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Suns Mode - Weekly Podcast On The Phoenix Suns

129 Episodes

46 minutes | Mar 30, 2023
S3E27 - Durant is Back and the Bench is Scorching
We are back to having great weeks on the Suns Mode podcast. The team is currently riding a three game winning streak that is part of one of the most encouraging stretches of the season for the Suns. This week's episode focuses on the two sources of encouragement: amazing bench play that was eventually supplemented by the returns of Deandre Ayton and Kevin Durant throughout the past week. The Phoenix Suns are currently the 4th seed in the Western Conference, with six games left to jockey for playoff positioning at full health.  The Bubble between the 4 and 12 seeds Surrounding topics for this week How the Suns transformed a discouraging loss versus the Kings into one of the most important learning lessons of the season. Phenomenal bench play in wins versus 76ers, Jazz, Timberwolves Deandre Ayton's return, his impact and what it means for the Center position for the Suns Kevin Durant's return, debut in front of the Phoenix crowd.  Encouraging signs from win against the Timberwolves Important non-suns games with playoff implications across the West. Suns play 3 games before the next episode of Suns Mode Friday vs Nuggets Sunday @ Thunder Tuesday vs Spurs Next week, aside from the routine content, I will be assessing who I believe the Suns should favor facing in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. Everybody knows that the playoffs is where stuff gets real, so I suggest you hitch a ride on the Suns Mode wagon and listen as soon as next Thursday.  We will be heading into the final week of the season, so playoff episodes will officially be right around the corner :)Remember to spread love and #ValleyExcellenceWE ARE BGLETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNSMIIIIIIIIIIGHTY MERCURY
39 minutes | Mar 23, 2023
S3E26 - Suns struggling to straighten without Ayton
The Suns Mode podcast is here yet again, as it always is on Thursday mornings. This week, Sunna continues to chronicle what has been a super unpredictable season for the Suns. It has been crazy on the injury front, and the Suns unfortunately lost another star last week.Topics for this week's episode Update on injuries In-depth recap for lone win versus the Magic Recaps for struggles versus Thunder and Lakers Monty Williams Devin Booker's high scoring An update on the Suns standings in the Western conference Brief previews for upcoming Suns games versus the Kings, 76ers, Jazz, and Timberwolves Ayton return Next week, Kevin Durant should be very close to returning to basketball. Much like a storm chaser, the Suns Mode podcast will largely focus on when KD will finally touch hardwood at the Footprint Center. Regardless, tune in for a guaranteed update for your Phoenix Suns as we inch closer and closer to playoffs. TEN GAMES LEFT BABYRemember to spread love and #ValleyExcellenceWE ARE BGLETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS MIIIIIIIIIIIIGHTY MERCURY
36 minutes | Mar 16, 2023
S3E25 - Suns struggle as picture clears on KD injury.
The Suns Mode podcast is a good place to keep up with your Phoenix Suns as the wildly unpredictable 2023 NBA season continues rolling along. With playoffs just about a month away, right now is the best time to get fully invested in the team. Last week, the season took yet another unpredictable turn when Kevin Durant got injured during a pregame warmup exercise. Not much was known then, but the picture is fully clear about KD's evaluation period and severity of the injury.This episode recaps three crushing losses over the past week versus the Sacramento Kings, Golden State Warriors and Milwaukee Bucks.  What stands out Deandre Ayton Where the Suns are in current playoff standings after losing. The Suns have three games this coming week, versus the Orlando Magic (Thursday), Oklahoma City Thunder (Sunday) and Los Angeles Lakers (Tuesday). Remember to tune in as soon as Thursday 3/23 for the newest episode of the Suns Mode podcast. Remember to spread love and #ValleyExcellenceWE ARE BGLETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS@ValleySunna
43 minutes | Mar 9, 2023
S3E24 - KD or not, Devin Booker is in his bag
Western Conference Player of the Week Devin Booker is leading a red hot Suns through a four game win streak, and look to continue with three big games this week. Update on playoff position and how many games are left in the regular season. Listen to this episode for recaps of Suns recent wins versus the Chicago Bulls, Dallas Mavericks and Oklahoma City Thunder.  Kevin Durant big games and big slip up Upcoming games versus Sacramento Kings, Golden State Warriors and Milwaukee Bucks One big topic this week, how have Suns' new acquisitions (aside from the obvious KD) been doing? T.J. Warren, Darius Bazley, Terrence Ross Remember to spread love and Valley ExcellenceWE ARE BGLETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNSMIIIIIIIIIGHTY MERCURY@ValleySunna
39 minutes | Mar 2, 2023
S3E23 - Kevin Durant finally makes Suns debut
The time has come, the great KD has played his first minutes as a member of the Phoenix Suns. Enjoy a podcast episode largely focused on the vibes surrounding Kevin Durant's debut game versus the Charlotte Hornets.  Also, listen for the Suns current position in the Western Conference as they compete to make the postseason.The Suns play three games in the next week Friday 3/3 @ Bulls Sunday 3/5 @ Mavericks Wednesday 3/8 vs Thunder Who will make the Suns rotation? The Suns Mode podcast serves as a weekly update for everything Phoenix professional basketball. Every single Thursday, you can catch a new episode wherever you enjoy your podcasts.Remember to spread love and #ValleyExcellenceWE ARE BGLETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNSMIIIIIIIIIIIIIIGHTY MERCURY@ValleySunna
33 minutes | Feb 23, 2023
S3E22 - When will we get to see KD?
