Can Phoenix Suns SHOCK OKC Thunder & Shai Gilegeous-Alexander In 1st Round Of NBA Playoffs?
The Phoenix Suns have earned the right to meet the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder in the opening round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs. It will be a tall task, but it’s one that no one expected the Suns to face given the expectations placed upon them before the season.
Ahead of the series, PHNX Suns’ Erik Ruby and Gil McGregor are joined by Brandon Rahbar, Thunder beat writer for the Daily Thunder. Rahbar talks about the Thunder’s title defense, the regular-season series between OKC and Phoenix and how the Suns present unique challenges in Round 1.
Follow the show: @PHNX_Suns, @ErikRuby and @GilMcGregor_. Follow Brandon @BrandonRahbar.
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Gotta believe.. Suns4life
I’ll be that guy – instead of “Suns in 4”, I’ll bring that Suns in 7 energy. 💪🏻
Anything can happen in a series this close. Not wishing injuries on anyone, but one small shift, one moment, and it flips everything. And if that door cracks open… these Suns can shock the world.
no
Suns in 6
He’s very biased. It’s possible for us to win more than 1 game.
No. The answer is no. They can’t even handle the Blazers 😂
Playoffs is a new whole season. One game at a time. Booker needs to dominate.
No
I don't think your guest read the Bible or knows the story of David and Goliath.
Whichever team survives injury best, will win.
And as long as we don't go all hero ball, there's absolutely chance for an upset.
Master Foul Baiter SGa and the refs
Suns won't win this series against them
Suns going to the slaughter house. 😂
You loser s OKC will not win you are a PHX sun's fan you say lose or win you are not a AZ sports fan
Suns have a chance to shock the world, and win ONE game in the series. They have no chance to win the series barring multiple key Thunder injuries
To beat the Thunder, Williams needs to get healthy and play more. If he is not, then give the minutes to Maluach or Flemings before Oso. The Suns need someone at the Five who will be an asset and not create situations where the other players are playing 4 against 5.
The "Experts" had them in last place this season, let alone in the playoffs! Whatever happens, It's been a hell of a year and can't wait until next season 🌞🌞🌞🐦🔥🐦🔥💥🔥💥💥🐦🔥💥🌞!!!
Media really doesn’t like Jalen not even giving him a credit still only talking about brooks and Booker 😅
SUNS in 7!!!🎉