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Last chance: Suns face Golden State Warriors for 8th playoff seed

Last chance: Suns face Golden State Warriors for 8th playoff seed

  • Duane Rankin Arizona Republic

Suns blow fourth-quarter lead in play-in loss, now face Warriors for final playoff spot. Stephen Curry’s surge powers Golden State as Phoenix fights to keep postseason hopes alive Friday.

6 big questions heading into the 2026 NBA playoffs

6 big questions heading into the 2026 NBA playoffs

  • Lorenzo Reyes USA TODAY

Here are the six biggest questions headed into the 2026 NBA postseason.

Breaking down the Suns-Blazers NBA play-in matchup

Breaking down the Suns-Blazers NBA play-in matchup

  • Duane Rankin Arizona Republic

Phoenix Suns host Portland Trail Blazers in NBA play-in tournament Tuesday, battling for No. 7 seed after injury-filled season; key matchup, stats, and playoff implications previewed.

Previewing NBA Playoffs: Play-In Tournament Insights

Previewing NBA Playoffs: Play-In Tournament Insights

  • SportsGrid

Explore NBA play-in insights: Heat vs. Hornets and 76ers vs. Magic. Donnie Rightside and Joe Raineri dive into key expectations and matchup details, and picks.

Vegas and Seattle a step closer to getting NBA teams. League's owners approve expansion exploration

Vegas and Seattle a step closer to getting NBA teams. League's owners approve expansion exploration

  • TIM REYNOLDS AP Basketball Writer

The NBA has finally decided to consider expanding past its current 30-team footprint.

Vegas and Seattle a step closer to getting NBA teams. League's owners approve expansion exploration

Vegas and Seattle a step closer to getting NBA teams. League's owners approve expansion exploration

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Vegas and Seattle a step closer to getting NBA teams. League's owners approve expansion exploration

No space for ego for Arizona basketball coach Tommy Lloyd | Greg Hansen

No space for ego for Arizona basketball coach Tommy Lloyd | Greg Hansen

  • Greg Hansen

Greg Hansen's notebook: "If you love what you do, if you're tough enough, you can live with the heartaches of being a basketball coach," Arizona coach Tommy Lloyd said recently.

How the Arizona State Card Show grew from small hobby to Chase Field showcase

How the Arizona State Card Show grew from small hobby to Chase Field showcase

    What began as a modest gathering for hobbyists has evolved into a stadium-size marketplace at Arizona's Chase Field that draws vendors and collectors from across the country.

    Is LeBron James running out of records to chase? His list of accomplishments keeps growing

    Is LeBron James running out of records to chase? His list of accomplishments keeps growing

      James could take outright possession of his next record Saturday night, when he's scheduled to play in his 1,612nd career regular-season game — breaking a tie with Robert Parish.

      LA' James Ties Parish’s All-Time Games Played Record...

      LA' James Ties Parish’s All-Time Games Played Record...

        Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has tied Hall of Famer Robert Parish’s record for the all-time record for games played in the NBA. James played in his 1,611th game in the league as his team defeated the Miami Heat 134-126 at the Kaseya Center. After the game, James noted that reaching t…

        Bam! Heat's Adebayo scores 83, 2nd only to Wilt Chamberlain in NBA history

        Bam! Heat's Adebayo scores 83, 2nd only to Wilt Chamberlain in NBA history

          Bam Adebayo scored 83 points, the second-best scoring effort in NBA history, to carry the Miami Heat to a 150-129 win over the Washington Wizards on Tuesday night.

          Dillon Brooks' arrest highlights lesser-known marijuana DUI law

          Dillon Brooks' arrest highlights lesser-known marijuana DUI law

            PHOENIX — Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks was arrested early March 6 on suspicion of driving under the influence after Scottsdale police officers said they smelled marijuana coming from his Rolls‑Royce, according to a police report obtained by The Arizona Republic.

            Devin Booker, Phoenix Suns get defensive, run past Charlotte Hornets

            Devin Booker, Phoenix Suns get defensive, run past Charlotte Hornets

              Devin Booker scored a game-high 30 points while Collin Gillespie and Jalen Green each went for 24 points during the Suns' match against Charlotte.

              Suns teammate says Dillon Brooks apologized to team after DUI arrest

              Suns teammate says Dillon Brooks apologized to team after DUI arrest

                Phoenix Suns guard Collin Gillespie said Dillon Brooks apologized to the team after being arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence Friday, March 6.

                Championship high school football coach Pat Nugent shifts gears  | Greg Hansen

                Championship high school football coach Pat Nugent shifts gears | Greg Hansen

                Greg Hansen's Notebook: Mica Mountain's 2025 state championship football coach Pat Nugent will change directions in his long coaching career to become the athletic director at Tanque Verde High School.

                Suns schedule break helping Booker's return from injury

                Suns schedule break helping Booker's return from injury

                The Suns are 27-17 with Devin Booker this season. His status for Tuesday's game was uncertain as of Sunday.

                Stitching greatness: Arizona seamstress tailors jerseys for pro athletes

                Stitching greatness: Arizona seamstress tailors jerseys for pro athletes

                Meet the Arizona woman who has built a reputation as the go-to seamstress for some of the biggest names in professional sports.