The "second half" of the NBA season is getting set to begin. Thankfully, the Suns have been riding the wave of a good past few weeks on the basketball court, leaving them in a good playoff position with 22 games left. Overview of Western Conference Standings and where the Suns should strive for. Who would the Suns play in the playoffs? This week, we follow up on the lone game the Suns played since the previous episode of Suns Mode. It was a loss to the Clippers, but not demoralizing.  Terrence Ross' first game as a Sun Josh MF Okogie The Suns play three games before the next episode of Suns Mode.   When will KD play his first game? Hopefully this week Giannis Antetokounmpo making a late MVP push Friday vs Thunder, Sunday @ Bucks, Wednesday @ Hornets In this week's segment on the Mercury, we provide the best update we have yet.  Diana Taura$i and Brittney Griner return on new contracts. The (Welcome) home opener on 5/21/2023 The Suns Mode Podcast publishes a new episode at midnight, Arizona time every single Thursday and provides an adequate weekly update on the Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury.Remember to spread love and #ValleyExcellenceWE ARE BGLETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNSMIIIIIIIIIIIGHTY MERCURY@ValleySunna
46 minutes | Feb 16, 2023
S3E21 - Suns are DOMINAYTON, awaiting KD
The next chapter for the Suns is being written, and I am absolutely in love with the script. This week, the main highlight is 5 new players coming to play basketball in the Valley, including Kevin Durant.  TJ Warren, Darius Bazley, Terrence Ross and Moriah Jefferson's perceived contribution Who will be the fifth starter for the Suns? Twins on the Nets I also discuss recaps for games from this past week, hence DOMINAYTON in the title. Deandre Ayton playing phenomenal basketball Suns have one game left before the All-Star break, Thursday night vs the ClippersIn this week's update on the Phoenix Mercury, we are looking at a team that is very close to complete Keeping Shey Peddy Trading Diamond DeShields Next week on Suns Mode, we will be hyping up the new Suns lineup featuring Kevin Durant. He will be playing in his first games with the squad.Remember to spread love and #ValleyExcellenceWE ARE BGLETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNSMIIIIIIIIIIGHTY MERCURY
43 minutes | Feb 9, 2023
S3E20: Suns trade for Kevin Durant, begin new chapter
The Suns Mode Podcast is a weekly update podcast on the Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury that you can enjoy every Thursday at Midnight AZ time. This week is one of the most exciting in Suns history, as they make the biggest trade in team history less than 48 hours after welcoming a new team owner. Topics for this week's show Kevin Durant full trade details. Saying proper thanks to those departing Introducing Mat Ishbia and my thoughts on his introductory press conference Suns are red-hot winning 9 of their last 11 games.  Devin Booker return from injury Deandre Ayton in his flow Suns upcoming matchups vs Hawks, Pacers, Kings Phoenix Mercury, Diana Taurasi updates Remember to spread love and #ValleyExcellenceWE ARE BGLETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNSMIIIIIIIIIIGHTY MERCURY@ValleySunna
45 minutes | Feb 2, 2023
S3E19 - Awaiting the Return of Book
After six weeks of grueling recovery, Devin Booker is set to finally return from his groin injury. The Suns have missed him throughout the past couple of months, seeing them slip all the way down to the 7th seed in the Western Conference, but are riding a solid stretch of games that have seen them back on the winning side of things. The NBA trade deadline is February 9 A few players the Suns may be interested in Deandre Ayton In the last week, the Suns went 2-2, dropping the rivalry game versus the Mavericks and getting blown out by the Hawks, while adding wins versus the Spurs and Raptors Recaps James Jones and Raptors GM discuss trades before game Suns play 3 games this next weekFriday @ CelticsSaturday @ PistonsTuesday February 7th Devin Booker WILL reportedly return from injury to play in Brooklyn vs the Nets. This will be the Suns last game before the trade deadline. WNBA Free Agency has gotten to a very wild start Candace Parker, Breanna Stewart Phoenix Mercury news and Sophie Cunningham Next week, I imagine the Suns will have a good idea who they are trading for, and we will have something to talk about on the player acquisition front for either the Suns or Mercury, but here is to the best of Luck :)The Suns Mode podcast is a show that follows your Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury, and new episodes are published every Thursday at Midnight AZ time. Remember to spread love and #ValleyExcellenceWE ARE BGLETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNSMIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIGHTY MERCURY
37 minutes | Jan 26, 2023
S3E18 - Cam Johnson and CP3 to the Rescue!
