On Episode 28 of the Suns After Dark Podcast, Gerald Bourguet answers a bunch of questions from the Monthly Mailbag for July, plus Stephen Gillaspie from No Ceilings NBA joins the show to break down the Phoenix Suns' youngsters!

First, Gerald dives into questions from Patreon members, ranging from Miles Bridges' fit in the starting five, to trying to build the perfect supporting cast around Devin Booker, to predicting the Suns' win total for next season. Plus, he gives his thoughts on The Odyssey, House of the Dragon S3 and his favorite album of the year!

After that, Stephen Gillaspie joins the show to recap what we saw from Khaman Maluach, Koa Peat, Rasheer Fleming and Koby Brea during NBA Summer League, what to expect from them next season, and how all these youngsters might fit in the rotation now that Miles Bridges has joined a crowded frontcourt.

0:00 - Intro

2:15 - Monthly Mailbag begins with best- and worst-case scenarios for Suns

8:45 - Predicting Suns' win total

10:20 - Miles Bridges trade and fit with starting five questions

16:30 - Whether Suns are done with their offseason

17:25 - Building the ideal dream roster around Devin Booker

23:30 - Questions about Khaman Maluach, Rasheer Fleming, Koa Peat and Ryan Dunn

33:30 - Can Haywood Highsmith work his way into the rotation?

35:40 - Why can't NBA players hit free throws?

38:00 - Mike's 6 or Sam's 6?

41:20 - Better nicknames for Khaman Maluach

43:20 - The Odyssey, House of the Dragon S3 and favorite album of 2026

49:55 - Stephen Gillaspie on Khaman Maluach's impressive Summer League

58:10 - Stephen Gillaspie on Suns trading up for Koa Peat and how he looked in Vegas

1:02:30 - Stephen Gillaspie on Rasheer Fleming's bright future

1:06:00 - Stephen Gillaspie on Koby Brea disappointing

1:09:20 - Stephen Gillaspie on which youngsters will be left out of Suns' crowded frontcourt rotation

On Episode 27 of the Suns After Dark Podcast, it's time to circle back for some extended thoughts on Miles Bridges' introductory press conference with Brian Gregory, plus Golden State Warriors reporter Kerith Burke joins to give some insight on Pat Spencer's NBA journey!

To start things off, Gerald gives his lengthy reaction to Bridges' and Gregory's comments during his introductory presser and why they ultimately fell short of fully addressing the concerns of Suns fans.

After that, Burke joins the show to give her perspective on Spencer's time with the Warriors, his game, his lacrosse background, what makes him tick, and plenty more!

0:00 - Intro

1:20 - Gerald's thoughts on the Miles Bridges introductory presser

26:05 - Kerith Burke provides insight on Pat Spencer

On Episode 26 of the Suns After Dark Podcast, Gerald Bourguet is joined by ClutchPoints' Hayden Cilley to give their impressions of the important Phoenix Suns players participating in 2026 NBA Summer League!

To start things off, they discuss how dominant Khaman Maluach has looked in Summer League, and how his potential fits in with a Suns center rotation that already includes Mark Williams and Oso Ighodaro.

From there, they break down how impressive Koa Peat has been, including whether he'll be able to crack Jordan Ott's rotation with Miles Bridges, Rasheer Fleming and Ryan Dunn providing competition at the 4-spot.

Next, it's time to admit their disappointment with Koby Brea's performance in Summer League, and why he's still very much a G League player.

Finally, they close by taking a look at Rasheer Fleming's underwhelming numbers and why they really aren't a big deal for an underrated glue guy.

0:00 - Intro

3:45 - Impressions of Khaman Maluach's dominant performances in Summer League

15:30 - Koa Peat impressing at NBA Summer League

22:35 - Koby Brea's disappointing time at Summer League

36:30 - Concern over Rasheer Fleming's Summer League stint?

On Episode 25 of the Suns After Dark Podcast, Gerald Bourguet is joined by James Plowright and Anthony Irwin to give an in-depth scouting report on the Phoenix Suns' two newest additions, Miles Bridges and Luke Kennard!

First, Plowright takes Suns fans through the Hornets' perspective of how the fanbase handled all of Bridges' off-court allegations after he pled no contest to a felony domestic violence charge, and whether the Suns gave up too much in the trade. Then, he dives into his fit in Phoenix, as well as the strengths and weaknesses of his game, including the misnomer about his rim pressure, his poor shooting, his underrated defense and passing, and more.

After that, Irwin joins the show to give his thoughts on Kennard's elite shooting on low volume, his underrated playmaking chops, his abhorrent defense, and how he should fit in Phoenix.

0:00 - Intro

2:00 - James Plowright on Hornets fans' reaction to Miles Bridges' DV charges and the trade

9:50 - James Plowright on the Hornets' perspective of the Miles Bridges trade with Phoenix

14:00 - James Plowright on Miles Bridges' strengths, weaknesses and fit

32:10 - Anthony Irwin on Luke Kennard leaving the Lakers to sign with the Suns

34:15 - Anthony Irwin on Luke Kennard's strengths, weaknesses and fit

On Episode 24 of the Suns After Dark Podcast, Gerald Bourguet is joined by Doug Haller of The Athletic to break down the Phoenix Suns' controversial trade for Miles Bridges.

