# WARNING: The Phoenix Suns Starting Lineup Has Glaring Weaknesses BUT It CAN Be Fixed EASILY!

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Podcast: [Locked On Suns - Daily Podcast On The Phoenix Suns](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-suns-daily-podcast-on-the-phoenix-suns-53324)
Published: 2026-07-30T09:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-suns/
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Phoenix Suns’ starting lineup sparks concern as three-point shooting and offensive balance come under fire. Can Devin Booker, Jalen Green, Miles Bridges, Dillon Brooks, and Mark Williams silence the doubters and transform perceived weaknesses into strengths before the pressure mounts? Benjamin Garcia breaks down the Suns’ fit problem, referencing Kellan Olson’s critique and raising tough questions about rim pressure, playmaking potential, and iso-heavy tendencies. Possible fixes—like inserting Collin Gillespie or Luke Kennard for shooting, or leveraging Oso Ighodaro’s passing—could reshape the lineup and maximize Devin Booker’s role. With a 25-game window to prove their formula works, will the Suns’ front office stay adaptable, or risk letting key games slip away? This episode unpacks all angles of Phoenix’s most pressing roster dilemma. 00:00 Phoenix Suns lineup analysis 05:42 Critiquing Suns' Shooting Stats 06:47 Challenges for Suns' Offensive Strategy 16:46 Comparing Gillespie and Kennard's skills 18:34 Khaman Maluach's three-point impact 24:46 Phoenix Suns starting lineup decisions 25:39 Phoenix Suns' lineup strategy

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