Things are starting to looking so much better for the Phoenix Suns compared to a couple weeks ago. As things stand right now, the Suns are riding a four game win streak as they rise back above .500 at a record of 25-24. With a very big game coming up, the addition of key bodies like Cam Johnson has really helped turn things around quickly for the Suns. Recap vs Nets for Cam Johnson's return from injury, DA's big game, Suns new owner steps foot in the building Back-to-back wins versus the Pacers and Grizzlies this past weekend and some of the overarching themes.  Recaps for CP3 return games versus the Grizzlies and Hornets The All-Star race is still alive! Make sure to vote Deandre Ayton and Devin Booker into the game as often as you can, using the NBA mobile app or vote.nba.comSuns have four more games this week, highlighted by a rivalry matchup on Thursday night in Phoenix versus the Dallas Mavericks Also Saturday @ Spurs, Monday vs Raptors, Wednesday vs Hawks and previews WNBA Free Agency officially opens up for the league on February 1, 2023 Phoenix Mercury news regarding Sophie Cunningham, Shey Peddy, Meg Gustafson, Sam Thomas Big trade and headlining topics for WNBA Free Agency The Suns Mode podcast will be back next Thursday at midnight, AZ time, as is customary. Remember to spread love and #ValleyExcellenceWE ARE BGLETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNSMIIIIIIIIIIIGHTY MERCURY@ValleySunna
37 minutes | Jan 19, 2023
S3E17 - Bring on the Return of Cam Johnson
You see it here: Cam Johnson has been announced as available for the Phoenix Suns starting on Thursday when they host the Brooklyn Nets at Footprint Center. This is one of many reasons you should start to be more positive about the Phoenix Suns. I discuss many things in this week's episode of Suns Mode, beginning with some interesting rumors from the past week. Who are the Suns interested in for free agency Teams interested in Deandre Ayton Suns are 21-24, and have four games coming up this week. Why you should remain positive Preview for games vs Nets, Pacers, Grizzlies, Hornets Jalen Smith returns My favorite update of the week is about one of Phoenix's brightest superstars and is in the latter half of the episode. The WNBA Offseason is heating up, so I wanted to provide a little update on the crazy things that have already happened.  January 21st and why it is important Jonquel Jones huge trade to the Liberty Connecticut continues trading away players, sending Jasmine Thomas to Sparks.  Allisha Gray's big trade Big free agency headlines Suns Mode is a podcast released every single Thursday at Midnight (Arizona time) that provides a weekly update for your Phoenix Suns and Phoenix MercuryRemember to spread love and #ValleyExcellenceWE ARE BGLETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNSMIIIIIIIIIIIIIGHTY MERCURY@ValleySunna
42 minutes | Jan 12, 2023
S3E16 - Suns continue to fight with injuries / WNBA Free Agency
The Phoenix Suns are now 21-22, but things are certainly looking more positive than in the last few weeks. Suns drop weekend matchups versus the Miami Heat and Cleveland Cavaliers, despite being close in both games New injury news The Suns did grab an inspiring win versus the Golden State Warriors Three big reasons the Suns snatched a W Suns could not execute win versus the Denver Nuggets to finish a back-to-back slate.  Why the Nuggets are scary The Suns' schedule slows down a little bit, with them playing in only two games before the next time we speak on Suns Mode. @ The Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday @ The red-hot Memphis Grizzlies on Monday This episode also features a preview for the Phoenix Mercury and their free agency situation. The WNBA is super exciting, and this offseason will be just that. For the final several minutes of the episode, you'll get: ALL Free Agents for the Mercury, how they did last season and my offseason expectations for them Salary Cap situation for the Mercury, my opinion versus others Other big free agent storylines across the league Skylar Diggins-Smith That will be it for the week, enjoy your seven days and make sure to come back for Suns Mode next Thursday as we run it back with the Phoenix Suns' rollercoaster season and hopefully have more WNBA news.Remember to spread love and #ValleyExcellenceWE ARE BGLETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNSMIIIIIIIIIIIGHTY MERCURY@ValleySunna
