</description><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 00:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2316,h_1302,x_662,y_222/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ks7t4we8txkwhrnw9w.jpg" caption="Feb 5, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns center Mark Williams (15) reacts against the Golden State Warriors in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Royce O&#39;Neale gives the Suns rare quality nobody else can</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/royce-o-neale-gives-suns-rare-quality-nobody-can-phoenix-trade?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ks7rvax26z</guid><description>The ability of Royce O&#39;Neale to make a difference on the court but also be the perfect trade candidate for the Suns is invaluable.</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2472,h_1390,x_376,y_213/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ks7rwqkvkj05fdjxxf.jpg" caption="Apr 17, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Royce O&#39;Neale (00) celebrates a shot against the Golden State Warriors during the second half in the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images&#xA; | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mikal Bridges is the former Sun you should be rooting for right now</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/mikal-bridges-playoffs-knicks-championship-suns-nba-finals?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ks785yfe88</guid><description>The Suns should want Mikal Bridges and the Knicks to win a championship this season for a ton of reasons.</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 19:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2046,h_1150,x_580,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ks78bmgyfgf2vjph9h.jpg" caption="Apr 1, 2026; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; New York Knicks guard Mikal Bridges (25) reacts after a basket during the fourth quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images | Petre Thomas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Nikola Vucevic suddenly makes sense for the Phoenix Suns</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/nikola-vucevic-suns-free-agency-unrestricted-williams-maluach?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ks77136jhn</guid><description>Nikola Vucevic has been a rumored trade target for the Suns before, but this offseason it makes total sense.</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4443,h_2499,x_85,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ks77r4fd9jbc656w9x.jpg" caption="Feb 24, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Boston Celtics center Nikola Vucevic (4) reacts against the Phoenix Suns in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Bismack Biyombo could hold key to which team makes NBA Finals</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/bismack-biyombo-nba-finals-suns-spurs-victor-wembanyama?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ks75xazfn6</guid><description>Former Sun Bismack Biyombo can prepare Victor Wembanyama for the rest of the physical Thunder series to help them make the NBA Finals.</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:00:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5088,h_2862,x_717,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ks7676w0re4519hmy0.jpg" caption="Mar 14, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA;  San Antonio Spurs center Bismack Biyombo (18) warms up before the game against the Charlotte Hornets at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images | Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns can&#39;t ignore this big need while building around Devin Booker</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-devin-booker-point-guard-mat-ishbia-chris-paul?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ben Leibowitz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ks5p8tmhgr</guid><description>Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia is adamant about building around face of the franchise Devin Booker. There&#39;s already a proven blueprint to doing that.</description><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 20:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4275,h_2404,x_422,y_448/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ks5pbv6nxhtx0xq41g.jpg" caption="Oklahoma City Thunder MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander greets Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker after advancing in a four game sweep of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ben Leibowitz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Latest ESPN mock draft has Suns addressing a big need</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/latest-espn-mock-draft-suns-addressing-big-need?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ben Leibowitz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ks5td39vdk</guid><description>The Phoenix Suns are in the market for point guards. Could they target one from Michigan State with their second round pick in the 2026 NBA draft?</description><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 18:25:55 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2730,h_1535,x_322,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ks5thpwk3p4gce4935.jpg" caption="Michigan State coach Tom Izzo talks with guard Jeremy Fears Jr. during the second half of the 2026 NCAA Men&#39;s Basketball East Regional game against UConn at Capital One Arena in Washington DC on Friday, March 27, 2026. | Eric Seals / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ben Leibowitz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns should not be surprised by NBA All-Rookie snub</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-all-rookie-khaman-maluach-flagg-rasheer-fleming?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ks5dtqthg9</guid><description>Neither Khaman Maluach or Rasheer Fleming failing to make an All-Rookie roster should come as no surprise to the Suns.</description><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 15:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3527,h_1983,x_383,y_282/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ks5dy9mnr46xrxy3vj.jpg" caption="Mar 28, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Rasheer Fleming (20) against the Utah Jazz at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Shai Gilgeous-Alexander hits Suns with another reason to worry about Mark Williams</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/shai-gilgeous-alexander-suns-mark-williams-thunder-isaiah-hartenstein?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ks4sj0jrp4</guid><description>Shai Gilgeous-Alexander&#39;s comments on his teammate Isaiah Hartenstein should concern the Suns and their own center in Mark Williams.</description><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3998,h_2248,x_1042,y_342/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ks4skhjw0w4ghp0n2g.jpg" caption="May 18, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) looks on during the first half against the San Antonio Spurs during game one of the western conference finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images | Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Mark Williams&#39; restricted free agency gives Suns options they must explore</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/mark-williams-restricted-free-agency-suns-sign-trade?