Shams Charania: The Phoenix Suns are naming a new head of basketball operations, promoting vice president Brian Gregory as the franchise’s new general manager, sources tell ESPN. James Jones, the Suns GM since 2019, will transition to a role as senior advisor for the franchise. … [Read more...] about Suns name Brian Gregory as GM, move James Jones to senior advisor
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The Suns could find value in a trade with the Orlando Magic
Photo by Rich Storry/Getty Images Orlando has an itch. Can the Suns help them scratch it? The first round of the NBA playoffs is thinning the field, and with each exit comes an inevitable reckoning. Teams begin the introspective process, dissecting what went wrong, where cracks formed, and how they might rebuild stronger. Roster construction, once seen as vision, now … [Read more...] about The Suns could find value in a trade with the Orlando Magic
Rockets expected to have internal discussions regarding potential star pursuits
The Rockets’ brass — Stone, Udoka and Patrick Fertitta — are aligned in the ambition to allow this young group to grow together. Nevertheless, it is anticipated that there will be internal discussions at a minimum this summer regarding potential star pursuits in the trade market. Does Kevin Durant make sense for the Rockets entering his age-37 season, considering the costs of … [Read more...] about Rockets expected to have internal discussions regarding potential star pursuits
Suns JAM Session Podcast: Point/Counterpoint — Close the Book or Double Down?
Shooting the shit about the Phoenix Suns since 2019. Next up on our ‘How to fix the Suns’ series? The Chosen Son. Devin Booker. What options exist? Do you trade him? Do you stay the course? Options, opinions, and a couple of assholes talking about it. Click the SUBSCRIBE button. Click the BELL to turn on notifications. Watch it right here! Listen to the latest podcast … [Read more...] about Suns JAM Session Podcast: Point/Counterpoint — Close the Book or Double Down?
March Stein: I’m told an emerging option in Phoenix, rather than a splashy hire outside hire, is promoting VP of player programming Brian Gregory to a more prominent front office role. Gregory already has a significant voice in Suns draft strategy and is highly regarded by owner Mat Ishbia. … [Read more...] about