36 minutes | Jan 5, 2023
S3E15 - Suns flirt dangerously with missing Playoffs
The Phoenix Suns continue their monumental downfall. They are now 20-19, ninth place in the Western Conference with a ton of season to go.  When do the Suns start thinking draft? The NBA Trade Deadline is Thursday February 9th Why have the Suns not made any moves? Suns continue rough stretch after losing all three games the past week Circus game vs Raptors Worst performance this season? Inspiring, yet super frustrating loss versus Cavaliers The Suns have 4 games before the next episode of Suns Mode next Thursday. Enjoy some previews vs Heat on Friday vs Cavaliers on Sunday @ Warriors on Tuesday @ Nuggets on Wednesday Remember to spread love and #ValleyExcellenceVote for Devin Booker and Deandre Ayton to make the NBA All-Star game using the NBA app or vote.nba.comWE ARE BGLETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNSMIIIIIIIIGHTY MERCURY@ValleySunna
48 minutes | Dec 29, 2022
S3E14 - Suns lose Booker, remain hopeful for 2023
In the last week, the Suns have continued to slip. A simple glance at the Western Conference standings would show you the Suns have slipped from the top spot in the conference to their current position of fifth place.  My one concern about being 20-16 The biggest news for the Suns is that Devin Booker injured his left groin and will be out for at least the next four weeks. The Suns will have to pull it together and win games without him for a considerable period of time. Remember to vote every day for Devin Booker, Deandre Ayton and all of your favorite NBA players to make the 2023 NBA All-Star Game.  vote.nba.com or use the NBA app to vote daily This episode features recaps of two games versus the Grizzlies, Christmas night's game versus the Nuggets, as well as the most recent Suns loss to the Wizards. Big games from lesser known names Coaching Rebounding Suns will play their next three games on the road to end what will be a five-game road trip.  Friday @ Raptors Monday afternoon @ Knicks Wednesday evening @ Celtics Remember to spread love and #ValleyExcellence. Have a happy new year and continue coming to the Suns Mode Podcast every Thursday!WE ARE BGLETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNSMIIIIIIIIGHTY MERCURY@ValleySunna
43 minutes | Dec 22, 2022
S3E13 - Sarver out as the Suns strive to rise again
This week on Suns Mode looks much better than the last. The Suns are finally winning games on the schedule again. The team has also made a big decision. Robert Sarver will no longer be the controlling owner of the Suns as the team has found someone to purchase the stake. Hear a brief bit about Mat Ishbia during the episode.The Suns had a horrible injury report last week. It slightly improves this time around.  Cams Josh Okogie Devin Booker injury mismanagement Devin Booker added another huge performance to his Hall-of-Fame resume, scoring 58 points as the Suns finally get revenge against the New Orleans Pelicans. Was it necessary? Zion, and the other stories generated by this game Suns played a weird back-to-back Monday and Tuesday Undermanned Lakers Wizards on a losing streak Suns have a huge weekend coming up Friday 12/23 vs Grizzlies Late Christmas Night Sunday 12/25 @ Nuggets Tuesday 12/27 @ Grizzlies Wednesday 12/28 finishing a back-to-back against the Wizards There is a lot to be happy about, despite the Suns not being the perfect team we want them to be. BG IS FREE Suns have a new owner It is the holiday season Remember to spread love and #ValleyExcellence, and have an amazing holiday!!WE ARE BGLETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNSMIIIIIIIIIGHTY MERCURY@ValleySunna
42 minutes | Dec 15, 2022
S3E12 - BG Free / Suns losing spree