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ben Leibowitz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ks36deqhmr</guid><description>As Mark Williams enters restricted free agency this summer, the Phoenix Suns must explore all options, including a possible sign-and-trade deal.</description><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 22:12:23 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2739,h_1540,x_65,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ks36gbt8d9a46yv0fn.jpg" caption="Phoenix Suns center Mark Williams (15) against the Portland Trail Blazers during the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ben Leibowitz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Former Suns center cites &#39;sacrifices&#39; with Lakers as offseason decision looms</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/former-suns-center-sacrifices-lakers-offseason-decision-looms-deandre-ayton?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ben Leibowitz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ks10c05y0m</guid><description>Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton didn&#39;t seem to see eye-to-eye with LA&#39;s coaching staff in his first season with the team. Will he be back next season?</description><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 22:00:29 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5401,h_3038,x_405,y_173/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01ks10tqg4ya2b8e0s0j.jpg" caption="Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton warms up prior to game six of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. | Erik Williams-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ben Leibowitz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Ryan Dunn has one last shot to save his career with Suns</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/ryan-dunn-one-last-shot-save-career-suns?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Robbie Donato</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krxsb7tc6m</guid><description>After an encouraging rookie season, Ryan Dunn disappointed this season, exhibiting minimal development as a player and bringing into question his future with the Suns.</description><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 16:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2502,h_1407,x_0,y_359/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01krxsk160ehwxzh4drb.jpg" caption="Mar 28, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Ryan Dunn (0) against the Utah Jazz at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Robbie Donato"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Terrifying playoff Wembanyama might just force Suns into huge panic trade</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/terrifying-playoff-wembanyama-suns-giannis-spurs-trade?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krznstnw4d</guid><description>Victor Wembanyama has arrived and the Suns should reconsider a Giannis Antetokounmpo trade as a result.</description><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 13:00:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3443,h_1936,x_110,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01krzzmg3bqde7wx8350.jpg" caption="May 18, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) looks on in the third quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder during game one of the western conference finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images | Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Pistons have the perfect solution to help Suns undo Mark Williams mistake</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/pistons-paul-reed-suns-mark-williams-isaiah-stewart-free-agency-trade?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kryhqwd2a0</guid><description>The Pistons have too many bigs and not enough minutes after their playoff run and the Suns can benefit.</description><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 23:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3033,h_1706,x_37,y_111/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01kryhsp0hbhwtw2vx09.jpg" caption="May 15, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Detroit Pistons forward Paul Reed (7) drives to the basket against Cleveland Cavaliers center Thomas Bryant (3) during the second half in game six of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images | Ken Blaze-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jalen Green would be perfect trade target for contender in desperate need of scoring</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/jalen-green-trade-offseason-playoffs-pistons-robinson-cunningham-stewart?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krygxcxgpp</guid><description>Jalen Green on the Pistons could work for everybody involved including the Suns.</description><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 22:00:09 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5355,h_3012,x_0,y_212/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01kryhk0dx8xdbqhc3w5.jpg" caption="Apr 27, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Jalen Green (4) against the Oklahoma City Thunder during game four of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images&#xA; | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns should have clear favorite in choice between Zion Williamson and Ja Morant</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-clear-favorite-zion-williamson-ja-morant-trade?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krsgfpz9x4</guid><description>Ja Morant makes much more sense for the Suns than Zion Williamson if both are available and worth pursuing this offseason.</description><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 00:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2321,h_1305,x_1197,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01krsghcnedht3ennqxh.jpg" caption="Dec 26, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) reacts during the second quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images | Petre Thomas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns have Jalen Duren sized mistake waiting to blow up in their faces</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-jalen-duren-smistake-waiting-blow-up-faces-suns-pistons-williams-playoffs?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krsfafg21b</guid><description>Jalen Duren sitting in crucial playoff moments for the Pistons should make the Suns think twice about extending Mark Williams.</description><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 23:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2603,h_1464,x_644,y_46/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01krsfbvc5hhgt6zh58m.jpg" caption="May 11, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) reacts after a play against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the second half of game four in the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images | Ken Blaze-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dillon Brooks finally admits what he really thinks about LeBron James</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/dillon-brooks-lakers-lebron-james-suns-playoffs-rivalry?