Suns lose to Kings, prepare for road trip without injured Kevin Durant

PHOENIX – If Sunday’s 127-118 overtime loss to the Sacramento Kings was any indication of how the Phoenix Suns will look without their MVP candidate, the team could be facing tough times.


G League Suns open season with familiar names, from Collin Gillespie to TyTy Washington to David Stockton

PHOENIX – The Valley Suns begin their opening act in the G League Friday night as the affiliate of the Phoenix Suns. Former NBA players and league hopefuls look to develop, win and work their way onto an NBA roster.


Midpoint checkup: Cardinals bolstered by elite running game, but defense must prove itself

TEMPE – The Arizona Cardinals started off the season in what appeared to be rebuild mode, but the team changed course and now sits atop the NFC West standings. The difference-maker? The run game.


Chase for the Cup: NASCAR comes to Phoenix Raceway this weekend to crown champion

PHOENIX – For the fifth consecutive season, Phoenix Raceway is hosting NASCAR Championship Weekend. Four series champions will be crowned, but all eyes are on Sunday in the chase for the cup.


Master and Apprentice: Dillingham and Malzahn prepare to face off for first time

PHOENIX – After working together for a year at Auburn in 2019 as head coach and offensive coordinator, UCF head coach Gus Malzahn and ASU head coach Kenny Dillingham share respect ahead of their first head-to-head matchup.


Phoenix Rising FC eyes new coach, healthy roster after disappointing end to 2024 season

PHOENIX – Phoenix Rising FC's season ends after a 2-1 playoff loss to New Mexico United, prompting the team to part ways with interim coach Diego Gomez. As the club eyes 2025, it is set to bring in new head coach – reports are pointing to Pa-Modou Kah – to lead a fresh title pursuit.


From video coordinators to head coaches, history between Erik Spoelstra, Mike Budenholzer runs deep

PHOENIX – Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra and Phoenix Suns coach Mike Budenholzer faced off for the 53rd time Wednesday at Footprint Center. The history between the two runs much deeper than basketball.

Erik Spoelstra and Mike Budenholzer on a court, each in black attire, with team logos "MIAMI HEAT" and "PHX."

Former Arizona State baseball commit Termarr Johnson returns to Tempe with Team USA

PHOENIX – Termarr Johnson, who once committed to play baseball for Arizona State, returned to Tempe to compete against the Sun Devils with USA Baseball.

Pirates prospect Termarr Johnson winds up to throw a baseball

Diamondbacks prospect Tommy Troy’s focus, trust translate to successful Fall League stint

SCOTTSDALE – Despite struggling early during his time in the Arizona Fall League, Tommy Troy has found success of late thanks to his trademark focus and trust in his process.

Baseball player holds bat in arm looking to left

‘I’m heartbroken’ to ‘Nobody deserves this more’: Athletes deliver mixed reactions to Donald Trump presidential victory

PHOENIX – The 2024 election is over, and Donald Trump has been elected the 47th president of the United States. Athletes all over the country shared mixed reactions to Trump’s comeback victory.

Danica Patrick speaking at a podium with a Trump/Vance sign in front of a crowd.

Did the CFP disrespect the Big 12? First poll reveals little love for BYU

PHOENIX — The first College Football Playoff ranking raises questions about how the selection committee feels about the Big 12. If BYU’s No. 9 placement says anything, it doesn’t feel very good.

A large crowd of BYU fans in blue and white shirts at LaVell Edwards Stadium, with a sign that says "3rd Down ROAR."

Kamala Harris vs. Donald Trump: 2024 Election betting markets take off in U.S.; Arizona opts out

PHOENIX – After a U.S. appeals court ruled in October that wagering is allowed on political races, including the presidential election, Kalshi – a federally-regulated financial exchange – has seen wagers rolling in on the race between Democratic U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican nominee Donald Trump.

Stacks of US dollar bills and red dice on a reflective surface, in front of a board with political prediction market data.