Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Phoenix Suns is highly unlikely. From salary cap issues to lack of assets and front-office strategy, there are too many reasons this deal just doesn’t add up. Plus, Espo talks about the potential of Brian Gregory being elevated to a key role in the Phoenix Suns front office and Locked On Suns Ben Garcia stops by to debate James Jones and more. 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more in-depth NBA analysis and breaking trade news! #PhoenixSuns #Giannis...
May 01, 2025•44 min•Ep. 194
The Arizona Cardinals dominated the NFL Draft thanks to savvy picks like Walter Nolen III and Will Johnson. Under the guidance of first-time general manager Monti Ossenfort, the Cardinals have strategically infused their roster with talent, signaling a shift from their previous struggles. With five picks in the top 90 and a focus on addressing key needs, the 2025 draft class is poised to accelerate the team's rebuild .
Apr 30, 2025•26 min•Ep. 193
The Phoenix Suns under Mat Ishbia have won a lot of press conferences with the trades for Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal and the hirings of Frank Vogel and Mike Budenholzer but haven't won on the court. Would hiring Bob Myers to run the front office be another splashy move that doesn't deliver? Plus, NBA Insider Marc Stein stops by to share the latest on Myers, Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns coaching search.
Apr 28, 2025•33 min•Ep. 192
Where will Cam Skattebo be selected in the NFL Draft? It doesn't matter. Wherever selected he'll be a winner because he has "it". Plus, Skattebo's high school coach Jack Garceau from stops by to share insight into his former running back. Oh, and Espo kills a rumor that surfaced on Twitter.
Apr 23, 2025•24 min•Ep. 191
Mat Ishbia said a lot during his press conference about the Phoenix Suns but what he didn't say directly spoke volumes. If you read between the lines no one, including the front office who spoke, is safe.
Apr 19, 2025•31 min•Ep. 190
Stephen A. Smith said that Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia is the worst ever in basketball. While that’s insane, is he actually the right owner for the Valley’s NBA team? This offseason will tell us everything we need to know. Plus, Brendon Kleen of Locked on Suns joins me to talk about the Suns offseason and what to do with Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal.
Apr 16, 2025•30 min•Ep. 189
Kyler Murray’s tenure as Arizona Cardinals starting quarterback has been marred by injury, distractions and moments of otherworldly excitement. After listening to him earlier this week, it’s clear he’s ready to move past it all and take his rightful spot as an NFL elite. SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKaPEqS_Mc6eGNNBQN1QgQw Website: http://gophnx.com/ PHNX Locker: PHNXLocker.com Social Twitter: @PHNX_Sports Instagram: @PHNX_Sports
Apr 11, 2025•27 min•Ep. 188
The Phoenix Suns have a problem they can't solve. His name is Bradley Beal and there is no solution to fix his situation. Is the best thing just paying him to go away? Plus, Todd Walsh stops by to talk about two goals Wayne Gretzky scored in Phoenix that didn't count in his record that Alex Ovechkin just broke.
Apr 09, 2025•27 min•Ep. 187
Are the Phoenix Suns going to be able to catch the Dallas Mavericks and Sacramento Kings for the NBA Play-In. Can they retool around Devin Booker and does the San Antonio Spurs make sense for Kevin Durant? NBA Insider Marc Stein stops by to talk about it. Plus, do the Suns need to look at the Arizona Diamondbacks for a blueprint of how to build the franchise moving forward?
Apr 05, 2025•30 min•Ep. 186
We're in an unhealthy relationship with the Phoenix Suns and everyone from Mat Ishbia, Devin Booker and Kevin Durant to the last guy on the bench are to blame. Plus, what is going on with the Torpedo bat and the Arizona Diamondbacks? The Mayor Derek Montilla stops by to talk about it.
Apr 02, 2025•28 min•Ep. 185
Bradley Beal's contract isn't the worst in Arizona sports history. It isn't even the worst in Phoenix Suns history. I'd even argue the contract isn't the problem. Plus, Espo blind ranks the best sports video games and talks Opening Weekend in MLB.