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krseenxarj</guid><description>Dillon Brooks doesn&#39;t actually hate LeBron James it is just healthy competition.</description><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 22:39:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1449,h_815,x_660,y_171/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01krsefz578xc2btpr1v.jpg" caption="May 12, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks smiles as he sits courtside of the Phoenix Mercury game against the Minnesota Lynx in the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns are making fatal roster flaw with potential extension priorities</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-free-agency-gillespie-goodwin-phoenix-williams?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krp2x0j9f7</guid><description>Bringing back both Collin Gillespie and Jordan Goodwin this summer will leave the Suns lacking in other areas.</description><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 19:30:56 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3448,h_1939,x_883,y_155/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01krp2zm62vdtxwqpdyr.jpg" caption="Feb 22, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Collin Gillespie (12) reacts against the Portland Trail Blazers in the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Silly Mark Williams sign-and-trade solution will never work for Suns</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/silly-mark-williams-sign-trade-solution-never-work-suns-free-agency?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krp1n2z5r9</guid><description>In order for the Suns to sign-and-trade Mark Williams there needs to be a market for him that doesn&#39;t exist.</description><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4062,h_2284,x_1922,y_270/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01krp1q8r1739gw9k1sr.jpg" caption="Mar 17, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Jalen Green (4) and center Mark Williams (15) watch as their team plays the Minnesota Timberwolves in the fourth quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images | Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns have clear reason to consider trading Dillon Brooks this summer</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-dillon-brooks-trade-offseason-randle-booker?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krnfagcqzk</guid><description>The asking price for Dillon Brooks has never been higher which is why the Suns should consider a surprise trade this offseason.</description><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 20:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2450,h_1378,x_750,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01krnff1adqc1mp3qvfg.jpg" caption="Apr 27, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks (3) against the Oklahoma City Thunder during game four of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images&#xA; | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns quietly sitting on most important draft pick this decade</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-quietly-sitting-most-important-draft-pick-decade?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krndhc2ssf</guid><description>If the Suns can take the right player with the 47th pick in the NBA Draft this year it will greatly accelerate their re-tool around Devin Booker.</description><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 18:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2767,h_1556,x_556,y_183/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01krndke7fyvxr8cgsxp.jpg" caption="Jun 10, 2025; Scottsdale, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns general manager Brian Gregory during an introductory press conference at the Verizon 5g Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Timekeeping issues real reason for Suns to avoid Giannis (seriously)</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/timekeeping-giannis-suns-booker-myles-turner-breanna-stewart?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krnhsgrya9</guid><description>If Giannis won&#39;t show up for team flights on time then that is not the kind of guy the Suns need around their group.</description><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 15:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4635,h_2607,x_1529,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01krnhvd34vtwwnyzxex.jpg" caption="Apr 10, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA;  Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo enjoys a moment during warmups prior to the game against the Brooklyn Nets at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images | Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Cavaliers have given Oso Ighodaro blueprint for future success in these playoffs</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/cavaliers-given-oso-ighodaro-blueprint-future-success-playoffs-mobley-suns?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krnd2r7hct</guid><description>Oso Ighodaro being able to handle the ball like Evan Mobley of the Cavaliers would be huge for the Suns next season.</description><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4528,h_2547,x_411,y_85/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01krnd3zh5ktdt78tv7k.jpg" caption="Apr 17, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Oso Ighodaro (11) against the Golden State Warriors during the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Julius Randle&#39;s plummeting stock still shouldn&#39;t tempt Suns into big mistake</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-trade-julius-randle-timberwolves-playoffs-booker-phoenix?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krjt336c69</guid><description>Julius Randle is not the solution for the Suns this summer even if he will likely be available.</description><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3478,h_1956,x_1047,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01krjt5zdkanxq50jnee.jpg" caption="Apr 7, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) looks on in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images | Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dillon Brooks better hope LeBron James doesn&#39;t retire this offseason</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/dillon-brooks-better-hope-lebron-james-doesn-t-retire-offseason-suns?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krka9yzcr9</guid><description>LeBron James brings out a competitive fire in Dillon Brooks that he needs to be at his annoying best.</description><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1396,h_785,x_469,y_409/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01krkbbfeqejfnwsg89e.jpg" caption="May 12, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks sits courtside of the Phoenix Mercury game against the Minnesota Lynx in the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns would be two years too late in trying to land LeBron James</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-lebron-james-lakers-playoffs-trade-phoenix-durant-doncic?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krk0kr7a6k</guid><description>The time for the Suns to think about trading for LeBron James has come and gone.</description><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 20:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3474,h_1954,x_1072,y_43/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01krk0pfgexpj030f0ch.jpg" caption="May 11, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) during the first half in game four of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images | Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns already performed toughest part of their re-tool last summer</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-already-performed-toughest-part-re-tool-summer-phoenix-jordan-ott?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krjykehhyy</guid><description>Hiring head coach Jordan Ott ensured the Suns handled the toughest part of their re-tooling process last summer.</description><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 15:17:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3345,h_1881,x_170,y_788/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01krjymxgnwmhczm25e6.jpg" caption="Apr 27, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns head coach Jordan Ott against the Oklahoma City Thunder during game four of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images&#xA; | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns have no choice but to go all-in this offseason</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-booker-ishbia-free-agency-phoenix-offseason-morant-zion?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Robbie Donato</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krgwd8kz8r</guid><description>With limited draft assets for years to come and an aging franchise superstar, the Suns have no choice but to go all-in after showing hopeful signs this past season.</description><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 01:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3753,h_2111,x_0,y_552/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01krgyx6drkyyaps753e.jpg" caption="Oct 2, 2023; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia (left) and guard Devin Booker pose for a portrait during media day at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Robbie Donato"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jordan Ott&#39;s inclusion in poll may hint Suns can attract future free agents</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/jordan-ottinclusion-poll-may-hint-suns-attract-future-free-agents-booker-brooks?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ben Leibowitz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krhb5h518r</guid><description>An anonymous NBA player poll from The Athletic shows that players around the league took notice of Jordan Ott&#39;s first season at the helm of the Phoenix Suns.</description><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 23:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7610,h_4280,x_0,y_1099/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01krhb8qrt9yendqnfhn.jpg" caption="Phoenix Suns head coach Jordan Ott against the Oklahoma City Thunder during Game 4 of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ben Leibowitz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Key Suns free agent voted among league&#39;s most underrated players</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-free-agent-among-league-underrated-players-phoenix-collin-gillespie?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ben Leibowitz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krh5m02fhb</guid><description>Phoenix Suns guard Collin Gillespie put together a breakout year in 2025-26. His NBA peers noticed.</description><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 21:22:15 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2064,h_1161,x_171,y_453/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01krh5pvqwmqdbstnjye.jpg" caption="Phoenix Suns guard Collin Gillespie (12) against the Portland Trail Blazers during the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ben Leibowitz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Former Suns star&#39;s career fizzling like never before after playoff collapse</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-lakers-playoffs-los-angeles-deandre-ayton-phoenix?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krgwxdkvx7</guid><description>Deandre Ayton might just have hit a new low after falling apart for the Lakers in the playoffs.</description><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 15:48:53 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4805,h_2702,x_1018,y_275/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01krgwz7dk37vs2j3279.jpg" caption="Oct 24, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton (5) reacts in the first half against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dillon Brooks again shows up court side for second time this week</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/dillon-brooks-suns-lakers-playoffs-mercury-wnba?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krgkx851d9</guid><description>Dillon Brooks showing up court side for a Mercury game is the latest promising development of his career in Phoenix.</description><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 13:25:35 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4988,h_2805,x_580,y_327/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01krgkzvbtxb1dhpnt1v.jpg" caption="May 11, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Phoenix Suns player Dillon Brooks attends game four of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images | Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns prove they won at least one trade after Lakers get brutally swept</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-lakers-deandre-ayton-playoffs-thunder?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krf30p044j</guid><description>Deandre Ayton again proved the Suns were right to get rid of him as the Lakers were swept by the Thunder.</description><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 22:05:44 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2524,h_1419,x_0,y_662/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01krf32k69r2vw23qwgj.jpg" caption="Apr 21, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) is defended by Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton (5) as he drives to the basket during the second half of game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images | Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dillon Brooks hilariously reappears as Lakers&#39; season goes up in flames</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/dillon-brooks-hilariously-reappears-lakers-season-up-flames-lebron-playoffs?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krdmymppjk</guid><description>Dillon Brooks court side to watch LeBron James get swept by the Thunder is pure villain behavior.