PHNX Suns Podcast

It's time to make being a Suns fan more fun. Join Lindsey Smith, Espo, Gerald Bourguet and Saul Bookman for your daily dose of Suns talk. It's analysis, opinion and just more than a little bit of fun. It's the PHNX Suns Podcast.

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133. Can Devin Booker Carry This Suns Team?
<p>We debate if Devin Booker is a true 1A as heads into the first year of his max contract. What should we expect from this Suns team with Devin Booker at the helm IF they don't make a major trade?</p> <p><br></p> <p>Support the show: &nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel-/support" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel-/support</a></p> <p>Subscribe On Youtube: &nbsp;<a href="http://www.youtube.com/c/PhoenixSunsSolarPanel">http://www.youtube.com/c/PhoenixSunsSolarPanel</a> &nbsp;</p> <p>Solar Panel Shirts: &nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.sunsshirts.com/">http://www.sunsshirts.com</a>&nbsp;</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support</a>
19 min
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Ep. 132- As Suns Head Into Free Agency, What Sh...
<p>&nbsp;As the Phoenix Suns head into free agency, there will be a lot of conflicting reports fed by front offices and agents with agendas. What should you believe? &nbsp;</p><p>Monty Williams in an interview mentioned Tyler Johnson along side Booker and Ayton as part of core. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Should the Suns take BPA in the draft, even if that player is a SG or SF &nbsp;</p><p>Nets made a trade opening up enough cap room for 2 max free agents- What does that mean for the Suns? &nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Suns head to Mexico &nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>&nbsp;Support The Show: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel-/support" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel-/support</a></p><p>Get A T-Shirt: &nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.sunsshirts.com/">http://www.sunsshirts.com</a>&nbsp;</p><p>Subscribe On Youtube: &nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.youtube.com/c/PhoenixSunsSolarPanel">http://www.youtube.com/c/PhoenixSunsSolarPanel</a>&nbsp;</p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/messageSupport this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support</a>
53 min
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Ep. 131- Will The Suns Trade Their #6 Draft Pick?
<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;Suns open to trading No. 6 pick for veteran point guard, Reported by Jonathan Givony of ESPN</p> <p>&nbsp;&nbsp;Gambo reported otherwise- but to keep eye on free agents Cory Joseph, Pat Bev, Darren Collison, TJ McConnell</p> <p>We discuss which competing report to believe.&nbsp;</p> <p>Support the show: &nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel-/support" target="_blank">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel-/support</a></p> <p>Subscribe on Youtube: &nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.youtube.com/c/PhoenixSunsSolarPanel">http://www.youtube.com/c/PhoenixSunsSolarPanel</a>&nbsp;</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support</a>
15 min
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Ep. 130- The Suns Answer At Power Forward
<p>The impact losing will have on the Suns fanbase for years to come</p><p>Summer League get together</p><p>Discussing possible mutual interest between the Suns &amp; Julius Randle</p><p>Is Julius Randle the answer at power forward?</p><p>Should the Suns be willing to lower than standard during free agency?</p><p>Is Monty Williams able to turn Ayton into a rim protector or perhaps turn him into a power forward?</p><p>Dragan Bender’s future with or without The Suns</p><p>Why Tyler Johnson hasn’t picked up his player option&nbsp;</p><p>Monty Williams has been given high praise during the pre draft workouts- we discuss</p><p><br></p><p>Watch On Youtube: &nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.youtube.com/c/PhoenixSunsSolarPanel">http://www.youtube.com/c/PhoenixSunsSolarPanel</a>&nbsp;</p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/messageSupport this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support</a>
54 min
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Ep. 129- All-Star Point Guard Trade Options For...
<p>On this midweek shorter episode we break down what All-Star level point guards could be available for trade</p> <p>and more importantly, what the Suns would have to give up to get them.</p> <p><br></p> <p>WATCH ON YOUTUBE: &nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.youtube.com/c/PhoenixSunsSolarPanel">http://www.youtube.com/c/PhoenixSunsSolarPanel</a>&nbsp;</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support</a>
13 min
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Ep. 128- Robert Sarver A Changed Owner?
<p>&nbsp;Robert Sarver Selling The Team?</p><p>Which Suns player is most likely to listen to The National</p><p>&nbsp;We break down the rumor The Suns are looking for a combo guard this offseason, we discuss realistic options&nbsp;</p><p>Monty Williams Presser reaction&nbsp;</p><p>Robert Sarver reaching out to Jerry Colangelo&nbsp;</p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/messageSupport this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support</a>
56 min
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Ep. 127- Suns Cap Situation Heading Into Free A...
<p>- Resetting the Suns salary cap now that they have the 6th pick in the draft&nbsp;</p> <p>- Ways the Phoenix Suns can target a max player by clearing cap&nbsp;</p> <p>- Will the Suns resign Holmes&nbsp;</p> <p>- ROY Awards &amp; Ayton's chances against Doncic &amp; Young&nbsp;</p> <p>- What players the Suns have bird rights for &nbsp;</p> <p>- Can they possibly target Kyrie Iriving and what would they have to clear to sign him&nbsp;</p> <p>- Center free agents &amp; how much they'll be willing to spend to sign them&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p>Subscribe To Our Youtube Channel: &nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="http://www.youtube.com/c/PhoenixSunsSolarPanel">http://www.youtube.com/c/PhoenixSunsSolarPanel</a>&nbsp;</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support</a>
61 min
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Ep. 126- The Suns Pick 6th. What Now?
<p>We give our live reaction to the Suns picking 6th and predict the most likely moves that they'll now have to make this offseason.</p> <p><br></p> <p>Watch on Youtube: &nbsp;&nbsp;<em>https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChQjPpYxMivM9zkYac_mR2A</em></p> <p><br></p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support</a>
23 min
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Ep. 125- Monty Williams Analysis
<p>We discuss the implications of the Suns new coach, Monty Williams &amp; if this signals a change from Suns ownership about the future stability of the franchise.&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p>SPONSOR: www.Valley-Boyz.com</p> <p>Youtube Channel: &nbsp;&nbsp;<em>https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChQjPpYxMivM9zkYac_mR2A</em></p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support</a>
32 min
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Ep. 124- What Suns Players Really Thought Of Th...
<p>&nbsp;Ashley Nevel (@AshleyNevel) of Brightside Of The Sun join us to discuss &nbsp;</p> <p>- Suns coaching search including Monty Williams, David Vanterpool, Nate Tibbetts&nbsp;</p> <p>- Suns players opinions on Igor Kokoskov &amp; why he was ineffective as a head coach&nbsp;</p> <p>- James Jones &amp; why he made a coaching change &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>- What players weren’t happy with their playing time last year&nbsp;</p> <p>- TJ Warren isn’t coming back- and here’s why&nbsp;</p> <p>- The real reason TJ Warren didn’t come back last season&nbsp;</p> <p>- James Jones clearing house which might include beloved Suns training staff Aaron Nelson&nbsp;</p> <p>- Robert Sarver’s control over the front office &nbsp;</p> <p>- Is Devin Booker a vocal enough leader for this team? &nbsp;</p> <p>- Suns offseason outlook and rumors we’ve heard around the team&nbsp;</p> <p>- Why Dragan Bender isn't returning next season&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p>&nbsp;Sponsor: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&amp;v=K8c895t6m7s&amp;redir_token=EwwRO-Y7sSMaNug0s0voZhPQ4yJ8MTU1NjYzMDA2OEAxNTU2NTQzNjY4&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fvalley-boyz.com%2F" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://valley-boyz.com/</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>Youtube Channel: &nbsp;&nbsp;<em>https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChQjPpYxMivM9zkYac_mR2A</em></p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support</a>
50 min
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Ep 123- Sam Vecenie on the Phoenix Suns 'idiot ...
<p>Sam Vecenie from The Athletic joins to discuss</p> <p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;-- What are realistic trades anyway? -- Who can the Suns target in free agency? -- A Suns team built in the image of Jimmer Fredette -- What IS a realistic trade, anyway? -- Who can the Suns target in free agency? -- Enter Sam Vecenie with... &nbsp;-- How the Suns off season is kind of "idiot proof" -- What the basketball world thinks about James Jones -- Who is Josh Jackson? -- Can Kelly Oubre Jr. expect more than the mid-level? -- How much more growth we need from Deandre Ayton to justify that #1 overall pick? -- Does the Suns front office really actually think Ja Morant is a better talent than Zion Williamson?!&nbsp;</p> <p>Sponsor: www.Valley-Boyz.com</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support</a>
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Ep. 122- Suns 'New' Front Office & The Real Rea...
