Beyond Devin Booker's superstardom, the development of Collin Gillespie, Jalen Green, and Khaman Maluach holds the key to transforming Phoenix from play-in contenders into Western Conference juggernauts.

Gillespie discussed perseverance, Maluach explained leadership, and Brooks somehow connected Daoism with dropkicks.

As Las Vegas and Seattle loom on the horizon, Phoenix faces agonizing roster choices to shield foundational stars and rising prospects from becoming cornerstone pieces for new rivals.

Collin Gillespie’s high-volume accuracy and Dillon Brooks’ aggressive range lead a new-look offensive rotation as Phoenix’s perimeter attack evolves under coach Jordan Ott’s high-pressure system.

The Collin Gillespie and Oso Ighodaro tandem proved to be both the best and most reliable for the 2025-26 Phoenix Suns. Collin Gillespie and Oso Ighodaro’s Suns impact Pace and...

PHOENIX – When the Players’ Choice podcast criticized Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker, arguing that while he can score, he does not make teammates better and does not impact games enough through defense or playmaking, people took notice, including Suns PG Collin Gillespie. Feb 22, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix guard Gillespie (12) against the Portland Trail Blazers at Mortgage Matchup Center.

The Phoenix Suns have some great value deals on their payroll following a terrific offseason.