Duane Rankin

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Phoenix Suns Beat Reporter at The Arizona Republic

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ESPN analyst: Phoenix Suns must 'figure out' plan for Bradley Beal

4 days ago | azcentral.com | Duane Rankin

Bradley Beal's large contract and no-trade clause present a challenge for the Phoenix Suns after they traded Kevin Durant. The Suns have four draft picks in the upcoming draft to address their need for frontcourt depth. Bradley Beal remains the elephant in the room for the Phoenix Suns. He has a no-trade clause heading into the fourth year of a five-year, $251-million contract after playing just 53 games in each of his two seasons with the Suns.
Here's what Dillon Brooks brings to Phoenix Suns

4 days ago | azcentral.com | Duane Rankin

Brooks, a 29-year-old forward, averaged 14 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 1.7 assists last season. The Phoenix Suns traded Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets for Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the 10th overall pick in the upcoming June 25-26 NBA Draft and five second-round picks, the Arizona Republic confirmed Sunday, June 22, through league sources. Here'a a closer look at Brooks and what he brings to the Phoenix Suns:Age: 29. Dimensions: 6-6, 225 pounds.
Here's what Jalen Green brings to the Phoenix Suns

4 days ago | azcentral.com | Duane Rankin

Green, a 23-year-old guard, averaged 21 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 3.4 assists last season. The Phoenix Suns traded Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets for Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the 10th overall pick in the upcoming June 25-26 NBA Draft and five second-round picks, the Arizona Republic confirmed Sunday, June 22, through league sources. Here'a a closer look at Green and what he brings to the Phoenix Suns: Age: 23Dimensions: 6-4, 186 pounds.
First-round talent interested in results of Kevin Durant trade, Suns draft

4 days ago | azcentral.com | Duane Rankin

The Phoenix Suns traded Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets for Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the 10th overall pick, and five second-round picks. University of Tennessee shooting guard Chaz Lanier worked out for the Suns and is projected to be drafted late first round or early second round. The Phoenix Suns gave University of Tennessee senior sharpshooter Chaz Lanier even more reason to have an interest in them. He had already competed in a pre-draft workout Friday, June 20, with the Suns.
'They got what they wanted,' says Durant after Suns trade him to Rockets. What’s next?

4 days ago | azcentral.com | Duane Rankin

The Suns' starting lineup and roster composition are now in question with the influx of guards and wing players. The Suns have additional draft picks and may make further moves to address their needs, particularly at center. Kevin Durant shouldn’t be surprised when he’s greeted with boos from Phoenix Suns fans when he makes his return with the Houston Rockets. Kay Adams asked Durant at a Fanatics event Sunday, June 22, in New York about “a lot of heartbroken Suns fans” over the trade.
'Focus needs to get better': Newest Suns star Jalen Green talented, but inconsistent

5 days ago | azcentral.com | Duane Rankin

Jalen Green blitzed Golden State for 38 points on 13-of-25 shooting in leading Houston to a Game 2 win in the first round of the 2025 playoffs, showing why he’s an All-Star talent. Then he managed just 48 points in the next five games of the series that the Warriors took in seven over the Rockets. Green missed 30 of his 46 attempts over the course of those five games. ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith sees that as a concern for the newest member of the Phoenix Suns.
Kevin Durant's immediate reaction to the Phoenix Suns-Houston Rockets trade

5 days ago | azcentral.com | Duane Rankin

Kevin Durant couldn’t stop smiling at Fanatics Fest NYC. Leaning back in a comfy black loveseat, Durant took a moment to soak in the news of being traded by the Phoenix Suns to the Houston Rockets, one of his preferred trade destinations. “We’re going to see, we’re going to see what happens, man,” Durant said with a wide grin with fans buzzing over the news on June 22.
Kevin Durant's immediate reaction to the Phoenix Suns-Houston Rockets trade

5 days ago | sports.yahoo.com | Duane Rankin

Kevin Durant couldn’t stop smiling at Fanatics Fest NYC. Leaning back in a comfy black loveseat, Durant took a moment to soak in the news of being traded by the Phoenix Suns to the Houston Rockets, one of his preferred trade destinations. Advertisement“We’re going to see, we’re going to see what happens, man,” Durant said with a wide grin with fans buzzing over the news on June 22.
Kevin Durant era is over in Phoenix. Suns trade former OKC Thunder superstar to Rockets

5 days ago | oklahoman.com | Duane Rankin

• Durant played for three coaches in three seasons with the Suns. • The Suns are now expected to move forward with Devin Booker and Bradley Beal leading the team. The Kevin Durant era is over in the Valley. The Phoenix Suns have traded the superstar forward to the Houston Rockets, The Arizona Republic has confirmed. Durant has one year remaining on his four-year, $194-million contract.
Here's who the Phoenix Suns are receiving in the Kevin Durant trade

5 days ago | azcentral.com | Duane Rankin

Here's who the Phoenix Suns received, in addition to the No. 10 overall pick in this year's draft and five second-round picks according to ESPN, in return for trading superstar Kevin Durant on Sunday, June 22. Jalen Green Age: 23Dimensions: 6-4, 186 pounds. Seasons: Four (Second overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft out of G League Ignite). Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.