Mar 28, 2025•27 min•Ep. 184
Guess what, no one cares about your NCAA Tournament bracket. Absolutely no one! Plus, why is the internet comparing former GCU Women's Basketball coach, and new ASU Women's Basketball coach, Holly Miller to LSU's Livvy Dunne and who is the best new rivalry in Arizona? It involves the Phoenix Suns Kevin Durant.
Mar 21, 2025•17 min•Ep. 183
Watching March Madness for teams like the University of Arizona and GCU is going to make it even more obvious how disconnected the Phoenix Suns have played this season and just how frustrating that is. Plus, Paul Coro stops by to preview the GCU Men's and Women's NCAA Tournament first round matchups against Maryland and Baylor. SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKaPEqS_Mc6eGNNBQN1QgQw
Mar 20, 2025•30 min•Ep. 182
Just because you see a social post about it doesn't mean it's true. Whether it's Devin Booker's value, Kyler Murray being traded or the Arizona Diamondbacks considering leaving the Valley, you have to double and triple check your sources. If you don't, you just might be fooled. Plus, New York Times best selling author Jeff Pearlman stops by and we play a round of Hot Take Cannon. SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKaPEqS_Mc6eGNNBQN1QgQw Website: http://gophnx.com/ PHNX Locker: PHNXLock...
Mar 13, 2025•33 min•Ep. 181
Should teams success only be judged by if they win a championship or not? Do expectations matter or should we just enjoy the ride for the moments of joy they bring? Plus, where does the signing of Josh Sweat put the Cardinals in terms of expectations for the 2025 season?
Mar 12, 2025•26 min•Ep. 180
SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKaPEqS_Mc6eGNNBQN1QgQw Kevin Durant called out Phoenix Suns fans for booing against the Los Angeles Clippers saying the act of voicing displeasure is archaic. Should fans at sporting events boo or just leave? Espo talks that and gives his Top 7 most booable AZ sports figures of all-time. Website: http://gophnx.com/ PHNX Locker: PHNXLocker.com Social Twitter: @PHNX_Sports Instagram: @PHNX_Sports
Mar 06, 2025•26 min•Ep. 179
The Phoenix Suns are the Villains in Arizona. Nothing is going right. Fans are starting to doubt Mat Ishbia and James Jones. Kevin Durant is reportedly getting traded in the offseason and Coach Budenholzer is under fire, now what? Espo breaks it down
Mar 05, 2025•26 min•Ep. 178
The Arizona Cardinals have an image problem externally and a player problem internally. The NFL Players Association released their team report cards on Wednesday and the Birdgang was ranked 32nd in the league. But why has Michael Bidwill allowed it to persist and is the new $100 million facility that was just announced enough to fix it? SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKaPEqS_Mc6eGNNBQN1QgQw Website: http://gophnx.com/ PHNX Locker: PHNXLocker.com Social Twitter: @PHNX_Sports Instagra...
Feb 27, 2025•18 min•Ep. 177
The Phoenix Suns are in the midst of one of the most disappointing seasons in team history. A roster that includes stars Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal are sub .500 and outside of the Play in. Some fans are inclined to blame them. Others want to put the onus on Mat Ishbia or James Jones. All would be right but there is only one way to fix the team this offseason and this is how. SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKaPEqS_Mc6eGNNBQN1QgQw Website: http://gophnx.com/ PHNX Lock...
Feb 26, 2025•24 min•Ep. 176
The Arizona Diamondbacks have had many great jerseys over the years. From Curt Schilling and Randy Johnson wearing the teal and purple, to Corbin Carroll and Ketel Marte dawning the Serpientes, who has had the best jerseys? Join Espo and Derek Montilla from the PHNX D-backs Podcast as they break it all down!
Feb 20, 2025•17 min•Ep. 175
The NBA All Star Weekend has lead to complaints from all over the internet and media. But is Kevin Durant right that fans are addicted to the drama more than the game? Espo is joined by former Phoenix Suns center Alan Williams to talk about that and more. #PhoenixSuns #NBA #PHNX #KevinDurant #Suns
Feb 19, 2025•17 min•Ep. 174
Who is the most beloved person in Arizona sports? Is is Larry Fitzgerald from the Arizona Cardinals? Shane Doan from the Arizona Coyotes? Lute Olson from Arizona or Kenny Dillingham from ASU? Is it the Round Mound of Rebound Charles Barkley from his time with the Phoenix Suns? There is an argument that can be made for most but we figure out who it actually is.
