DEBATE: The Additions Of Miles Bridges And Luke Kennard Make The Suns BETTER, But How Much Better?

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Phoenix Suns fans split on the Miles Bridges trade: did the unprotected 2033 pick cost too much for a questionable on-court fit? Benjamin Garcia and guest Gabe Guerrero from the ⁨@SunsValleyPodcast⁩ debate Bridges' impact, scrutinizing the Suns' offensive spacing, three-point shooting concerns with Mark Williams, Jalen Green, and Dillon Brooks, and whether the starting lineup is built for today’s NBA. The duo doesn’t shy away from the off-court controversies surrounding Bridges either, asking tough questions about the front office’s decision-making and expectations for the coming season. The episode spotlights the addition of Luke Kennard as a much-needed three-point threat, evaluating how his elite shooting and fit could upgrade the bench rotation. Can Phoenix’s roster tweaks make them more than a play-in team, or will stylistic overlap and a thin wing rotation hold them back in the West? Insider perspectives and candid fan reactions shape a must-listen Suns discussion as key moves set the stage for a pivotal season. 00:00 Gabe Guerrero on Miles Bridges fit 06:01 Rim pressure issues with lineup 08:41 NBA trading and future picks 10:45 Discussing Suns press conference strategy 16:00 Player's shooting confidence discussion 17:57 Discussing player confidence issues 22:16 Team growth and shooting strategy 25:01 Evaluating Jalen Green's performance 29:19 Talking about young NBA talent 30:45 Concerns with Jalen, Dillon, Miles 35:25 Guest conversations with listeners!