The Suns are 16-12 and currently on a 5 game losing streak, each loss being a punch to the gut of Monty Williams and his team. This episode of Suns Mode provides an opinion on the team's recent losses, and follows up on reactions from the episode last week.The Suns play four more games before the next episode of Suns Mode next Thursday. We'll see how it goes.Thursday @ ClippersSaturday vs PelicansMonday vs LakersTuesday vs WizardsLast week, the world found out that Brittney Griner is back in United States' custody. She has been freed from her wrongful detention in Russia and life is starting to look a lot better. This is bigger than anything and everything Suns Next week, we will continue on this journey with the Phoenix Suns; win or lose.  All-Star season will be here before you know it, and we all know ball never stops.While Brittney Griner may be free, remember we are always BG.Remember to spread love and #ValleyExcellenceWE ARE BGLETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS
37 minutes | Dec 8, 2022
S3E11 - The Real Problem with the Phoenix Suns
I apologize for being negative this week, but there are real issues facing the Phoenix Suns right now. I hope that everything will be better next week. Suns Mode WILL be hereSuns have suffered two straight blowout losses, exposing the same fundamental issues present in both previous playoff exits.Suns play three games in the next week Friday, Sunday vs Pelicans Tuesday vs Rockets Remember to spread love and #ValleyExcellenceFREE BRITTNEY GRINERWE ARE BGLETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS@ValleySunna
49 minutes | Dec 1, 2022
S3E10 - Booker and Ayton: Duo of the Century
Deandre Ayton is coming off the best stretch of games in his career, and his first EVER Player of the Week award. Devin Booker is currently playing some of the best basketball he has ever played and WILL win yet another Player of the Week award. The Suns are 15-6, coming off of 4 wins in the last week and a 6 game win streak overall. Best of Book and Ayton The Suns play 4 more games before next Thursday, as they strive to remain the best team in the Western Conference. Booker will look to continue his Player of the Week campaign Friday vs the Rockets, Sunday @ the Spurs, Monday @ the Mavericks and Wednesday vs the Celtics. CALL FOR IMPROVEMENT This is MUST WATCH BASKETBALL And that will do for the week Enjoy the Booker and Ayton hype hour, and come back lit and ready for more Suns Mode content next Thursday.Remember to spread love and #ValleyExcellenceFREE BRITTNEY GRINERWE ARE BGLETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNSMIIIIIIIIIIGHTY MERCURY@ValleySunna
42 minutes | Nov 24, 2022
S3E9 - Suns kill off Lakers, strive for Best In The West
The Suns are 11-6, approaching the 25% completion point of the season. This week, we take a look at various Suns statistics on both sides of the ball, isolating areas of the game where the Phoenix Suns shine or need improvement. The Suns are killing it in turquoise, winning consecutive games versus the Knicks and Lakers, and dropping a very close game against the Utah Jazz. Suns overcome Anthony Davis' monster game Patrick Beverley, enemy of the people Before next Thursday, the Suns will play another four games as they strive to maintain the best seed in the Western Conference. Friday vs PistonsSaturday vs JazzMonday @ KingsWednesday vs BullsSuns Mode's next episode releases Thursday, December 1st at midnight, Arizona time. Remember to spread love and #ValleyExcellenceFREE BRITTNEY GRINERWE ARE BGLETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNSMIIIIIIIIGHTY MERCURY@ValleySunna
37 minutes | Nov 17, 2022
S3E8 -Turquoise time, winning time?
The Suns have introduced turquoise as a new team color and will be streaking the court in bright new uniforms for a total of seventeen games this season. I had the pleasure of attending the very first Suns game in Turquoise and I am super happy to be able to tell the story of this crazy game on Suns Mode.  Bouncing back from tough losses Duane Washington Jr. EVERYTHING from Warriors-Suns Before the next time we gather on Suns Mode, the Suns will play three more games in these dope ass turquoise uniforms.  Friday @ Jazz Sunday vs Knicks. Tuesday vs Lakers Remember to spread love and #ValleyExcellence, and come back for Suns Mode every thursday morning!FREE BRITTNEY GRINERWE ARE BGLETS GO SUNS LET GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS LETS GO SUNS MIIIIIIIIIIGHTY MERCURY@ValleySunna
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