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The Mavericks just gave the Suns a preview of the sort of defense they're going to see in the playoffs
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Keon Johnson: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights
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Deandre Ayton's Suns teammates want RFA C back, supporting him
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Scouting the Suns: A look at the Clippers' first-round playoff matchup - The Athletic
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Paul George, Terance Mann lead Clippers past Suns before break – Orange County Register
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Every NBA Team's Best Young Prospect, News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors
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Gameday: Raptors @ Suns, January 30 - Raptors Republic
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We've seen a much different Deandre Ayton since March 5 - Bright Side Of The Sun
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How the Nets' attempt to build the latest super team went all wrong - The Boston Globe
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Phoenix Suns get rematch vs. Mavericks on opening night, per report
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Why the Nets believe Mikal Bridges is the answer to their failed superteam experiment - ESPN
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Lakers showcase energetic small-ball lineups despite Anthony Davis' absence – Orange County Register