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The Locked On Suns - Daily Podcast on the Phoenix Suns is a must-listen for any die-hard Suns fan or anyone looking for detailed and objective breakdowns of the team's performances. Hosted by Brendon Kleen, this podcast delivers quick, precise episodes with great analysis. The amount of work and effort put into each episode is evident, making it a great listen for fans who may be busy with work or parenting and need a convenient way to stay up to date on their favorite team.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is its objectivity. Brendon provides honest analysis without sounding annoying or arrogant like some hosts in other cities. He breaks down the Suns' performances objectively, giving listeners a clear understanding of what went well and what needs improvement. His optimism shines through, providing a positive listening experience even during tough times.
However, one aspect that could be improved upon is the occasional repetition of certain topics. While it's understandable that certain discussions may be important to cover multiple times, it can sometimes feel redundant for regular listeners. Adding new angles or perspectives to these discussions could help keep the content fresh and engaging.
In conclusion, The Locked On Suns - Daily Podcast on the Phoenix Suns is an excellent source of information and analysis for fans of the team. Brendon Kleen does a fantastic job delivering quick yet detailed episodes that cater to busy fans while providing valuable insights into the team's performances. Despite some minor repetition at times, this podcast remains highly recommended for anyone wanting to stay up to date on all things Suns and enjoy thoughtful analysis from an unbiased perspective.
Frank Vogel is out as Phoenix Suns head coach with Mike Budenholzer already reportedly the front runner to take the job. Brendon Kleen breaks down why the Suns moved on from Vogel, what the Budenholzer rumors tells us about this search, and what other changes could be looming in Phoenix. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
Devin Booker had maybe his best season with the Phoenix Suns and is likely to get All-NBA honors, but the season ended in disappointment. Brendon Kleen is joined by Stephen PridGeon to break down Booker's season, what he needs to succeed, and how the Suns can build this offseason to get closer to an ideal Booker team. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
From trades for Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal to a new head coach and many injuries, the Phoenix Suns had a ton of challenges this season. What was the biggest issue? Brendon Kleen is joined by Brandon Dueñas of Bright Side of the Sun to debate the primary problem in Phoenix and how the Suns can address it this offseason. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
Frank Vogel may not be perfect for the Phoenix Suns but he's the best option they have at head coach. Brendon Kleen breaks down why the Suns have to know who their replacement is before firing Vogel and why leadership is the only thing that could lead to Vogel being replaced. Then, a case for the Suns to keep their 2024 NBA Draft pick. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
Where do Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns go from here? After owner Mat Ishbia and president James Jones spoke Wednesday, a lot remains unclear about what the Suns want to do this offseason. Brendon Kleen is joined by Stephen PridGeon of PHNX Sports to discuss the comments from Ishbia and Jones, how the Big Three can adjust after a lost season, and how to maximize Durant and Booker together. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
The Phoenix Suns have huge decisions to make on Frank Vogel, potential Kevin Durant, Devin Booker or Bradley Beal trades, and how James Jones can bolster the roster. Brendon Kleen is joined by Gabe Guerrero of Suns Valley Podcast to debate these key questions and how the Suns should approach the offseason. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal preached continuity after the Phoenix Suns playoff exit, is that the right path? Brendon Kleen breaks down whether the Suns' Big Three is good enough to contend and how that should affect the team's decision making with Frank Vogel, James Jones and the three star players this offseason. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
A very hyped Phoenix Suns season ended in a sweep by the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday night at home. Brendon Kleen is joined by Brandon Dueñas of Bright Side of the Sun to break down Game Four, whether the Suns ever had a chance in this series, and what will happen with Frank Vogel after a disappointing season in Phoenix. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal are on the brink of elimination as the Phoenix Suns go down 0-3 to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Brendon Kleen breaks down the familiar pattern of Game 3, why this series has been so lopsided, and why the Suns' deficiencies are nothing new. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns need to find what works on the offensive end to get back in their series against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Brendon Kleen is joined by Stephen PridGeon of PHNX Sports to look at what solutions we could see from the Suns on offense in Game Three, from Book and Durant to Jusuf Nurkic to Grayson Allen and beyond. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
What went right and wrong for the Phoenix Suns vs the Minnesota Timberwolves so far? Brendon Kleen breaks down the ups and downs of Game Two as well as the differences between the regular season and this playoff series after two games. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
