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Did Cardinals’ Budda Baker call out Jacoby Brissett’s contract situation?
GLENDALE – When franchise leaders speak publicly, organizations listen. That is why Cardinals defensive captain Budda Baker’s recent post on social media regarding Jacoby Brissett carries far more significance than another offseason contract debate. Just want bro to get his shit done… he is not asking for what you think. Bro is asking for below […]
Fiesta Bowl finalizes multi-year slate of CFP quarterfinal and semifinal dates
GLENDALE – For decades, the Fiesta Bowl has been synonymous with unforgettable college football moments. Now, the next era of the College Football Playoff ensures that tradition isn’t slowing down; it’s expanding. Fiesta Bowl announces CFP schedule through 2031-32 season: The College Football Playoff will continue to deliver unforgettable moments in Arizona! 🌵🏆 The Vrbo Fiesta […]
Why did two Cardinals stars practice with QB Jacoby Brissett amid contract dispute?
GLENDALE – When a team’s best players invest their own time to build chemistry with a quarterback away from the facility, they’re sending a message that statistics alone can’t measure. Jeremy Fowler’s report that Cardinals stars Marvin Harrison Jr. and Trey McBride trained with Jacoby Brissett in South Florida carries weight because it happened while […]
ESPN is giving Phoenix Mercury fans a closer look at DeWanna Bonner in new docuseries
PHOENIX — Phoenix Mercury fans will have more WNBA content to enjoy beyond game nights this summer. New ESPN Original Series, ‘Life in the W’ follows the 2025 WNBA season through the eyes of Las Vegas Aces’ A’ja Wilson, Minnesota Lynx’s Napheesa Collier and Phoenix Mercury’s DeWanna Bonner as they juggle basketball, love, family and […]
Why is Pavin Smith still starting for the Arizona Diamondbacks?
SAN DIEGO – The first base position for the Arizona Diamondbacks has had little to no offensive stability, and the problems surrounding Pavin Smith need to be addressed. Whether it’s power, on-base ability or run production, contenders rely on that spot to anchor the middle or bottom of the lineup, and it hasn’t come to […]
Bleacher Report claims one Phoenix Suns star has top-5 worst contracts in NBA
PHOENIX – Phoenix Suns fans had every reason to raise an eyebrow when Bleacher Report ranked Devin Booker as owning the fifth-worst contract in the NBA. A four-year, $250.6 million commitment sounds staggering on paper, but context matters far more than dollar figures. Booker is being criticized because Phoenix hasn’t justified the investment around him. […]
Phoenix Mercury’s rotation could get a key piece back vs. Indiana Fever
PHOENIX — The Phoenix Mercury could be getting a key veteran back before they take on the Indiana Fever. The Phoenix Mercury have released their status report vs. IN Fever for July 9: Alyssa Thomas – PROBABLE (Left Foot) Sami Whitcomb – PROBABLE (Left Knee Arthroscopy) Natasha Mack – OUT (Left Foot) — Wendy Lopez […]
Caitlin Clark ruled out as Mercury look to claim season series over Fever
PHOENIX — Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark will not play in the club’s season series finale against the Phoenix Mercury on Thursday. Stephanie White confirms that Caitlin Clark will be active tonight, Aliyah Boston inactive, and then the two will flip flop on the 2nd night of the back to back tomorrow in Phoenix. — […]
Why hasn’t the Phoenix Suns’ trade for Miles Bridges been finalized yet?
PHOENIX – When NBA fans don’t immediately see a trade become official, the first reaction is usually panic. Did the deal fall apart? Did another team intervene? Is there a problem behind the scenes? In the Phoenix Suns’ case with trading for Hornets star Miles Bridges, the answer appears far less dramatic. For those wondering […]
Should the Phoenix Mercury make the call for Chennedy Carter?
PHOENIX — The Phoenix Mercury have spent much of the season searching for consistency as they try to climb back into the playoff picture, and now an opportunity may have unexpectedly landed on the open market. Breaking: The Las Vegas Aces have waived Chennedy Carter, the team announced. pic.twitter.com/WvTeDOFkAK — espnW (@espnW) July 7, 2026 […]
Former Suns Owner Jerry Colangelo aims to bring NBA expansion franchise to Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS – Few figures have influenced Arizona sports the way Jerry Colangelo has. His fingerprints are on nearly every chapter of Phoenix’s rise as a major sports city, making his latest venture feel both exciting and unfamiliar for longtime fans. Colangelo is now part of the Las Vegas Jacks ownership group pursuing an NBA […]
Which Cardinals star cracked the NFL’s top 100 players of 2026?
