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EPISODE · Jan 9, 2026 · 52 MIN

KD scapegoated? Jordan Ott for COY? Is Devin Booker an All-Star? (feat. Brian Windhorst)

from Suns After Dark: A Phoenix Suns Podcast

On the fourth episode of the Suns After Dark Podcast, Gerald Bourguet is joined by ESPN's Brian Windhorst to break down the Phoenix Suns' surprising 2025-26 season so far!First, they start with Kevin Durant's revenge game-winner against the Suns and his "scapegoated" comments after the fact. Was KD scapegoated in Phoenix? Or does he deserve his fair share of blame for how the Suns spiraled last year?Then, Windy tells some stories about his time covering the Suns in Phoenix, including his memories of the 2021 and 2022 teams, the ESPN story exposing Robert Server and more.After that, Gerald gets Windy's thoughts on how the Suns have drastically exceeded expectations this season, including people underestimating the Dillon Brooks Experience. From there, it's time to examine Jordan Ott's case for Coach of the Year, whether Devin Booker should be an All-Star this season, and their main competition for those accolades.Finally, they discuss the upcoming 2026 NBA Trade Deadline and what to expect from the Suns.0:00 - Intro2:35 - Thoughts on Kevin Durant's "scapegoated" comments11:45 - Windy's stories from covering the 2021-22 Suns20:10 - How this Suns team has exceeded expectations28:20 - Underestimating the impact of the Dillon Brooks Experience35:35 - OUR FIRST EVER AD BREAK!36:40 - Jordan Ott's case and competition for Coach of the Year42:35 - Devin Booker's All-Star case and competition46:20 - What to expect from Suns at 2026 NBA Trade Deadline

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