The Phoenix Suns had no answers for the Minnesota Timberwolves in a road Game Two as Devin Booker struggled again and the Suns' defense collapsed. Brendon Kleen recaps the loss including the Suns' fear of Rudy Gobert, their inability to execute on D against Anthony Edwards, and the lack of creativity with how to use Kevin Durant. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
How can Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns take down the Minnesota Timberwolves and even their first-round series? Brendon Kleen breaks down each side of the ball, how to get Booker going while keeping Durant hot, and what we could see the Suns try against Anthony Edwards. Lastly, a look at how Grayson Allen's absence could affect the game and the Suns' rotation. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
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Devin Booker shot 5-16 with 18 points for the Phoenix Suns in a Game One loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Brendon Kleen is joined by Brandon Dueñas of Bright Side of the Sun to break down Booker's performance as well as what they are worried about coming off the loss and what they aren't worried about. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
Devin Booker went cold and the Phoenix Suns defense broke down in a 120-95 loss to Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game One. Brendon Kleen breaks down why the Suns lost, how the end of the third quarter went wrong for the Suns after a hot streak from Kevin Durant, how Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns got comfortable, and what the Grayson Allen injury could mean for the Suns going forward. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
Where could Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns slip up and fall to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA playoffs? Brendon Kleen is joined by Stephen PridGeon of PHNX to break down what the Suns have to watch out for in the first round, including Anthony Edwards elevating his game, a more aggressive mindset from Mike Conley, and mental mistakes. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
How can Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns take down the Minnesota Timberwolves and advance? Brendon Kleen is joined by Stephen PridGeon of PHNX Sports to go through the keys to a Suns series victory, including KD on both ends, clean offensive process, Jusuf Nurkic playing consistent basketball and much more! JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
Dive into the key questions, matchups and adjustments as the Phoenix Suns face off against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA playoffs. Brendon Kleen is joined by Ben Beecken of Locked On Wolves to break down the first-round matchup and make their predictions of who wins the series. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
The Phoenix Suns owned the Minnesota Timberwolves in the regular season, but how real was it? Brendon Kleen breaks down lessons from those games on each side of the ball including the Suns' Big 3 as jump shooters, the value of Jusuf Nurkic, and how Minnesota could use Anthony Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns. Then, a look back at the Wolves' loss to Denver in the playoffs last year. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
The Phoenix Suns had a rollercoaster season, what can we say for certain about this team heading into the NBA playoffs? Brendon Kleen dives into the evolution of the Suns over the course of the season and how Bradley Beal's arrival and sacrifice set the stage for this postseason run. Then, a look at why the Grayson Allen extension is a home run for the Suns. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
Bradley Beal led the Phoenix Suns to a wire to wire win over the Minnesota Timberwolves that locks in a playoff rematch starting next weekend. Brendon Kleen is joined by Brandon Dueñas of Bright Side of the Sun to discuss Beal's big game, why the Suns won, and what the regular season dominance against the Timberwolves tells us about the playoff series upcoming. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
The Phoenix Suns went to small lineups more this week with Kevin Durant at center against the Los Angeles Clippers. Are they real weapons for this team? Brendon Kleen is joined by Stephen PridGeon of @PHNX_Sports to break down the Suns' use of small ball this season and what has to happen for it to be effective in the playoffs. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
Devin Booker was the only Phoenix Suns player who took it upon himself to make up for an ugly loss on Tuesday night with a road win over the Clippers, 124-108. Brendon Kleen breaks down the L, including Royce O'Neale and Thad Young getting bumped up in the rotation and why this Suns performance makes last night's response from players and coaches look even worse. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
The Phoenix Suns might have hit rock bottom going down 37 in the first half to the Los Angeles Clippers in a home loss on Tuesday night. Brendon Kleen explains why there is no easy answer for these Suns duds, how Frank Vogel, Devin Booker and Kevin Durant responded postgame, and why the center spot is officially an emergency in Phoenix. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
The Phoenix Suns are at the mercy of Western Conference seeding to decide their fate in the NBA postseason. Brendon Kleen breaks down who the Suns have matched up well against this season, what makes a good vs. bad matchup for the Suns right now, and the two X-Factors who can flip the Suns' matchup issues in the other direction. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
Despite 33 from Bradley Beal, the Phoenix Suns dropped a home game to Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans, 113-105. Brendon Kleen is joined by Brandon Dueñas of Bright Side of the Sun to break down the L and what it means. Was it another letdown or just another game? JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
