Suns’ talent enables versatility
“That’s where we’ll get the most out of this camp.”
At the midpoint of Suns training camp, any observer would have a hard time seeing a lowlight. via Arizona Republic
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Amare upbeat after surgery
“It is not dead in that he still wants what he wants, and that’s fine”
Suns center Amare Stoudemire was in such good spirits after his successful right knee surgery Tuesday that he used a Phoenix bird mythology reference to predict his return from the arthroscopic procedure that … via Arizona Republic
Fleming: Why Is It Always Marion?
Today it was reported the Phoenix Suns entertained the theory of sending Shawn Marion to Utah for Andrei Kirilenko, but talks never went beyond talking. via HOOPSWORLD.com
Phoenix Destination Guide
“Phoenix is the solar-plexus chakra of the earth . . . . People come here to cleanse themselves.”
Text by Lisa Lombardi Photo by Dan Vermillion Arizona’s capital rises to a new level of year-round appeal. via National Geographic Traveler
Suns talked Marion trade with Jazz
Paul Coro The Arizona Republic Sept. 11, 2007 08:22 AM The Suns and Utah Jazz tossed around the idea of a trade sending Shawn Marion to Utah for Andrei Kirilenko last month but they did not move pass the stage … via Arizona Republic
Suns Broadcaster Al McCoy Receives Media Award
With his induction into the Hall of Fame coming this week, check out Suns’ long time broadcaster Al McCoy’s top play calls. via NBA
3 Suns head for China game
“I’m very happy this is going to happen”
A trio of Suns, including two-time NBA MVP Steve Nash, 2006-07 NBA sixth man of the year Leandro Barbosa and first-round draft pick Alando Tucker, will play against against Yao Ming and the Chinese National … via Arizona Republic
Suns rejuvenated by time off
“I got too uptight last year . . . over everything”
Now that a playoff nightmare has been put to bed, it soon could be the year of the rising Suns. via Arizona Republic
Weather delays ‘Phoenix’ Mars probe launch
Steve Nash had 18 assists, Leandro Barbosa scored 28 and the Phoenix Suns moved one step closer to clinching the No. via Phoenix About
Suns, Lakers nab national telecasts
The Los Angeles Lakers and Phoenix Suns are not on many short lists to win the NBA championship, but the television gods have shone on them: Each has wangled 24 national telecasts on ABC, TNT, ESPN and ESPN2 … via Variety
Sad humor: What a fix Suns were in
“In fact, if somebody asked whether we thought the fix was in, we’d have fingered Rush for sure.”
One of the signs a referee is fixing games, according to David Letterman, is this: “When talking about the Spurs, says we.” That’s not as funny as Letterman’s other telltale signs, such as “Knicks are winning.” … via MySanAntonio.com
Sarver interview: Suns owner talks about Grant Hill, Amare, more
“I don’t think about it as much [two months later], but you don’t get a lot of opportunities to win a championship and that was an opportunity for us. It still hurts, but time heals everything.”
Also in Vancouver for Steve Nash’s annual charity game last weekend was Suns owner Robert Sarver, who discussed a variety of topics with ESPN.com: On surrendering two future first-round picks as part of … via ESPN
NBA Referee Scandal Exhibit A: Suns vs. Spurs
Like I said on Friday, this could be the worse scandal on pro sports history in America. via ArmchairGM
Suns trade Kurt Thomas
That NBA salary cap leads to some strange things, like cutting guys because they make too much money and making trades like the Suns made today. via Brian Reilly’s other weblog
Former UNLV star finds new life for Suns in NBA Summer League
“Keep your confidence up. Go out there and have fun, like you used to, and things will work out.”
By Rob Miech < rob.miech@lasvegassun.com > Las Vegas Sun Marcus Banks file Team: Phoenix Suns Position: Guard Age: 25 Height: 6-feet-2 Weight: 200 pounds Hometown: Las Vegas High School: Cimarron-Memorial … via The Las Vegas Sun