                Jalen Green back, but Devin Booker injured. Takeaways from Phoenix Suns loss

                Jalen Green back, but Devin Booker injured. Takeaways from Phoenix Suns loss

                Phoenix came out of the All-Star break healthy, but couldn’t get through morning shootaround without Grayson Allen suffering a right ankle sprain and Devin Booker dealing with right hip soreness.

                How former Arizona Wildcats are performing in the NBA this season

                How former Arizona Wildcats are performing in the NBA this season

                A look at how former Arizona Wildcats are playing in the NBA this season. 

                What the surprising Phoenix Suns must do to land in the playoffs

                What the surprising Phoenix Suns must do to land in the playoffs

                LOS ANGELES — The realist in Phoenix Suns head coach Jordan Ott didn’t allow him to fully enjoy winning his first NBA Coach of the Month award for January.

                Ex-Wildcat Keshad Johnson beats Carter Bryant to win NBA Slam Dunk Contest

                Ex-Wildcat Keshad Johnson beats Carter Bryant to win NBA Slam Dunk Contest

                Former Arizona forward Keshad Johnson beat fellow ex-Wildcat Carter Bryant to win the NBA Slam Dunk Contest. 

                How the Trail Blazers should proceed with ex-Cat Caleb Love is a no-brainer | Greg Hansen

                How the Trail Blazers should proceed with ex-Cat Caleb Love is a no-brainer | Greg Hansen

                Greg Hansen's Notebook: After failing to get drafted, former Arizona Wildcat Caleb Love is averaging 11.3 points per game for the Portland Trail Blazers through 40 games.

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                Arizona Regents approve 5-year deal for UA men's basketball coach Tommy Lloyd

                Arizona Regents approve 5-year deal for UA men's basketball coach Tommy Lloyd

                As Arizona basketball chases big men for 2025-26, transfer portal gets even pricier

                As Arizona basketball chases big men for 2025-26, transfer portal gets even pricier

                Big 12 men's basketball outlook for '27: Arizona, Houston, Iowa St. early frontrunners

                Big 12 men's basketball outlook for '27: Arizona, Houston, Iowa St. early frontrunners

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                Arizona reserve forward Sidi Gueye reportedly hitting transfer portal

                Arizona reserve forward Sidi Gueye reportedly hitting transfer portal

                The springy, energetic potential of Arizona freshman forward Sidi Gueye is headed for further development elsewhere.

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                How to Buy WLFI Token: Full Beginner Guide

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                Solana Wallet for Beginners (2025): Setup, Safety, Staking & Swaps

                Solana Wallet for Beginners (2025): Setup, Safety, Staking & Swaps

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                The NBA trade deadline is less than a week away. And all eyes are on Giannis and the Bucks

                The NBA trade deadline is less than a week away. And all eyes are on Giannis and the Bucks

                Speculation about his future with the Milwaukee Bucks is rampant. Last week, Antetokounmpo criticized the team's performance, fueling rumors. 

                Giannis trade options for Bucks

                Giannis trade options for Bucks

                What should the Bucks be looking for in a Giannis Antetokounmpo trade.

                Suns' Dillon Brooks very close to suspension for techs, flagrant fouls

                Suns' Dillon Brooks very close to suspension for techs, flagrant fouls

                Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks is now one technical foul from a one-game suspension after having two technical fouls rescinded this season.

                Takeaways as Kevin Durant stuns Phoenix Suns with winning shot

                Takeaways as Kevin Durant stuns Phoenix Suns with winning shot

                Kevin Durant scored 26 points, hit the game-winning 3 with 1.1 seconds left and addressed being blamed for how the Phoenix Suns fared in his time with the team.

                Suns start week with challenging back-to-back vs. champs, West nemesis

                Suns start week with challenging back-to-back vs. champs, West nemesis

                The Phoenix Suns face a challenging back-to-back beginning at 6 p.m. Sunday against defending NBA champion Oklahoma City at Mortgage Matchup Center and concluding 6 p.m. Monday at the Houston Rockets.

                Cleveland Cavaliers dominate inside, snap Phoenix Suns' win streak

                Cleveland Cavaliers dominate inside, snap Phoenix Suns' win streak

                The Phoenix Suns succumbed to a massive Cleveland Cavaliers scoring surge to lose, 129-113, on Dec. 31 at Rocket Arena.

                Greg Hansen's Top 100 Tucson sports figures of 2025 | Nos. 19-1

                Greg Hansen's Top 100 Tucson sports figures of 2025 | Nos. 19-1

                As the calendar winds down on 2025, longtime Star columnist Greg Hansen has ranked the Top 100 sports figures in Southern Arizona. Join us as we count them down on Tucson.com.

                How a legendary figure from Steve Kerr’s Chicago days still influences the ex-Wildcat

                How a legendary figure from Steve Kerr’s Chicago days still influences the ex-Wildcat

                Former Arizona Wildcat Steve Kerr still endorses elements of mentor and legendary coach Tex Winter’s tactics, and Kerr’s interpersonal approach is reminiscent of Winter’s stern, yet thoughtful philosophy.

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