Phoenix Suns Wiretap

Giricek Could Return To Suns Next Season

Gordan Giricek found himself a nice spot in the rotation with the Suns in the second half of the season and could return to Phoenix next year, according to the Arizona Republic.

"The game fits me," Giricek said. "I like the city. I like the team. I like the coaches, the whole organization. I really mean that. We'll see what happens. I'm very happy here."

"I would like to (return). You never know," he added.

He played important minutes down the stretch for the Suns in the playoffs, and management appears interested in him returning as well.

Via The Arizona Republic


Kerr Refutes D'Antoni Report

Steve Kerr refuted a report on Wednesday that Head Coach Mike D'Antoni is on his way out in Phoenix.

"There's no truth to that," Kerr told the Arizona Republic. "I asked Mike when the story came out, and he denied it. Mike's our coach and has done a great job for four years. We'll get together soon and talk about where this team can go from here."

Via FoxSports


Report: D'Antoni May Be Out In Phoenix

A late report by Sports Illustrated's Jack McCallum on Tuesday night indicates that Mike D'Antoni may not return to coach the Suns next season, according to the Arizona Republic.

Phoenix was eliminated by San Antonio in Game Five of their playoff series on Tuesday evening.

D'Antoni has two years and over $8 million left on his current contract.

There have been noted problems between D'Antoni and General Manager Steve Kerr, including an argument that took place in November about the team's offensive strategy.

Via The Arizona Republic


Suns Apr 2008 Archive

  • Colangelo: Sam's Safe 'For Now'

    Raptors' GM Bryan Colangelo called the speculation that Sam Mitchell could be fired "absolutely ludicrous".

  • Spurs Edge Suns, Move On

    The San Antonio Spurs barely edged the Phoenix Suns, 92-87, on Tuesday night to advance to the second round of the playoffs and face the New Orleans Hornets.

  • Shaq Defends D'Antoni Despite Struggles

    Shaquille O'Neal defended Phoenix Coach Mike D'Antoni on Tuesday despite the fact that the team will face elimination for the second-straight game on Tuesday night.

  • Suns Players Backing D'Antoni

    Suns' players are trying to take the heat off Head Coach Mike D'Antoni, whose position in Phoenix may be in jeopardy.

  • Hill Already Questionable For Game Five

    Grant Hill is already listed as questionable for Game Five between his Phoenix Suns and the San Antonio Spurs.

  • Knicks May Keep Close Eye On Raptors' Mitchell

    Could Sam Mitchell be an option for New York if Toronto decides to sever ties?

  • Suns Stay Alive With Blowout Win

    The Phoenix Suns avoided a four-game sweep at the hands of the San Antonio Spurs with a dominant win in Game Four of the best-of-seven series on Sunday afternoon.

  • Hill Still Questionable For Game Four

    Grant Hill remains questionable for the Suns in Game Four against the Spurs on Sunday night.

  • D'Antoni In Trouble In Phoenix?

    With Phoenix sitting only one loss away from elimination and a first round sweep, there is belief of Mike D'Antoni not being back with the Suns next season.

  • Career-High 41 For Parker, Spurs Take 3-0 Series Lead

    The Spurs' Tony Parker scored a career-high 41 points on Friday night to lead San Antonio to a 115-99 win over the Phoenix Suns.

  • Spurs Think Barbosa Threw Punch

    The Spurs believe that Suns' guard Leandro Barbosa attempted to punch Manu Ginobili, with the NBA determining that Barbosa's actions did not warrant a suspension.

  • Grant Hill Wins 'Sportsmanship' Award

    The Suns' Grant Hill has won the Joe Dumars trophy for outstanding sportsmanship, as determined by a vote of NBA players.

  • Hill Unlikely For Game 3

    Suns forward Grant Hill is unlikely to play in game 3 due to abdominal/groin issues.

  • Nash Becomes First To Wear Recycled Shoe

    Point guard Steve Nash has become the first athlete ever to wear recycled high-performance shoes.

  • Spurs Dominate Third, Beat Suns

    The San Antonio Spurs outscored the Phoenix Suns 27-11 in the third quarter to come back and take a 2-0 series lead with a 102-96 victory on Tuesday night.

  • Suns' Hill Questionable For Tonight's Game

    As of Tuesday morning, Suns' forward Grant Hill was still experiencing pain in his abdomen/groin area and is questionable for tonight's game 2 matchup with the Spurs.

  • Shaq: Kurt's Flopping Is Unmanly

    Shaquille O'Neal considers the art of "flopping" an unmanly act.

  • Reinjured Groin Could Cut Hill's Game 2 Time

    Grant Hill re-injured his groin while taking a charge on Michael Finley early in Game 1, and may be hampered through the remainder of the series.

  • Mad Shaq: 'We Beat Ourselves'

    If you ask Shaquille O'Neal, the San Antonio Spurs did not beat his Suns on Saturday; the Suns beat the Suns.

  • Duncan Saves Spurs In Game 1 Win Over Phoenix

    The defending champion San Antonio Spurs beat the Phoenix Suns 117-115 in Game 1 of their first-round NBA playoff series on Saturday.

  • Suns Sign Linton Johnson

    The Phoenix Suns signed forward Linton Johnson for the remainder of the season.

  • Hill To Sit Wednesday Night For Suns

    Grant Hill will sit for the Suns on Wednesday night in the team's season finale against the Blazers.

  • Hill's Injury Not Considered Serious

    Grant Hill aggravated his lingering groin injury in the Suns' win over the Warriors on Monday night, but it does not appear to be serious.

  • Warriors Lose Game To Suns, Playoff Battle To Nuggets

    The Warriors' loss to the Suns on Monday night clinched the final playoff spot in the West for the idle Nuggets.

  • McGrady: Shaq Giving Amaré Boost

    Tracy McGrady believes that the Suns "have it all" with the addition of Shaquille O'Neal.

  • Shaq Will Sit Against Memphis With Hip Bruise

    Shaquille O'Neal will not play for the Suns when they take on the Grizzlies on Tuesday night because of a hip bruise.

  • Suns Recall Alando Tucker

    The Phoenix Suns recalled rookie swingman Alando Tucker from the Albuquerque Thunderbirds of the NBA Development League.

  • Suns' Hill Expects To Return Friday

    Grant Hill has told the Arizona Republic that he expects to be back in uniform for Phoenix on Friday after missing the last three games with a strained groin.

  • Houston Gets Workout From Suns

    Allan Houston, who fell short in his comeback attempt with the New York Knicks in the pre-season, worked out out on the Phoenix Suns' practice court Thursday after the team’s practice session.

  • Nash: Amaré Deserves MVP

    Steve Nash believes that teammate Amaré Stoudemire deserves to win this season's NBA Most Valuable Player award.

  • RGM Rundown For Apr. 1st: Denver Outlasts Phoenix

    The Nuggets won an extremely hard-fought battle with the Suns on Tuesday night. Read about Denver's win and more in the RealGM Daily Rundown for April 1st's games!