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Whaddya know, the Suns are being sued for discrimination a third time

By Zach Buchanan

Apr 29, 2025

An anonymous ex-employee says she was subjected to sexual harassment, homophobic comments and unequal pay.

Trade Kevin Durant? 5 things the Suns must do to right the ship

By Brendon Kleen

Apr 18, 2025

Coming off an awful season with the NBA’s most expensive roster, the Suns face a summer of tough choices.

Suns worker sues over age discrimination, rat-infested work area

By Zach Buchanan

Mar 20, 2025

Jason Cope says the Suns illegally changed his employment status and retaliated against him for reporting an offensive remark.

5 things we learned about the Suns after their awful trade deadline

By Ryan Yousefi

Feb 7, 2025

The Suns dreamed about a big addition and flirted with trading Kevin Durant. By doing nothing, they’ll pay the piper later.

5 reasons the Suns shouldn’t trade for Heat star Jimmy Butler

By Ryan Yousefi

Jan 30, 2025

The Suns may feel like acquiring Butler is the only way to fix their broken roster. But they’d only be buying a big headache.

What Dick Van Arsdale, Phoenix’s firstborn Sun, meant to Valley hoops

By Paul Coro

Dec 23, 2024

The original Phoenix Suns player, Dick Van Arsdale put the Valley on the pro sports map. He died last week at 81.

‘Original Sun’ Dick Van Arsdale dies at 81

By Zach Buchanan

Dec 16, 2024

Van Arsdale spend nine seasons with the Suns, helping them make the 1976 NBA Finals.

Zing go the heartstrings: An ode to Suns broadcasting legend Al McCoy

By Paul Coro

Sep 26, 2024

The longest-tenured announcer in NBA history, McCoy died last week at 91. His legacy in the Valley lives on.

Legendary Phoenix Suns announcer Al McCoy dies at 91

By Zach Buchanan

Sep 21, 2024

McCoy called 51 seasons of Suns basketball, making him the longest-tenured announcer in NBA history.

Where to eat and drink near Footprint Center in downtown Phoenix

By Tirion Boan

Jul 15, 2024

Going to the WNBA All-Star game? Stop by these downtown Phoenix bars and restaurants near Footprint Center.

Cheer on the Phoenix Suns with these 6 special snacks and sips

By Sara Crocker

Apr 23, 2024

The NBA playoffs are in full swing and local restaurants, bakeries and bars are doing their part to rally the Valley.

FTW? Here’s what ChatGPT predicts for Phoenix’s pro sports teams

By Ryan Yousefi

Mar 25, 2024

We asked artificial intelligence to dish on what it expects for the Cardinals, Coyotes, Diamondbacks, Mercury, Rising and Suns.

Sunbursts to El Valle: A look at Phoenix Suns jerseys over the years

By Ryan Yousefi

Feb 6, 2024

From classic to flashy, and celebrating the Valley’s Mexican American culture, jerseys for the Phoenix Suns spark excitement.

NBA fans are thirsty for this Phoenix Suns star. It’s not Devin Booker

By Ryan Yousefi

Jan 5, 2024

Sorry, D-Book. The NBA’s thirst-o-meter doesn’t rank you as high as this teammate.

Henry Garcia with autographed Devin Booker jersey

Vulgar Valley: Phoenix Suns fans deemed NBA’s most potty-mouthed

By Ryan Yousefi

Dec 26, 2023

The Suns don’t lead the NBA. But their fans and their use of 4-letter words definitely does.

Survey says: Phoenix Suns fans among NBA’s most annoying

By Ryan Yousefi

Oct 20, 2023

Suns fans are so triggering. That's a good thing, right?

Drake rekindles Devin Booker bromance during Phoenix concerts

By Ryan Yousefi

Sep 13, 2023

The singer teased a Phoenix audience that he’s moving here to watch the All-Star player lead the Suns to a championship, nevermind those pesky curses.

Super Fans, Mascot Mania, and All-Stars: Suns and Nuggets Get Ready to Rumble

By Elias Weiss and Catie Cheshire

Apr 29, 2023

Why the Suns will win in six — and a bet with our sister newsroom in Denver.

Phoenix Suns Ticket Prices Spike Ahead of Kevin Durant’s Home Court Debut

By Elias Weiss

Mar 8, 2023

Phoenix Suns fans are shelling out big bucks to see Kevin Durant's home court debut.

NBA Star Power Comes Out for a Cannabis Basketball Tournament at Footprint Center

By Matt Hennie

Jan 19, 2023

More than a dozen teams of cannabis industry employees took part in a basketball tournament at Footprint Center, the first time the NBA has worked with cannabis brands to host an event.

Phoenix Suns

The 10 highest-paid Phoenix athletes

After trading Durant, can Suns keep Booker happy?

Phoenix Suns

The 10 highest-paid Phoenix athletes

After trading Durant, can Suns keep Booker happy?

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