Bright Side Of The Sun

Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images The leader of the Suns’ hot start. Time is a construct, but age is too, at least if you’re watching Kevin Durant. Averaging 27.8 points per game, the Slim Reaper has started the year on a TEAR. He’s been at his best late in games, like on Monday when he hit the game-winning shot to top off his 35-point performance against … [Read more...] about No taking Kevin Durant’s greatness for granted

Photo by Barry Gossage / NBAE via Getty Images The G League boys are in Santa Cruz for the first games in team history! What does the opening day roster look like? How can you watch them? The wait is finally over, as G League basketball is back for Phoenix Suns fans and its developing players. The Valley Suns will make their debut Friday night on the road against the … [Read more...] about What to know ahead of the Valley Suns’ first-ever season opener

Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images Let’s try something new here. Roberry. I’m pretty sure I’m committing it right now. Why do I say this? Because I am stealing. Stealing an idea. SB Nation’s Philadelphia 76ers site does something that I want to start doing here on Bright Side. After every game, they let their community choose their “Sixers Bell Ringer,” … [Read more...] about Bright Side Baller: KD and Nurkic propel Phoenix to victory over Miami

Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images The rookie will most likely miss the Suns game against the Mavs. Phoenix Suns rookie Ryan Dunn has had quite an impact to open his career. While he’s 8th on the team in total minutes played (126.8), he’s 5th in three-pointers attempted, hitting an impressive 45.5% of them. He’s posted a 106.1 defensive rating and a 6.2 net rating. He … [Read more...] about Injury Update: Ryan Dunn doubtful with ankle injury

Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images Highs, lows, and adjusting to a new system. We’re learning plenty about the Phoenix Suns through the first eight games of the season. We’re seeing how the pieces fit together, how Coach Budenholzer manages them, and how it all translates to winning. We’re discovering the value of our 28th overall pick and what stability brings with players … [Read more...] about Peaks and Valleys: The Jusuf Nurkic journey in Phoenix so far