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Devin Booker set Phoenix alight with a dominant 43-point, 7-rebound, 7-assist performance, powering the Suns to a crucial win in their home opener against a depleted Golden State Warriors squad. Despite sinking only two three-pointers, Booker’s efficiency and third-quarter takeover were unmatched, breaking the franchise home-opener scoring record previously held by Charles Barkley and Eddie Johnson. While Booker's star shone bright, the Suns' bench—Ryan Dunn, Jordan Goodwin, Gillespie, and Luke Kennard—delivered a game-changing spark, finishing a combined +56 in a narrow nine-point victory. Questions linger about the starting unit's chemistry as early-season turnovers and disjointed play highlighted ongoing adjustments with new additions and limited continuity from last season. Can the Suns sustain this momentum as they head into a challenging matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder? All eyes now turn to Phoenix as they look to stack wins in the early NBA season. 📸 PHOTO: Imagn Images 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KalshiToday's hit is sponsored by Kalshi. Download Kalshi and use code HIT to get $25 when you trade $25. 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. Prices, values, and available markets may differ from those mentioned. For more information, see kalshi.com/regulatory. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Game 2 of the season feels like a must-win for the Phoenix Suns as they host the depleted Golden State Warriors. With Stephen Curry and Brandin Podziemski both out, and Draymond Green likely to stir up the action, the Warriors arrive undermanned and reeling from a crushing home opener loss. Can Phoenix capitalize on this perfect storm and quiet their critics after an embarrassing start to the year? 📸 PHOTO: Imagn Images 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KalshiToday's hit is sponsored by Kalshi. Download Kalshi and use code HIT to get $25 when you trade $25. 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. Prices, values, and available markets may differ from those mentioned. For more information, see kalshi.com/regulatory. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Stephen Curry’s ankle injury could give the Phoenix Suns a crucial edge as they prepare for a pivotal matchup with the Golden State Warriors Saturday night. With Curry potentially sidelined and the Warriors facing a tough back-to-back, the pressure is on De’Anthony Melton, Draymond Green, and upstart rookie Yaxxel Lendeborg to challenge Phoenix’s offense and disrupt star Devin Booker. Despite a rocky start to the season, including a historically bad first quarter in their last outing, the Suns look to bounce back and regain momentum. Will Phoenix seize this statement opportunity, or does Golden State’s gritty roster pose a trap even without their superstar? Draymond’s on-court antics, Booker’s resilience, and the team’s playoff odds all come into play in this early-season showdown that could reveal the Suns’ true character. 📸 PHOTO: Imagn Images 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KalshiToday's hit is sponsored by Kalshi. Download Kalshi and use code HIT to get $25 when you trade $25. 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. Prices, values, and available markets may differ from those mentioned. For more information, see kalshi.com/regulatory. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Phoenix Suns suffered a historic blowout loss on opening night, joining a short and ignominious list of teams defeated by 40-plus points in their first game. Their offensive struggles were glaring, with an ugly shot chart featuring just one corner three attempt and a reliance on uninspired mid-range jumpers that played straight into the Portland Trail Blazers’ hands. Can Phoenix rebound quickly against the Golden State Warriors after such a wake-up call? Concerns about the Suns’ roster construction are growing, highlighted by zero assists from Miles Bridges and Dillon Brooks. With their playoff hopes already statistically challenged and the Warriors looming, all eyes are on whether the Suns can shake off this disastrous start and prove the doubters wrong. 📸 PHOTO: Imagn Images 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KalshiToday's hit is sponsored by Kalshi. Download Kalshi and use code HIT to get $25 when you trade $25. 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. Prices, values, and available markets may differ from those mentioned. For more information, see kalshi.com/regulatory. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Stunned by a 41-point blowout on opening night, the Phoenix Suns face an early crossroads after being outplayed by the Portland Trail Blazers. Damian Lillard’s six threes and Portland’s domination on the glass left many questioning the Suns’ energy and effort, as hopes for a new culture evaporated in a one-sided loss. With Oso Ighodaro's hip injury adding to the team’s woes and concerns mounting about depth at center, can Kaman Maluach and Duop Reath fill the void? Now, the spotlight turns to a critical showdown against the Golden State Warriors, who are also eager to bounce back from a tough loss. 📸 PHOTO: Imagn Images 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KalshiToday's hit is sponsored by Kalshi. Download Kalshi and use code HIT to get $25 when you trade $25. 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. Prices, values, and available markets may differ from those mentioned. For more information, see kalshi.com/regulatory. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Phoenix Suns look to kick off the season with a statement win on the road against the Portland Trail Blazers, renewing a rivalry that saw every matchup last year won by the visiting team. With Damian Lillard healthy and Ja Morant joining a newly guard-heavy Blazers squad alongside Deni Avdia, Scoot Henderson, and Jrue Holiday, the game promises high-paced action and tricky matchups on both ends. Can Devin Booker break free from Jrue Holiday’s defense, or will Jalen Green rise to the occasion as Portland's focus shifts? The Suns’ roster continuity gives them a crucial edge as the Blazers work to integrate new stars. With questions looming over lineup choices—will Khaman or Oso Ott start at center against Donovan Clingan’s size?—and emotions running high in Portland, this early-season battle could shape the playoff race down the stretch. 📸 PHOTO: Imagn Images 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KalshiToday's hit is sponsored by Kalshi. Download Kalshi and use code HIT to get $25 when you trade $25. 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. Prices, values, and available markets may differ from those mentioned. For more information, see kalshi.com/regulatory. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jordan Goodwin is quietly becoming the NBA’s most underrated guard—his stats defy expectations. At just 6’3”, Goodwin ranks 15th in offensive rebound percentage, surrounded by centers atop the leaderboard, and leads Phoenix Suns guards with relentless energy on the glass. He’s the only guard in the NBA's top 20 for this metric, outpacing bigger names like the Thompson twins and anchoring the Suns’ small-ball lineups against bruising frontcourts. On defense, Goodwin’s 3.3% steal rate was third league-wide, trailing only All-Defensive Team selections Ausar Thompson and Cason Wallace. Waived by the Lakers and signed by the Suns, his disruptive defense, hustle, and tenacity picking up opponents full-court have set a new tone for Phoenix. After being snubbed from All-Defensive Team honors last year, could this be Goodwin’s breakout campaign? 📸 PHOTO: Imagn Images 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KalshiToday's hit is sponsored by Kalshi. Download Kalshi and use code HIT to get $25 when you trade $25. 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. Prices, values, and available markets may differ from those mentioned. For more information, see kalshi.com/regulatory. #Suns #PhoenixSuns #NBA #JordanGoodwin #ArizonaSports #Phoenix #Basketball #Defense Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Phoenix Suns open the 2026-27 season Wednesday at the Portland Trail Blazers, and ESPN has them at 42-40 and eighth in the West. Is that too low for a team that won 45 games last year? Can Jalen Green finally stay healthy, and should Khaman Maluach be the starting center? Brandon Duenas and John Voita of Bright Side of the Sun break down their Suns predictions in a rapid-fire Hit, including the opener against Portland, Luke Kennard's sore left knee, who runs point between Jalen Green and Devin Booker, the Khaman Maluach and Oso Ighodaro debate, and a 47-win call with a path past the Minnesota Timberwolves. Who's the Sun you're higher on than everyone else? PHOTO: Imagn Images Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KalshiToday's hit is sponsored by Kalshi. Download Kalshi and use code HIT to get $25 when you trade $25. 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. Prices, values, and available markets may differ from those mentioned. For more information, see kalshi.com/regulatory. #Suns #PhoenixSuns #SunsNation #JalenGreen #KhamanMaluach #NBA Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Phoenix Suns signed Oso Ighodaro to a three-year, $29 million extension, and with his $2.5 million team option for next season, the Chandler native is locked in for four years at roughly $31.5 million as one of the best backup centers in the NBA. Should the Suns start Ighodaro or Khaman Maluach at center on opening night against Donovan Clingan and the Portland Trail Blazers? Brandon Duenas breaks down why the extension is a steal, from Ighodaro playing all 82 games last season to shooting 65 percent from the field as a playmaking hub at center. Brandon looks at how the Suns' center group of Ighodaro, Maluach, and Mark Williams takes up just 12, 13, and 17 percent of the cap over the next three seasons, plus Ighodaro's free-throw and spacing concerns. Why does the Clingan matchup make the case for Maluach, and could foul trouble put Duop Reath and Jordan Ott's matchup-based rotation to the test? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KalshiToday's hit is sponsored by Kalshi. Download Kalshi and use code HIT to get $25 when you trade $25. 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. Prices, values, and available markets may differ from those mentioned. For more information, see kalshi.com/regulatory. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Phoenix Suns have their rotation set heading into opening night against the Portland Trail Blazers, and Jordan Ott has given Devin Booker and Jalen Green the deepest supporting cast the Suns have had in years. Should the Suns start Khaman Maluach or Oso Ighodaro at center, and how far can this depth carry Phoenix? Brandon Duenas breaks down Jordan Ott's ten-man rotation, including why Jordan Goodwin plays like a wing and how Ryan Dunn ran away with the backup four job. Brandon makes the case for starting Khaman Maluach now so he's ready for March, April and May, plus why Oso Ighodaro could be the perfect playmaking hub for a second unit with Collin Gillespie and Luke Kennard. What does it all mean for Dillon Brooks, Miles Bridges, Rasheer Fleming, Koa Peat, Jamaree Bouyea, Duop Reath, and a Suns frontcourt playing without Mark Williams? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! KalshiToday's hit is sponsored by Kalshi. Download Kalshi and use code HIT to get $25 when you trade $25. 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. Prices, values, and available markets may differ from those mentioned. For more information see kalshi.com/regulatory. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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