</description><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 14:25:16 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2948,h_1658,x_1366,y_152/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01krdndzt9dk7p8czsvw.jpg" caption="Apr 27, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks (3) against the Oklahoma City Thunder during game four of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images&#xA; | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>1 big change Oso Ighodaro needs to save his future with the Suns</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/oso-ighodaro-suns-career-about-take-major-turn?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Robbie Donato</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krc19rqev4</guid><description>With his unique skillset, Oso Ighodaro is an anomaly as a modern NBA big, but he&#39;s one that the Suns will need to figure out how to best utilize, and to get the most out of him, they may need to change him.</description><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 23:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5411,h_3043,x_0,y_249/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01krc1g6ttrggwzhzeg5.jpg" caption="Mar 28, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Oso Ighodaro (11) against the Utah Jazz at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Robbie Donato"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Before Dillon Brooks, PJ Tucker set the standard for Suns hustle culture</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/before-dillon-brooks-pj-tucker-set-standard-suns-hustle-culture?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ben Leibowitz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krc43kphb6</guid><description>PJ Tucker, a four-time Dan Majerle Hustle Award winner with the Phoenix Suns, set the standard for hustle and grit in The Valley long before Dillon Brooks.</description><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 21:41:26 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3329,h_1872,x_223,y_65/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01krc489e62zbv45g9sq.jpg" caption="Former Phoenix Suns forward PJ Tucker announced his retirement from professional basketball. | Dale Zanine-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ben Leibowitz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>All signs point to Suns fans needing to ignore massive trade rumor</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/all-signs-point-suns-fans-ignore-trade-rumor-giannis-bucks-rumors?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ben Leibowitz</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krbzyh3fsq</guid><description>As the NBA playoffs push toward the Conference Finals, many eyes remain diverted to the offseason and what it could hold for one of the league’s biggest stars: Giannis Antetokounmpo.</description><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 19:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5569,h_3132,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01krc01djbskcr8z1fqp.jpg" caption="Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo looks on after the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena. | Kyle Ross-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ben Leibowitz"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Devin Booker has chance to finally land perfect role in any Giannis trade</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/devin-booker-chance-land-perfect-role-giannis-trade-bucks-suns?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krbjgj0se5</guid><description>Devin Booker as the second best player on a Giannis led team makes a ton of sense.</description><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 16:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3697,h_2079,x_1500,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01krbjht8fdz6pahxc1j.jpg" caption="Apr 25, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) blocks out against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first half during game three of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images | Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>NBA Draft Lottery could just have put Giannis one step closer to Phoenix </title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/nba-draft-lottery-could-put-giannis-closer-phoenix-suns-bucks-trade?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01krbj01t1zp</guid><description>The NBA Draft Lottery going down the way it did could just have put Giannis one step closer to Phoenix.</description><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 13:03:31 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4094,h_2302,x_628,y_12/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01krbj18e8fjzqhpw5tc.jpg" caption="Apr 12, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo looks on after the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images | Kyle Ross-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Suns have 2 astonishing reasons to root for Oklahoma City Thunder</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/suns-2-astonishing-reasons-root-oklahoma-city-thunder-shai-playoffs?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kr9x4ttd42</guid><description>Backing the Thunder to win another championship is exactly what the Suns should want to see happen in these playoffs.</description><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 21:48:29 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5330,h_2998,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01kr9x5xbe4x2abnhetv.jpg" caption="Jan 2, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) laughs on the bench during the second quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images | Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Kevin Durant can now count teammate as NBA’s most overrated</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/kevin-durant-now-count-teammate-nba-most-overrated-alperen-sengun?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kr3x43w6pg</guid><description>Alperen Sengun is the most overrated player in the entire NBA according to his peers and that is a worry for Kevin Durant.</description><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 17:00:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4093,h_2302,x_644,y_252/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01kr3x59tpgqmsxk773t.jpg" caption="Apr 7, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant (7) reacts against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dillon Brooks somehow receives ultimate disrespect despite best season of career</title><link>https://valleyofthesuns.com/dillon-brooks-receives-ultimate-disrespect-best-season-career?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Luke Duffy</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kr3vywetjq</guid><description>Dillon Brooks being called overrated proves the NBA has learned nothing about his considerable talents.</description><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 14:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3262,h_1834,x_759,y_123/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/69/01kr449xayqw05f1xb4p.jpg" caption="Apr 22, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks (3) reacts after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second half during game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images | Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Luke Duffy"></flatplan:author></item></channel></rss>