<p>&nbsp;- The front office is now official with Trevor Buckstein &amp; Jeff Bower reporting to James Jones</p> <p>&nbsp;- What impact will Jeff Bower have in Phoenix?&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;- Is James Jones the right pick for GM&nbsp;</p> <p>- BREAKING: The REAL reason Earl Watson was fired</p> <p>&nbsp;- What will the Suns do with their draft pick?&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;- Should the Suns trade the pick before the lottery?&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;- The cap situation and what avenues they have to improve this offseason &nbsp;</p> <p>- Is Igor's job safe?&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p>&nbsp;Official Sponsor: www.Valley-Boyz.com&nbsp;</p> <p>Subscribe To Our Youtube Channel: &nbsp;&nbsp;<em>https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChQjPpYxMivM9zkYac_mR2A</em></p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support</a>
67 min
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Ep 121- Where The Suns Go Next
<p>And a recap of the 2018-2019 season</p> <p>&nbsp;Justin from Fanning The Flames Podcast fills in for Dave &nbsp;We talk: &nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p>- Suns player development staff&nbsp;</p> <p>- Who will be traded before next season&nbsp;</p> <p>- The second most impactful player this season&nbsp;</p> <p>- Who the general Manager of the Suns will be&nbsp;</p> <p>- The weirdest thing to happen to the Phoenix Suns this season</p> <p>&nbsp;- Tyler Johnson's impact&nbsp;</p> <p>- If we think Dragan Bender will return&nbsp;</p> <p>- What FA SG is most likely to back Devin Booker up</p> <p>&nbsp;- We grade Igor's first year as head coach</p> <p>&nbsp;- and what the Suns will do with this years draft pick&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p>Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: &nbsp;&nbsp;https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChQjPpYxMivM9zkYac_mR2A</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support</a>
61 min
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Ep. 120- Devin Booker Is...
<p>- A rebuttal to Ben Golliver's Devin Booker take</p><p>- Why the national media doesn't think Devin Booker is anything more than a volume scorer</p><p>- We look at the history of Star players on bad teams and where Booker ranks among those</p><p>- A little preview into the NBA Draft and what the Suns might do with their pick</p><p>- Jimmer getting benched at home</p><p>- Kelly Oubre trademarking "Valley Boyz"</p><p><br></p><p>Subscribe to our youtube channel: &nbsp;&nbsp;<em>https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChQjPpYxMivM9zkYac_mR2A</em></p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/messageSupport this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support</a>
68 min
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Ep. 119- Suns Pushing Booker To The Edge (59 po...
<p>1) Greg pays off his lost bet</p> <p>2) Will TJ Warren return this season?&nbsp;</p> <p>3) How important is it to bring back Kelly Oubre next season?&nbsp;</p> <p>4) Would a competent NBA wing be just as good as Oubre?&nbsp;</p> <p>5) Is Tyler Johnson the answer at PG next season?&nbsp;</p> <p>6) When will Devin Booker demand a trade?&nbsp;</p> <p>7) Jimmer Mania&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p>Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: &nbsp;<em>https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChQjPpYxMivM9zkYac_mR2A</em></p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support</a>
70 min
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Ep. 118- Small Forward Musical Chairs. Who's In...
<p>With special guest Jim Coughenour of Brightside Of The Sun&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>- Luke Walton vs Igor Kokoskov&nbsp;</p> <p>- Why Igor isn’t playing DeAnthony Melton</p> <p>- Defensive impact of Kelly Oubre and Mikal Bridges</p> <p>- Can the Suns keep Oubre and Bridges</p> <p>- Does Oubre hinder Mikal Bridges development?</p> <p>- If the Suns keep both Oubre &amp; Bridges, what happens to Josh Jackson and TJ Warren?</p> <p>- Why we expect TJ Warren to return before the end of the season</p> <p>- Summing up the Suns wins vs the Bucks &amp; Warriors</p> <p>- How the Suns lost at the end of regulation to the Rockets</p> <p>- The Tank Race &amp; where the Suns are likely to wind up</p> <p><br></p> <p>Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: &nbsp;&nbsp;https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChQjPpYxMivM9zkYac_mR2A</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support</a>
66 min
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Ep 117- Phoenix Suns Finding Success
<p>- Devin Booker youngest player to score 500 3 pointers</p><p>- Is Suns recent success sustainable?&nbsp;</p><p>- DeAndre Ayton's improved defense</p><p>- How much will Kelly Oubre take to retain in RFA?&nbsp;</p><p>- Josh Jackson</p><p>- 5 and 3 man lineup net ratings</p><p>- Igor's improved coaching and substitutions&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Subscribe To Our Youtube Channel- &nbsp;<em>https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChQjPpYxMivM9zkYac_mR2A</em></p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/messageSupport this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support</a>
65 min
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Ep. 116- Phoenix Suns Front Office- Who's At Fa...