GLENDALE – One defensive star from the Arizona Cardinals found his way on an elite list, as Budda Baker was selected as the No. 75 player in the NFL Top 100 for the 2026 season. This isn’t simply another accolade. It’s validation from the people who know the game best, the players who have to […]
Eduardo Rodriguez shares one major key for Diamondbacks’ turnaround
SAN DIEGO – Veteran starting pitcher Eduardo Rodríguez made it clear that the Arizona Diamondbacks don’t have a talent problem as much as they have a timing problem. Rodriguez challenged his teammates to play with greater urgency, emphasizing that the club controls what happens next. Rodriguez told Burns and Gambo from Arizona Sports: “We got […]
Phoenix Mercury can’t overcome turnovers in loss to Chicago Sky
PHOENIX — The Phoenix Mercury’s 77-66 loss to the Chicago Sky on Tuesday didn’t just end their three-game winning streak, but also exposed some offensive issues the team still needs to work through. Final. pic.twitter.com/yYjRpQGgKl — Phoenix Mercury (@PhoenixMercury) July 8, 2026 Phoenix entered the matchup having won three straight games and eight consecutive meetings […]
DeWanna Bonner’s latest milestone is a reminder of her legacy
PHOENIX — DeWanna Bonner reached another milestone in her decorated WNBA career Tuesday night, surpassing 8,000 career points during the Phoenix Mercury’s matchup against the Chicago Sky. A free throw to seal the 8K deal for DB 🤝 https://t.co/AzAETo6BOP pic.twitter.com/pG7o75UO45 — Phoenix Mercury (@PhoenixMercury) July 8, 2026 Bonner entered the game needing seven more points […]
For the first time in over 20 years, the Phoenix Mercury will have no All-Star
PHOENIX — For the first time since 2002, the Phoenix Mercury will head into the WNBA All-Star break without a player selected to the game. Neither Kahleah Copper nor Alyssa Thomas was named among the All-Star reserves. If neither is selected as an injury replacement, the Mercury will be without an All-Star despite relying on […]
What the Phoenix Suns’ latest roster moves say about their direction
PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns have officially completed three more offseason roster moves, and while the additions won’t generate the buzz of a blockbuster trade or marquee free-agent signing, that may be exactly what makes them important. By bringing back center Mark Williams and guards Jordan Goodwin and Collin Gillespie, the Suns have continued an […]
Sky’s Skylar Diggins won’t start against the Mercury
PHOENIX — The Phoenix Mercury host the Chicago Sky on Tuesday night, but Chicago’s starting lineup will look a little different than it did the last time the teams met. On Monday, Chicago guard and former Mercury player Skylar Diggins took to Instagram to address being moved to the bench ahead of Tuesday’s game. Later, […]
Could Willson Contreras solve the first baseman problem for the D-Backs?
PHOENIX — ESPN recently picked a few players as potential fits for the Arizona Diamondbacks, including Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras. The Diamondbacks are listed as a potential “best fit” for several significant players by @kileymcd and @JeffPassan 👀 Including:👇 OF Byron Buxton SP Joe Ryan SP Reid Detmers SP Jose Soriano LHP […]
Phoenix Suns address depth by re-signing key player to two-way contract
PHOENIX – For an organization trying to build sustainable depth around its core, re-signing Koby Brea to a two-way contract could prove far more important for the Phoenix Suns than it initially appears. Phoenix Suns G/F Koby Brea is signing a two-way NBA contract to return to the team, his agent Erika Ruiz of Primera […]
Phoenix Suns and Mercury fans share mixed reactions to Josh Bartelstein’s CEO extension
PHOENIX – The decision to extend Josh Bartelstein as CEO of the Phoenix Suns and Mercury has drawn a fascinating reaction from fans, with mixed opinions. Many fans see it as a sign of maturity, as top-tier NBA franchises rarely experience constant executive turnover. Keeping leadership intact creates continuity, strengthens long-term planning, and allows departments […]
Mat Ishbia explains Josh Bartelstein’s Suns and Mercury CEO Extension
PHOENIX – Phoenix Suns Owner Mat Ishbia’s comments per Shams Charania of ESPN on Josh Bartelstein’s contract extension carry far more significance than another executive announcement. In recent years, it has been a cycle of change for the Phoenix Suns. Coaches came and went. Front-office leadership shifted. Rosters were constantly reshaped in pursuit of immediate […]
Should the Diamondbacks go get Freddy Peralta?
PHOENIX — With the MLB trade deadline approaching, the Arizona Diamondbacks’ need for starting pitching has become impossible to ignore. There is a 90% chance that the Mets trade Freddy Peralta at the trade deadline, per @JeffPassan Best fits: Guardians Athletics Padres White Sox Rays Cubs Cardinals Diamondbacks Blue Jays Braves pic.twitter.com/Sx5IB7gusV — SleeperMets (@SleeperMets) […]
Suns’ Dillon Brooks reveals his “Villain Goal” for 2026-2027 season
PHOENIX – Phoenix Suns wing Dillon Brooks has a new league year resolutions, or as he phrased it, a villain goal for 2026-2027 season. The YouTube channel NBAT2 spent 24 hours with the 30-year-old in Toronto, as the Canadian trains and participates in FIBA World Cup Qualifiers. In the video, Brooks lays out a goal for […]
What Suns and Mercury CEO Josh Bartelstein new extension means for teams’ future?
PHOENIX – The Phoenix Suns continue to sign long-term extensions with their team, this time in the front office. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported on Monday morning that the franchise has reached an agreement on an extension with CEO Josh Bartelstein. The former University of Michigan walk on was owner Mat Ishbia’s first hire and the duo […]
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