To start, they discuss Bridges' history of domestic violence and why this trade runs counter to everything the Suns have publicly prioritized in terms of adding players of high character.

Then, they examine how Bridges' game does and doesn't fit with the Suns on the court, where he can help them at the 4-spot, and where his weaknesses as a player will be felt, especially when it comes to shooting and spacing the floor around Devin Booker.

After that, they take a look at what the Suns are building and the confusing state of their roster after the draft and the Miles Bridges trade as Phoenix enters free agency.

From there, they dive into the Suns' salary cap situation after these latest moves, plus a few free agency targets that might make sense to help address Phoenix's need for shooting.

Finally, Haller gives his thoughts on landing Koa Peat in the draft and his character from his time covering the Wildcats down in Tucson.

0:00 - Intro

1:25 - The off-court ramifications of trading for Miles Bridges

10:50 - Miles Bridges' on-court fit

26:10 - The confusing state of the Suns' roster

32:20 - Suns' cap situation rundown and possible free agency targets

39:50 - Impressions of rookie Koa Peat

On Episode 23 of the Suns After Dark Podcast, Gerald Bourguet is joined by Arizona basketball experts Kevin Thomas and Justin Spears to break down the newest addition to the Phoenix Suns, Koa Peat!

First, Kevin Thomas joins the show to give his perspective on Peat falling to No. 30 in the 2026 NBA Draft, his strengths and weaknesses as an NBA prospect, and how he might be able to help the Suns if he can develop his jump shot.

After that, Justin Spears hops on to give his perspective on Phoenix trading up to land Peat, how his downhill driving, defense and underrated passing ability will translate to the NBA, his winning attributes as "Mr. Arizona," and whether he's concerned about his 3-point shot.

Plus, we share a few thoughts from post-draft media availability with Suns general manager Brian Gregory, who gave his take on Koa Peat's 3-point shot, what makes him such a winner and good fit for the Suns DNA, and why it's so special this hometown kid will be staying in Arizona.

0:00 - Intro

1:40 - Kevin Thomas on Koa Peat sliding to No. 30

4:55 - Kevin Thomas on the strengths Koa Peat showed in college at Arizona

9:05 - Kevin Thomas on Koa Peat's inefficient midrange jumper and 3-point shot

14:00 - Kevin Thomas on Koa Peat's defense and winning attributes

16:10 - Gerald Bourguet on the Suns not working out Koa Peat before picking him

17:45 - Kevin Thomas on expectations for Koa Peat in Year 1

19:10 - Justin Spears on the Suns trading up for Koa Peat in the draft

21:55 - Justin Spears on Koa Peat's strengths and freshman season at Arizona

24:30 - Brian Gregory and Justin Spears on Koa Peat's winning attributes

28:55 - Justin Spears on Koa Peat's defense, passing, best position and Aaron Gordon comparison

33:00 - Brian Gregory and Justin Spears on Koa Peat's 3-point shot

39:35 - Justin Spears Koa Peat's development and learning from Devin Booker and Dillon Brooks

42:00 - Justin Spears and Brian Gregory on Koa Peat's character, personality and being the hometown kid

On Episode 22 of the Suns After Dark Podcast, Gerald Bourguet is joined by ESPN's Bobby Marks to break down the Phoenix Suns' upcoming offseason, from the 2026 NBA Draft to free agency and beyond!

To start off, the two cover the possibility (or likelihood) that the Suns trade up in the 2026 NBA Draft given the assets at their disposal and GM Brian Gregory's recent track record of trading all over the place in the last two drafts.

After that, they examine how the NBA's recent draft lottery reforms impact the value of first-round picks, especially for a team that doesn't control many of their future first-rounders like the Suns.

From there, they take a look at the Suns' salary cap situation ahead of free agency and what new contracts might look like for the Suns' three key free agents: Collin Gillespie, Jordan Goodwin and Mark Williams (the last of which will be a bit trickier as a restricted free agent).

Next, Marks clarifies which mid-level exception the Suns will have at their disposal (the $6 million taxpayer MLE or $15 million non-taxpayer MLE), and why the first apron - not the luxury tax - is the line to be more concerned about when it comes to the Suns' cap situation.

Then, the Suns' potential contract extension for Dillon Brooks takes centerstage, before diving into the reasons why Phoenix's emphasis on running it back with continuity and player development makes sense.

Finally, Marks gives his thoughts on Devin Booker's massive contract extension and trying to build around it as the salary cap continues to rise.

0:00 - Intro

0:50 - Possibility of Suns trading up in the 2026 NBA Draft

4:35 - Valuing the Suns' 2 tradeable first-round picks after NBA Draft Lottery reforms

6:30 - Suns' salary cap situation and why aprons are a bigger concern than luxury tax

10:05 - Which MLE the Suns will likely have access to

12:10 - Collin Gillespie's market value in free agency

15:15 - Jordan Goodwin's market value in free agency

16:45 - Mark Williams' market value in restricted free agency

20:15 - Dillon Brooks' contract extension

23:10 - Why Suns' emphasis on running it back makes sense

24:45 - Concern over Devin Booker's contract extension?

On Episode 21 of the Suns After Dark Podcast, Gerald Bourguet is joined by HoopsHype's Mike Scotto to give some Phoenix Suns predictions for the upcoming offseason, discuss why it might be a quiet summer for the Suns, and present a few trade-up scenarios for the 2026 NBA Draft.

In the first half of the show, Scotto hops on to give his predictions for what type of contract to expect for Collin Gillespie and Jordan Goodwin in unrestricted free agency. Then, they break down Mark Williams' restricted free agency and the different options that could unfold. Next up, they take a look at what to expect with Dillon Brooks' likely contract extension.

Finally, the duo examines the value of trade candidates in Grayson Allen and Royce O'Neale, why it could be a relatively quiet offseason for the Suns, and the impact of the NBA Draft Lottery reforms.

After that, Gerald walks Suns fans though a few draft-specific trade-up scenarios, and why it's likely that GM Brian Gregory is active in trying to move up on draft night.

0:00 - Intro

2:00 - Predictions for Collin Gillespie's free agency

5:40 - Predictions for Jordan Goodwin's free agency

8:35 - Predictions for Mark Williams' restricted free agency

13:55 - Predictions for Dillon Brooks' contract extension

20:05 - Value of Grayson Allen and Royce O'Neale as trade candidates

22:30 - Why this Suns offseason might be quieter

29:30 - Impact of NBA Draft Lottery reforms on Suns and the rest of the league

31:20 - Potential trade-up scenarios for the Suns in the 2026 NBA Draft

On Episode 20 of the Suns After Dark Podcast, Gerald Bourguet is joined by No Ceilings' Nathan Grubel for a big NBA Draft episode!

First, they discuss tanking and break down the league's NBA Draft Lottery reforms, including the reasons why it feels like a bridge too far in trying to punish the most blatant tankers.

After that, they dive into potential first-round prospects the Phoenix Suns should consider if they find a way to trade up higher in 2026 NBA Draft.

Next up, they take a deep dive on some second-round prospects that would make sense for the Suns at pick No. 47 (or somewhere in that range, since GM Brian Gregory likes to move up in the second round).

Finally, they close out with their review for the latest Star Wars movie, The Mandalorian And Grogu.

0:00 - Intro

1:50 - NBA Draft Lottery changes and problems with 3-2-1 system

13:30 - 1st-round prospect: Ebuka Okorie

21:20 - 1st-round prospect: Yaxel Lendeborg

26:00 - 1st-round prospect: Joshua Jefferson

30:55 - 2nd-round prospect: Jaden Bradley

39:10 - 2nd-round prospect: Baba Miller

44:30 - 2nd-round prospect: Trevon Brazile

51:30 - 2nd-round prospect: Zuby Ejiofor

59:20 - Star Wars: The Mandalorian And Grogu

On Episode 19 of the Suns After Dark Podcast, Gerald Bourguet is joined by Saul Bookman to breakdown a plethora of hypothetical Phoenix Suns trades, plus a few prospects in the 2026 NBA Draft!

First, Gerald clears the air about what happened with their former employer.

Then, it's time for fake Suns trades! From Obi Toppin, Andrew Wiggins and Bobby Portis to more ambitious moves like Kawhi Leonard, Julius Randle and Aaron Gordon, the duo spends the meat of the show going through a bunch of potential Suns trades to try and figure out how this team can improve without disrupting their chemistry, fixating on trades involving Jalen Green, Grayson Allen and Royce O'Neale in particular.

Finally, Saul gives his insight on some draft prospects that might make sense for the Suns at pick No. 47, as well as a few first-round prospects that might be worth trading up for.

0:00 - Intro

6:20 - Hypothetical Suns trade: Michael Porter Jr.

10:05 - Hypothetical Suns trade: Ziaire Williams

12:55 - Hypothetical Suns trade: Obi Toppin

16:15 - Hypothetical Suns trade: Andrew Wiggins

19:30 - Hypothetical Suns trades: Kyle Kuzma/Bobby Portis

24:10 - Hypothetical Suns trade: Aaron Gordon

27:40 - Hypothetical Suns trade: Cam Johnson

30:50 - Hypothetical Suns trade: Draymond Green

33:55 - Hypothetical Suns trade: Kawhi Leonard

37:35 - Hypothetical Suns trade: Julius Randle

41:00 - Hypothetical Suns trade: Jrue Holiday

44:55 - Hypothetical Suns trade: Herb Jones

52:00 - Second-round prospects for Suns in 2026 NBA Draft (Jeremy Fears, Jaden Bradley)

59:10 - First-round prospects if Suns trade up in 2026 NBA Draft (Aday Mara, Koa Peat, Joshua Jefferson)