-
Follow Us
On Facebook
On Flipboard
On Twitter
Free Newsletters
On YouTubePhoenix Suns News / Hoops Wire / April 14
Report: James Jones facing uncertain future as Suns’ top basketball executive
The future of James Jones as the Phoenix Suns’ lead basketball executive remains uncertain as the team enters the offseason, per NBA insiders Sam Amick, Tony Jones and Fred Katz of The Athletic.
Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / April 11
Suns GM James Jones’ contract set to expire this offseason
There are only two games left in the 2024-2025 regular season before a monumental offseason for the Phoenix Suns. The franchise will do some massive Spring cleaning, expected to clean house of head coach Mike Budenholzer and one of the trio of All-Stars on the roster, most likely forward Kevin Durant.
The 'Leading scorer from every 65+ win team in NBA history' quiz
How many of the players to have the most points per game on an NBA team that won 65 or more regular season games can you name in five minutes?
Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / April 6
Keeping James Jones and Mike Budenholzer might be the least chaotic option 
The case for continuity in a franchise allergic to it. Welcome to the How to Fix the Suns series, where we break down the paths available to the Phoenix Suns as they navigate the 2025 offseason.
Phoenix Suns News / Arizona Sports / February 20
James Jones: Suns don’t feel need to smooth things over with Kevin Durant after trade deadline
Kevin Durant, not Bradley Beal, became the Phoenix Suns player who was the most talked about in the final hours before the NBA trade deadline two weeks ago.
Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / February 11
Is it time for the Suns to move Tyus Jones to the bench
The Tyus Jones experiment in Phoenix may have run its course. We’ll never know if moving Bradley Beal to the bench on January 6 was truly about improving the team or if it was a calculated move to make him uncomfortable, nudging him toward waiving his no-trade clause and giving the Phoenix Suns an escape hatch.
Phoenix Suns News / Arizona Sports / February 7
Suns mum on loud noise, reported frustration surrounding trade deadline
As has become the norm, the Phoenix Suns were mum on all of the fallout from Thursday’s trade deadline, reporting that included the team nearly trading Kevin Durant.
Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / February 7
Watch: Suns general manager James Jones addresses media after NBA trade deadline
PHOENIX — In their first game after the NBA trade deadline, the Phoenix Suns sit ninth in the Western Conference with a 25-25 record. Before their three-game
Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / January 17
Should the Suns explore trading point guard depth to upgrade roster?
Will the Suns trade Tyus Jones or Monte Morris before the deadline? The trade deadline is fast approaching, offering teams a chance to improve both in the short and long term.
Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / January 15
Bright Side Baller: Phoenix Suns exposed by Hawks as rebounding woes hit critical mass
The Suns. rebounding struggles are a problem James Jones can’t ignore. I hope. Rebounding. The Phoenix Suns need it like a fish needs water. For all the quirks and flaws Jusuf Nurkic brings to the table, size isn’t one of them.
Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / December 17
Tyus Jones is pricing himself out of Phoenix
The Bradley Beal contract hurts the Phoenix Suns because it limited their ability to re-sign Tyus Jones. James Jones will need to pull off some serious salary cap gymnastics this upcoming offseason.
Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / November 3
Suns' Top Free Agent Already Proving Worth
The fact that the Phoenix Suns are 5-1 as week two of the 2024-25 NBA season comes to a close just can't be overstated - especially with added context from last season.
Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / October 20
Recapping the State of the Suns and open practice
What did CEO Josh Bartelstein, GM James Jones, and Head Coach Mike Budenholzer have to say about the upcoming season? On Saturday, the Phoenix Suns held their annual State of the Suns event, immediately followed by an open practice, where fans could get one last glimpse of the team before the regular season begins.
Phoenix Suns News / Bright Side Of The Sun / October 9
From hesitation to precision: How the Suns are fixing last year’s flaws
We are seeing a foundational shift in Suns’ basketball. Last season, the Phoenix Suns desperately needed better ball security and playmaking, struggling in both critical moments and routine possessions.
Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / September 7
Suns Impressively Navigated This Offseason
The Phoenix Suns were again financially restricted in how they could improve their team over the course of the offseason, though general manager James Jones and the rest of his staff did a strong job of taking lemons and making lemonade.
Phoenix Suns News / Hoops Wire / June 27
Suns’ James Jones On Kevin Durant Rumors: It’s Just To Get Clicks
The Kevin Durant trade rumors died almost as quickly as they began. First, Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia shot them down on social media. Then, Suns head of basketball operations James Jones took it a step further.
Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / May 18
James Jones Discusses Decision to Part Ways with Frank Vogel
Since 2018, the Phoenix Suns have experienced quite the coaching turnover, having now employed six different head coaches. This trend continued when General Manager James Jones swiftly decided to part ways with Frank Vogel after the team was swept in the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.
Phoenix Suns News / Larry Brown Sports / May 18
Suns GM leaves no doubt about team's stance on potentially trading Big Three
The real important thing for the Suns is having the players available and healthy at the same time.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 3
Draymond Green calls out Suns GM for Kevin Durant comment
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green keeps receipts.
Phoenix Suns News / Yardbarker / May 2
Suns GM faces backlash for bizarre claims about Kevin Durant
Apparently the Thunder, Warriors and Nets — the three teams Kevin Durant played for before his stop in Phoenix — did not maximize his otherworldly talents.
Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / May 1
Should Suns Fire GM James Jones?
One of the most unfortunate symptoms of a disappointing season coming to an end is the fallout associated surrounding key personnel and decision-makers of the franchise.
Phoenix Suns News / Hoops Wire / April 29
Suns Expected To Retain James Jones
While changes could be coming to the disappointing Phoenix Suns, it does not appear that president of basketball operations James Jones will be impacted.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / April 28
Source on Suns Under Mat Ishbia: ‘It’s Like Looney Tunes Around Here’
Without a doubt, the Phoenix Suns have been among the most disappointing teams in the NBA. And that’s basically the polite version. Now, word has it they could fire coach Frank Vogel — after just one season.
NBA News / Yardbarker / January 26, 2024
Miles Bridges drawing trade interest from Western Conference contender
It appears Suns GM James Jones has a few more moves up his sleeve to shore up the roster.
Phoenix Suns News / Yardbarker / February 6, 2023
Chris Paul addresses being named in Phoenix's offered Kyrie Irving trade package
Suns point guard Chris Paul saw his name come up in trade talks for former Nets point guard Kyrie Irving this past weekend. Having had four trades under his belt (and one near trade) throughout his 18-year career, Paul handled the situation with class.
NBA News / Yardbarker / January 31, 2023
Video of James Jones and Masai Ujiri stirs Suns-Raptors trade rumors
Suns GM James Jones' walk with Raptors vice chairman and president of basketball operations Masai Ujiri added fuel to trade rumors already in the air.
Breaking News
Trending News
Customize Your Newsletter
+
Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Emailed daily. Always free!
Popular Quizzes
Today's Latest News
MY ACCOUNT SUBSCRIBE ADVERTISE JOBS FAQ
PRIVACY POLICY EDITORIAL POLICY CONTACT US
ABOUT YARDBARKER TERMS OF SERVICE
PRIVACY POLICY EDITORIAL POLICY CONTACT US
ABOUT YARDBARKER TERMS OF SERVICE
Copyright 2025 YB Media, LLC.
All rights reserved.
Use of this website (including any and all parts and
components) constitutes your acceptance of these
Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
This site is for entertainment purposes only.
There is no gambling offered on this site.
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler.
Use of this website (including any and all parts and
components) constitutes your acceptance of these
Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
This site is for entertainment purposes only.
There is no gambling offered on this site.
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler.