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LOCKED ON SUNS 6/20/19: Sorting through a bizarre draft night for the Suns Jun 21, 2019

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On today’s episode live from Talking Stick Resort Arena, we recapped the Phoenix Suns’ 2019 draft haul. It was totally unexpected featuring three trades and them somehow having less cap space afterwards.

First, the Suns traded T.J. Warren plus the No. 32 pick to Indiana for cash considerations. Why did Phoenix have to attach their second-round pick to offload Warren’s remaining salary? The Pacers ended up trading this pick for three additional second-round picks later on.

Next, Phoenix pulled off an absolute stunner. Before the draft even started, Phoenix traded No. 6 to Minnesota for Dario Saric and No. 11 overall. Saric will be the Suns’ starting power forward next season, but little did they know both Jarrett Culver and Coby White would’ve been available in their original position. Phoenix selected Culver for the Timberwolves, but the Suns selected ... Cam Johnson? Arizona Sports’ Kellan Olson quickly stopped by to give his thoughts on the Johnson selection, too.

Finally, the Suns’ final move of the 2019 NBA Draft featured them trading the 2020 Bucks pick via the Eric Bledsoe trade to Boston for the rights to Ty Jerome and Aron Baynes. Why did the Suns do this, and what does this mean for names like Elie Okobo, De’Anthony Melton and Richaun Holmes?

Fireworks were indeed delivered by the Suns, but how does it look immediately afterwards?

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LOCKED ON SUNS 6/19/19: Lottery mock draft plus Jackson/Warren trade predictions Jun 19, 2019

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We mock the top 14 picks of the 2019 NBA Draft, including two big trades and a bad break for the Suns. We also discuss the latest rumors and possibilities in the lottery, and the biggest questions 24 hours out.

In the last segment, we give out final predictions for what happens to T.J. Warren and Josh Jackson on draft night, both of whom according to Woj are not expected to be on the Suns’ roster by the end of Thursday night.

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LOCKED ON SUNS 6/18/19: Is the sixth pick available or not, plus second-round targets Jun 18, 2019

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We address the opposing rumors on each side about the availability of the Suns’ No. 6 pick in this week’s NBA Draft, including why it might make sense for the Suns to keep quiet and what options would be available to them if they choose to trade back.

We then make our way to the Josh Jackson/T.J. Warren rumors, indicating the Suns could offload their salaries on draft night and get a cheaper player late in the draft.

We dive into about a dozen players we like in the second round either using the Suns’ own pick at No. 32 or late in the second after a Jackson or Warren deal.

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LOCKED ON SUNS 6/17/19: Surveying the post-AD trade landscape of the draft with Kellan Olson Jun 17, 2019

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Kellan Olson, the Suns reporter over at Arizona Sports, jumps on the show to reset the draft’s top questions in the aftermath of the Anthony Davis trade.

We look at what could happen with the fourth pick after it changes hands from Los Angeles to New Orleans, as well as what the Suns’ plan appears to be at No. 6.

We also touch on the growing rumors of D’Angelo Russell being available in free agency as a result of Kyrie Irving heading to Brooklyn, and why the Suns would be smart to get involved.

Finally, our top questions with four days remaining until draft day.

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LOCKED ON SUNS 6/14/19: Debating Jarrett Culver vs. Cam Reddish Jun 14, 2019

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We’re now less than one week away from the 2019 NBA Draft, which means Part III of our prospect debate series. On today’s episode, we break down Jarrett Culver and Cam Reddish’s biggest strengths and weaknesses in our usual deep dive format.

Culver was the most improved player in college basketball this past season, expanding his game while also carrying a primary scorer usage rate. One of the most unique and safest prospects, Culver would be the Suns’ version of Caris LeVert as a secondary ball handler who can take pressure off Devin Booker while defending opposing point guards.

Reddish is one of the biggest risks in the lottery, but his physical traits and smooth shooting stroke have many teams intrigued long-term. Drafting Reddish at No. 6 would indicate the Suns’ wing rotation is once again in flux.