<p>&nbsp;On today's episode we talk-&nbsp;</p><p>What the hell is going on with the Suns front office?&nbsp;</p><p>James Jones is NOT the problem&nbsp;</p><p>Can the league do anything about Robert Sarver?&nbsp;</p><p>Eric Bledsoe resigning with the Bucks&nbsp;</p><p>Channing Frye retirement&nbsp;</p><p>Josh Jackson not showing up to autograph signing&nbsp;</p><p>Suns nearly firing Igor&nbsp;</p><p>And oh yea, the Suns won a game&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Video Version Of Episode- &nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p><em>https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChQjPpYxMivM9zkYac_mR2A</em></p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/messageSupport this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support</a>
68 min
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Ep. 115- Phoenix Suns Death By 1,000 Cuts
<p>&nbsp;Justin from Fanning The Flames Podcast joins the Suns Solar Panel for this episode &nbsp;</p><p>We talk: &nbsp;Brian Windhorst comments on Suns owenrship</p><p>&nbsp;Why the Suns will never pull out of this with Robert Sarver</p><p>&nbsp;Why Sarver must sell the team</p><p>&nbsp;Is Devin Booker a true 1A?</p><p>&nbsp;DeAndre Ayton becoming the alpha</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;and lots more Phoenix Suns talk!&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Check Out Our Podcast On Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChQjPpYxMivM9zkYac_mR2A</p>--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/messageSupport this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support</a>
61 min
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Ep 114- Staying Positive About The Phoenix Suns
<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;- Mikal Bridges defense &amp; his high ceiling as a player</p> <p>- Devin Booker offensive play type statistical breakdown/Synergy</p> <p>- How to fix All-Star weekend</p> <p>- What Suns player should be in the skills contest</p> <p>- World vs USA Game and how Ayton performed&nbsp;</p> <p>- How to improve the dunk contest</p> <p>- SMART Jersey’s and why Lakers fans will love it</p> <p>- Markieff Morris and his new home in the NBA</p> <p>- The great Suns Twitter Meltdown of 2019</p> <p><br></p> <p>Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChQjPpYxMivM9zkYac_mR2A</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support</a>
70 min
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Ep 113- Trade Deadline Over. What's Next
<p>&nbsp;- Was Tyler Johnson the best the Suns could do at the deadline</p> <p>&nbsp;- Grading who had the best trade deadline in the NBA</p> <p>&nbsp;- We go on for a bit about the Gorilla&nbsp;</p> <p>- Did Suns dodge a bullet in not acquiring LaVar Ball? ;)</p> <p>- Should Suns have gone after Markell Fultz or Jabari Parker</p> <p>- Josh Jackson turned a corner?&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> <p>And what's next with this Suns team through the rest of the season.&nbsp;</p> <p><br></p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support</a>
61 min
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Ep. 112- Suns Trade Deadline Preview
<p>- Who are the Suns most likely to trade</p> <p>- What are the most likely trade targets</p> <p>- Is there truth to the trade rumors we've heard already</p> <p>- Why the Suns haven't been players in any Star trades so far</p> <p>- Will James Jones lack of front office experience hurt the Suns during the tradeline</p> <p>- We debut a brand new segment, Solar Vortex&nbsp;</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support</a>
65 min
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Ep. 111- Phoenix Suns Sellers At Trade Deadline
<p>Who are the players most likely to go?&nbsp;</p> <p>Does the lack of relationships James Jones has with front offices hinder the Suns at the deadline?</p> <p>Dragan Bender's new NBA career</p> <p>And Duane Rankin of AZ Central stops by the discuss the Suns players only meeting</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support</a>
74 min
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Ep. 110- Free Throws, poor defense or biased refs?
<p>&nbsp;- New nicknames for Mikal Bridges</p> <p>&nbsp;- The NAZ Suns becoming the Rodeo Clowns - Is the NBA biased against the Suns &amp; therefore not giving them calls?&nbsp;</p> <p>- Is Devin Booker the next Carmelo Anthony?</p> <p>- Should the Suns insert Oubre into the starting lineup? And if so, who should he replace?</p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support</a>
61 min
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Ep. 109- The 2019 Free Agency PG Class
<p>The free agency point guard class of 2019 &amp; what restricted free agents the Suns might target&nbsp;</p> <p>We break down James Jones exclusive interview at Brightside Night</p> <p>Where James Jones thinks the Suns will find their PG</p> <p>Quincy Acy signing</p> <p><br></p> <p><br></p> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/the-solar-panel/support</a>
55 min