Feb 15, 2025•19 min•Ep. 173
Arizona has dealt with so many things most sports market never have to even conceive of, but the last twelve months we have been through the wringer more than ever before. A complete disappointment with the Phoenix Suns, the Arizona Cardinals losing an NFC West they were in control of and oh, an entire franchise in the Arizona Coyotes leaving.
Feb 13, 2025•23 min•Ep. 172
The Phoenix Suns have a long way to go after a drama-filled trade deadline, Kevin Durant trade rumors, Bradley Beal reports, Jusuf Nurkic trades & so much more. Can they turn things around behind Devin Booker? Will Mike Budenholzer direct the team down the right path? Erik Ruby and Stephen PridGeon-Garner break it down on another Southwest Bias.
Feb 08, 2025•22 min•Ep. 171
Devin Booker was, once again, among the list of names that fans consider "snubs" for the All-Star Game, after the 10-year veteran guard was NOT selected, despite putting up All-Star level numbers for the Phoenix Suns alongside Kevin Durant. Was he actually snubbed? Or did players like Anthony Edwards, Jalen Williams, James Harden, Victor Wembanyama, Anthony Davis and Alperen Sengun deserve it more? Erik Ruby is joined by Espo to break it all down on another edition of Southwest Bias! An ALLCITY ...
Feb 01, 2025•21 min•Ep. 170
Arizona State RB Cam Skattebo was the darling of college football after the Sun Devils made a shocking run to the Peach Bowl against Texas after winning the Big 12, with Skattebo ending up in the top 5 of the Heisman voting. Where should Cam Skattebo end up in the NFL Draft? Should the Arizona Cardinals take a shot on him despite their depth at RB? Are the Kansas City Chiefs, Pittsburgh Steelers or Los Angeles Chargers a better spot? Erik Ruby, Bo Brack and Anthony Totri break it all down on ano...
Jan 30, 2025•20 min•Ep. 169
More reporting has surfaced surrounding Bradley Beal, Jimmy Butler and other NBA dominoes that would need to fall in order for the Phoenix Suns to make a MASSIVE trade and bolster their roster. Erik Ruby is joined by Stephen PridGeon-Garner to break down Beal’s fit with the Orlando Magic, Milwaukee Bucks, Miami Heat and Chicago Bulls and decide which would be the best choice for both the team, and him. With Beal holding his no trade clause and the clock ticking on the Suns and their core of Devi...
Jan 22, 2025•21 min•Ep. 167
The Phoenix Suns fell under .500 again on the season, and despite making a trade for Nick Richards, many fans are now focusing on the overall direction of the franchise with Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, Bradley Beal and Mat Ishbia. Should the Phoenix Suns blow it up? Trade Booker and Durant? Erik Ruby is joined by Gerald Bourguet to break it down on another edition of Southwest Bias. An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/phnx_youtube ALL THINGS PHNX: http://linktr...
Jan 17, 2025•25 min•Ep. 166
The Phoenix Suns have been in a dire situation with their center rotation, and something has to give. Erik Ruby is back with another Southwest Bias to proclaim that rookie Oso Ighodaro NEEDS to be put into the starting lineup along with Ryan Dunn, Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and Tyus Jones. Will this move fix the Phoenix Suns? Will it even happen? Can they overcome Ighodaro's faults? Ruby dives into it all! An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/phnx_youtube ALL TH...
Jan 13, 2025•15 min•Ep. 165
The Phoenix Suns are in one of the worst posistions in the NBA after falling to multiple games below .500, despite having Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal. Erik Ruby and Espo sit down and discuss if new owner Mat Ishbia destroyed the team with his urgency and tendency to make big moves and trades that changed the trajectory of the team when it was built around Chris Paul, Mikal Bridges, Cam Johnson and Deandre Ayton. #PhoenixSuns #NBA #PHNX #Suns #KevinDurant #DevinBooker #BradleyBeal...
Jan 10, 2025•27 min•Ep. 164
