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LOCKED ON SUNS 11/23/18: A wild win in Milwaukee saves the Suns' road trip Nov 23, 2018

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On today’s episode, we highlight all the progress and luck that went into the Suns’ best win of the season, a 116-114 shootout in Milwaukee.

The Bucks shot just 10-44 on threes, so Phoenix survived Giannis Antetokounmpo’s 35 points to get the win.

We also talked about:Deandre Ayton’s improving switch defenseDevin Booker’s improved health and efficiency the past three gamesJamal Crawford’s smooth pull-up, which saved an otherwise ugly nightThe horrendous shooting of Brook Lopez

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LOCKED ON SUNS 11/21/18: Are rotations or bad luck to blame after another road loss? Nov 21, 2018

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On today’s episode, we break down the Suns’ 124-116 loss to the Bulls in Chicago, their third straight defeat.

As always, there are many nits to pick after an ugly loss, but some specific problems stick out. We discuss:Chicago’s hot shooting and the Suns’ bad defenseWhy Devin Booker and Deandre Ayton should never be on the bench togetherHow Ayton’s passing is coming alongThe continued progress of Jamal Crawford in the Suns’ offense

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LOCKED ON SUNS 11/20/18: Wizards' woes boil over, can the Suns take advantage? Nov 20, 2018

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On today’s episode, we dissect the latest Wizards rumors and decide whether it moves the Suns any closer to a trade with Washington.

John Wall reportedly cursed at coach Scott Brooks at practice over the weekend, and young star guard Bradley Beal responded, according to reports, by expressing anger over the last SEVEN YEARS of his career. Not great.

Can (and should) the Suns swoop in and grab one of these guys?

Finally, a quick reaction to Terry Rozier’s Tuesday morning tweet and Devin Booker liking it.

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LOCKED ON SUNS 11/19/18: Point Book debuts in closely contested loss to Sixers Nov 19, 2018

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On today’s episode, we break down the many good things we saw in the Suns’ third consecutive competitive game, a close loss in Philadelphia, 119-114.

Devin Booker, in his first start of the season at point guard, scored 37 points on 28 shots to go with eight assists despite a matchup against Jimmy Butler.

Other topics include:Mikal Bridges keeps up the smart, solid play in the new starting lineupDeandre Ayton makes the most of his tough matchup against MVP candidate Joel EmbiidThe bench disappoints in a huge waySuns’ small mistakes like free throw shooting the difference in five-point game

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LOCKED ON SUNS 11/17/18: Suns drop to 3-12 after 110-100 loss to Thunder Nov 17, 2018

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On today's episode, we come to you live from Talking Stick Resort Arena recapping the Suns' latest loss. This time around, the Oklahoma City Thunder led by Paul George and Steven Adams had their way against Phoenix.

Per our usual recap format -- free throws, flagrant foul, and stat to watch -- we highlighted what stood out from both sides.

Not only did Devin Booker continue to focus on facilitating as he nurses his hamstring injury, but Mikal Bridges continues to prove he's already the Suns' fourth-best player behind Booker, T.J. Warren, and Deandre Ayton.

Speaking of Ayton and Warren, we also analyzed their matchups against OKC alongside other notes.

With the Suns traveling to Philadelphia on Monday, they begin their East Coast road trip.

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LOCKED ON SUNS 11/16/18: 3 ways the Suns can keep winning Nov 16, 2018

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On today’s episode, we break down the three biggest things the Suns can do to maintain their winning ways.

First, how Mikal Bridges’ impact can be maximized to help on both ends of the court.

Then, playing more aggressively and with better effort on defense, plus potentially switching more consistently to help out Devin Booker and Deandre Ayton.

Finally, Booker’s offensive burden being lifted a little and making life easier for him as a scorer and playmaker.

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LOCKED ON SUNS 11/15/18: The best win of the season... by far Nov 15, 2018

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On today’s episode, we recap the Suns’ 116-96 blowout of the Spurs at home in typical Locked On Suns fashion, tossing up some free throws, calling a flagrant foul and then digging deep on a number to watch.

Topics include:Mikal Bridges’ first start and the ripple-effect on the rest of the rotationT.J. Warren’s continued scoring dominance (along with a stat comparing Warren to Steph Curry so far this season)Deandre Ayton vs. LaMarcus AldridgeJamal Crawford’s impact in the second quarter and throughout the game

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LOCKED ON SUNS 11/13/18: How Phoenix could benefit from the Butler trade, plus how Josh Jackson can get right Nov 13, 2018

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On today’s episode, we recap the Jimmy Butler trade to Philadelphia from the Suns’ point of view and break down Josh Jackson’s struggles this year.

We also break down two non-Suns games that show the excitement and fear around Phoenix’s inability to consistently develop star talent during its rebuild.

Listen in for which Timberwolves point guard could be on his way to the Suns and which Duke star we like best so far.

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LOCKED ON SUNS 11/12/18: Strong third quarter too little, too late for Suns in 118-101 loss to Thunder Nov 12, 2018

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On today’s episode, we break down the continued rise of Mikal Bridges, who was one of the most impactful players on either side of tonight’s 118-101 Suns loss in Oklahoma City.

We talk about what it would take to see Bridges start, why Trevor Ariza isn’t helping this team, and how T.J. Warren’s emergence as a more versatile player helps this team play its ideal style around Bridges, Devin Booker and Deandre Ayton.

Plus, we toss around some more trade ideas in the aftermath of the Jimmy Butler deal and discuss Jamal Crawford’s best performance of the season.

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LOCKED ON SUNS 11/10/18: Progress continues despite loss to Pelicans, sixth by 20 or more points Nov 10, 2018

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On today’s episode, we break down the Suns’ second consecutive loss and 10th on the year, a 119-99 gut punch in New Orleans.

From the Suns’ perspective, it was another huge indicator of how big the need is at the point guard spot, with both Devin Booker and Isaiah Canaan playing poorly.

For the Pelicans, it was business as usual. Phoenix just could not handle the combination of Julius Randle and Anthony Davis inside.

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