The Phoenix Suns Lose BACK TO BACK, Does It Mean Their Not As Good As We Once Thought They Were?

The Phoenix Suns Lose BACK TO BACK, Does It Mean Their Not As Good As We Once Thought They Were?

Phoenix Suns stumble in back-to-back clashes against Western Conference juggernauts. Is this squad still a true contender—or is their ceiling lower than fans hoped?

Benjamin Garcia and Hayden Cilley break down the Suns’ narrow loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder and the reality check served by Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets. The hosts dissect Devin Booker’s scoring struggles, Booker’s playmaking evolution, and whether injuries or coaching are to blame for the dip in efficiency. Key topics include Mark Williams’ MVP-level impact, Grayson Allen’s value as a perimeter threat, and concerns with Nick Richards’ screen setting. With looming matchups against the Los Angeles Lakers—and plenty of questions around Phoenix’s defensive stamina and late-game identity—the Suns face a critical stretch.

Can Devin Booker regain his scoring touch and keep the Suns in contention for a top playoff spot? Join Locked On Suns for sharp analysis and insider perspectives.

05:32 Home Court Advantage Dynamics

07:20 Suns Struggle Against Jokic’s Play

12:03 OKC vs. Denver: Offense & Defense

15:38 Injuries Disrupt Team’s Full Potential

17:19 Dominant Rebounder Drives Team Success

21:02 Devin Booker: Playmaking Spotlight

23:52 Let Booker Take Over

27:32 Booker’s Mid-Range Solutions

30:53 Mark Williams vs. Ayton Matchup

35:52 Suns vs Lakers Preview

36:36 Suns Talk: Game Recap

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