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MAILBAG MONDAY: Answering All Of YOUR Most Pressing And Hot Button Phoenix Suns Questions!
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- May 25, 2026
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- 1877
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Summary
Phoenix Suns face a pivotal offseason as Mailbag Monday spotlights their biggest weaknesses—size, shot creation, and shooting depth. Should Phoenix target Dean Wade or Harrison Barnes with the mid-level exception, and can new role players boost the roster where it matters most? The conversation focused on realistic trade scenarios, dismissing pipe dreams like Rudy Gobert, and identifying free agents who complement Devin Booker and Dillon Brooks. A key theme that emerged was the need for roster balance, with debate over ideal starting lineups and the future roles of players like Rasheer Fleming, Jalen Green, and Colin Gillespie. The discussion explored the inside story behind the Suns’ Game 7 collapse against the Mavericks, lingering rumors, and what truly cost Phoenix that series. Several points were raised, including why prioritizing “basketball guys” over names like Zion Williamson, Ben Simmons, or DeMar DeRozan is crucial to the Suns’ success next season. 00:00 Monday Mailbag Question Submission 03:03 Comparing Dean Wade and Harrison Barnes 08:50 What Happened In Game 7? 13:25 Suns' struggle with size and rebounding 18:54 Debating Rasheer Fleming's role 20:13 Defining Jalen's role on the Suns 28:37 Unpredictability of NBA Draft In The 2nd Round 30:06 Discussing NBA draft prospects