The Phoenix Suns notched their most confident win of the season against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday to move to 6th in the West. Brendon Kleen breaks down how the Suns' defense clamped down on the Wolves, where the Suns' confidence came from and why it matters, and how the West standings look heading into the final week of the season. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal are getting organized and developing a clear mentality leading the Phoenix Suns offense during the stretch run of the NBA season. Brendon Kleen is joined by new weekly contributor Stephen PridGeon to discuss the Suns' offensive strides and Royce O'Neale looking great again with the starters against Cleveland. To close, hear Stephen's Suns backstory and more about his approach as a basketball lover! JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
Devin Booker put up 52 in New Orleans after a strange stretch for the Phoenix Suns star. Will it continue? Brendon Kleen breaks down all the ups and downs of Book's season and what the Suns will need from him the rest of the way. Then, a look at new allegations against Mat Ishbia and UWM plus a preview of the upcoming homestand. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
Devin Booker scored 52 and the Phoenix Suns were in a sweet rhythm in a comfortable win over the New Orleans Pelicans, 124-111. Brendon Kleen is joined by Brandon Dueñas of Bright Side of the Sun to dig into Book's big night, how the Suns keep scoring these big wins, and how they match up with the Pels. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
The Phoenix Suns are fighting for their NBA playoffs lives after multiple letdown losses in March. Brendon Kleen breaks down what a realistic benchmark is for the Suns this postseason, what the stakes are of any further letdown, and whether the Suns can really "beat anyone." JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
The Phoenix Suns beat the Nuggets in Denver again, a reminder that this matchup was at the core of how they handled their offseason. Brendon Kleen breaks down how adding Bradley Beal, Jusuf Nurkic and Frank Vogel was done with Denver in mind. Then, a look at whether Thad Young will make a difference in Phoenix and what to watch for against OKC and New Orleans this weekend. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
Kevin Durant put up 30 and played lockdown defense as the Phoenix Suns stole a road win from the Denver Nuggets once again to win the season series. Brendon Kleen breaks down how KD and the Suns weathered a second-half run by Denver and how the Nuggets have no answers for Durant or the Suns' veteran bench. To close, a look at Thad Young in the rotation and how the Suns beat the Nuggets' defense consistently. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
The Phoenix Suns blew an easy win to the Spurs despite 65 points combined from Kevin Durant and Devin Booker. Brendon Kleen breaks down how injuries to Bradley Beal and Jusuf Nurkic led to the Suns' loss, plus what this loss says big picture. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
Bradley Beal is settling in as a playmaker and defender for the Phoenix Suns as the NBA season comes to a close. Brendon Kleen is joined by Brandon Dueñas of Bright Side of the Sun to break down Beal's evolution, how the bench has come together since the All-Star break, and what to expect the rest of the Suns' road trip. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
Bradley Beal and the Phoenix Suns bench led the way in a home win over the Atlanta Hawks. Brendon Kleen breaks down the Suns' strong fourth quarter with the reserves and how each bench player chipped in. Then, a look at Jusuf Nurkic and the physical burden he's taking on for the Suns plus a pre-take on Kevin Durant. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
Bradley Beal led the way on defense as the Phoenix Suns took down the Philadelphia 76ers at home, 115-102. Brendon Kleen breaks down Beal's game and how the Suns responded to a bad loss in Milwaukee. Plus, a strong showing from Bol Bol and the bench and another huge Grayson Allen shooting night. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
Bradley Beal and the Phoenix Suns were the best offense in the NBA even during a tough 2-2 road trip. Brendon Kleen is joined by Stephen PridGeon of PHNX and Bright Side of the Sun to discuss the wrinkles Beal and Jusuf Nurkic provide for the offense, how Frank Vogel can find stability on the bench, and whether the Suns can go 4-0 this week. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
Devin Booker has had an inconsistent season for the Phoenix Suns as their postseason destiny looks more unclear than ever. Brendon Kleen looks at past Booker seasons and his role on this Suns team to walk through what the Suns need from their franchise player over the final 15 games. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
The Phoenix Suns looked confused and hapless against Damian Lillard and the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday afternoon in a blowout loss. Brendon Kleen is joined by Brandon Dueñas of Bright Side of the Sun to inspect what led to such a terrible performance, including no execution against Damian Lillard, no effort against Bobby Portis and some puzzling lineup decisions from Frank Vogel. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns
Did the Phoenix Suns lose to the Boston Celtics because of officiating, defense, threes or something else? Brendon Kleen breaks down whether the refs were the issue, if Devin Booker just went cold at the wrong time, or the Suns defense failed them. JOIN THE LOCKED ON SUNS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY: https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonsuns