By wearing their "Los Suns" jerseys in their Cinco de Mayo NBA Western Conference semi-finals victory over the San Antonio Spurs, the Phoenix flew in the face of the old cliche "sports and politics don't mix." They rightfully protested a grossly unjust Arizona immigration law. By Paul M. Banks The Suns won both athletically and socially tonight. They were victorious … [Read more...] about Los Suns make Political Statement in Cinco de Mayo Win
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Sun is setting on Nash, Phoenix’s Title Chances
By Paul M. Banks PHOENIX, AZ- Watching Steve Nash operate the Phoenix Suns' offense these past few years has been transcendence. I'm not saying they're the best team to not win a title this decade, but they are likely the most entertaining team not to win it all. If there was a song about watching the Phoenix half-court set in motion it might be Outkast: "I like the way you … [Read more...] about Sun is setting on Nash, Phoenix’s Title Chances
Jazz-Suns will be the BEST Playoff Series Ever!
By Paul M. Banks PHOENIX, AZ- Utah's 116-108 victory over the Phoenix Suns Thursday night felt like a playoff precursor of exciting things to come. The high-scoring affair saw Utah race back from ten points down in the fourth quarter and it put the Jazz 1.5 games ahead of Phoenix in the Western Conference playoff race. If current standings hold, the Jazz would have home … [Read more...] about Jazz-Suns will be the BEST Playoff Series Ever!
NBA Power Rankings Western Conference 11-19
By Paul M. Banks 1. Phoenix Suns (10-2) They have won eight of their last 11 in Houston. They feel more comfortable at the Rockets’ home court than Mark Mangino at an all-you-can-eat pizza buffet. 2. Los Angeles Lakers (8-3) A recent tweet from NBAGuy summarizes my thoughts exactly: “Hey Reggie Miller, how'd your 20-1 Lakers prediction work out? You dope” 3. … [Read more...] about NBA Power Rankings Western Conference 11-19
The Sun Not Yet Setting in Phoenix
By David Kay When the Suns dealt Shaq to Cleveland for ultimately two expiring contracts and a future second-round pick, it seemed as if a re-building process was imminent in the Desert. There were even rumors that Amare Stoudemire was going to be traded to Golden State. But instead of tearing apart the nucleus that helped Phoenix rise to one of the best and most exciting … [Read more...] about The Sun Not Yet Setting in Phoenix
Shaq Diesel Joining The King in Cleveland
by: David Kay The Cavs just took their chips and pushed them all in. After a week of rumors, it finally became official late Wednesday evening as the Diesel will now join the King in Cleveland. The Suns dealt Shaquille O'Neal to the Cavs in exchange for Ben Wallace, Sasha Pavlovic and the 46th pick in the 2009 NBA Draft. Why this makes sense for Cleveland: Despite … [Read more...] about Shaq Diesel Joining The King in Cleveland
How Dominating Can Blake Griffin Become?
By Paul M. Banks and David Kay The word “domination” doesn't do justice to the level of damage Blake Griffin inflicted upon opposing teams this past season. The National Player of the Year averaged 22.7 points and 14.4 rebounds per game while shooting a ridiculous 65% from the field, most of those baskets coming on dunks, lay-ups, or putbacks since few defenders matched his … [Read more...] about How Dominating Can Blake Griffin Become?
More NBA Offseason Analysis
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