Would you draft one of Culver or Reddish instead of trading the pick, Suns fans?

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LOCKED ON SUNS 6/12/19: Debating De'Andre Hunter vs. Brandon Clarke Jun 12, 2019

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With the 2019 NBA Draft just eight days away, we dive deep into the positives and negatives surrounding De’Andre Hunter and Brandon Clarke, the two big men who are expected to be most heavily considered by Phoenix at No. 6.

Hunter led his team to a title with 27 points in the national championship game this season, but his defense is the prize. He uses his length and strength to be an elite defensive forward, and will likely be capable of defending 1-5 in the NBA.

Clarke is more of a wildcard, as he’s much older and didn’t break onto the scene until his senior season after transferring to Gonzaga.

We give scouting reports of both players, discuss which we’d prefer, and determine whether trading the pick is a better option than picking either guy.

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LOCKED ON SUNS 6/11/19: Jeremy Woo of Sports Illustrated drops by to preview an already wild NBA Draft Jun 11, 2019

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As promised, when big things happen, check your Locked On Suns feeds for a BONUS EPISODE. As the Hawks make moves, it appears Jarrett Culver is in their sights, and Jeremy Woo, who added fuel to that fire in his latest mock draft at Sports Illustrated, joined the show to break it down.

Woo, Sports Illustrated’s NBA draft analyst, explains why there is so much interest in Culver and what it could take to move up to draft him. Then, he explains why he believes Coby White is a solid consolation prize for Phoenix, as well as how the other players available at No. 6 could fit next to Devin Booker and Deandre Ayton.

Finally, Woo’s thoughts on how the Suns’ new front office might approach the 2019 draft and his prediction for where Phoenix goes at No. 6.

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LOCKED ON SUNS 6/10/19: Debating Darius Garland vs. Coby White Jun 10, 2019

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As we gear up for the draft, we finally unveil our detailed breakdowns of the six top players in contention for the Suns at No. 6.

Throughout the week we will analyze two players per episode, and we begin today with the point guards, Darius Garland and Coby White.

Garland is a sweet-shooting guard who suffered a meniscus tear in his fifth college game and brings questions about his size and playmaking. White’s size is deceptive, making him appealing in theory but limited as a freshman at North Carolina.

The show closes with each of us choosing who we would prefer and whether either player is a better option than trying to trade the pick.

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LOCKED ON SUNS 6/7/19: Answering the draft's biggest questions with Chris Manning of Locked On Cavs Jun 07, 2019

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We’re now less than two weeks away from the 2019 NBA Draft, which means coverage is going to heat up even more until then. Chris Manning of Locked On Cavs joined the show to discuss plenty of draft-related questions.

Following the Nets-Hawks trade, how does it impact the Cavaliers and Suns? For fans wanting Jarrett Culver on the Suns, Atlanta might be positioning themselves to leapfrog them with Cleveland.

Who are the best options for the Cavaliers at No. 5? Whatever they end up doing will have a direct impact on who the Suns select right behind them. Stay tuned for deep dives on prospects like Cam Reddish.

We close with thoughts on the possibility Cleveland trades J.R. Smith and Kevin Love. Phoenix could be one of the most interesting suitors for Smith due to his unique expiring contract that would essentially be free money.

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LOCKED ON SUNS 6/5/19: 2019 NBA Draft mailbag Jun 05, 2019

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Catch up on the latest draft news and our player evaluations in a jumbo mailbag episode.

Thanks for all the great questions over @LockedOnPHXSuns on Twitter! We continue to build up our following and interaction over there and it makes for a better show.

Today, we reach into the mailbag to dissect your questions on the NBA Draft. We discuss everything from the fit of guys like De’Andre Hunter, Jarrett Culver and Brandon Clarke to potential trade-up targets in the late first round, to whether the Suns will use their first-round pick to acquire a veteran playmaker.

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