Rise of the Suns: Logical steps towards redemption
The Phoenix Suns are as down as it gets, yet they are still not as far off from redemption as one may think.
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The Phoenix Suns are as down as it gets, yet they are still not as far off from redemption as one may think.
The Phoenix Suns getting swept in the first round of the playoffs could be a warning sign to other NBA teams about the viability of hastily assembled Big Threes.
Anthony Edwards has taken his decision making to another level in this year’s playoffs, and it’s why the Timberwolves have their first ever 3-0 series lead in franchise history and are one victory away from advancing to the second round for the second time ever.
Led by 40 points from Anthony Edwards and 28 points from Karl-Anthony Towns the Timberwolves finalized their sweep of the Suns, who got a combined 82 points from Kevin Durant and Bradley Booker.
Trading for a trio of true superstars is not supposed to result in a limp 4-0 first-round playoff exit. But here we are. After Sunday night's loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, the 2023-24 NBA season for the Phoenix Suns – who were supposed to be a "super team" – has come to an ugly end.