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EPISODE · Jul 30, 2025 · 33 MIN

What's The Bigger NEED For The Suns, Point Guard Or Power Forward? And Can Josh Giddey Fix Both?

from Locked On Suns - Daily Podcast On The Phoenix Suns · host Locked On Podcast Network

Is the Phoenix Suns' biggest need really at point guard? Benjamin Garcia challenges this common belief, arguing that power forward is the more pressing concern for the team. Garcia explores the concept of "Steve Nash Syndrome" and how it affects fans' perceptions of roster needs. He discusses potential trade targets Josh Giddey and Jonathan Kuminga, comparing their stats and fit with the Suns' playing style. The host also analyzes a missed trade opportunity with the New Orleans Pelicans and defends the Suns' decision to keep their draft pick. Tune in for a fresh perspective on the Suns' roster construction and insights into how modern NBA offenses are evolving beyond traditional positions. 0:00 Intro: Suns' biggest concern - PG or PF? 5:10 The "Steve Nash Syndrome" and point guard obsession 10:48 Why Devin Booker is the best PG option 15:23 Josh Giddey as potential solution for Suns 21:34 Comparing Giddey vs. Kuminga for Suns 26:09 Suns' draft night decision on Cam Whitmore 30:42 Future plans for Locked On Suns podcast 📲 Follow Locked On Suns on TikTok Locked On Suns https://www.tiktok.com/@lockedonphxsuns?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc 📲 Follow Locked On Suns on Instagram Locked On Suns https://www.instagram.com/lockedonphxsuns/ 📲 Follow Locked On Suns on X Locked On Suns https://x.com/LockedOnPHXSuns Brendon Kleen https://x.com/BrendonKleen14 Ben Garcia https://x.com/BenGarciaShow Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOSuns?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Robinhood Robinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold. Mint Mobile To get the new customer offer and your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just $15 a month, go to mintmobile.com/lockedonnba. See Mint Mobile for details. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel You can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #PhoenixSuns #DevinBooker #NBA Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is the Phoenix Suns' biggest need really at point guard? Benjamin Garcia challenges this common belief, arguing that power forward is the more pressing concern for the team. Garcia explores the concept of "Steve Nash Syndrome" and how it affects fans' perceptions of roster needs. He discusses potential trade targets Josh Giddey and Jonathan Kuminga, comparing their stats and fit with the Suns' playing style. The host also analyzes a missed trade opportunity with the New Orleans Pelicans and defends the Suns' decision to keep their draft pick. Tune in for a fresh perspective on the Suns' roster construction and insights into how modern NBA offenses are evolving beyond traditional positions. 0:00 Intro: Suns' biggest concern - PG or PF? 5:10 The "Steve Nash Syndrome" and point guard obsession 10:48 Why Devin Booker is the best PG option 15:23 Josh Giddey as potential solution for Suns 21:34 Comparing Giddey vs. Kuminga for Suns 26:09 Suns' draft night decision on Cam Whitmore 30:42 Future plans for Locked On Suns podcast 📲 Follow Locked On Suns on TikTok Locked On Suns https://www.tiktok.com/@lockedonphxsuns?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc 📲 Follow Locked On Suns on Instagram Locked On Suns https://www.instagram.com/lockedonphxsuns/ 📲 Follow Locked On Suns on X Locked On Suns https://x.com/LockedOnPHXSuns Brendon Kleen https://x.com/BrendonKleen14 Ben Garcia https://x.com/BenGarciaShow Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOSuns?sid=YouTube Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNBA 📢 Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Robinhood Robinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold. Mint Mobile To get the new customer offer and your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just $15 a month, go to mintmobile.com/lockedonnba. See Mint Mobile for details. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel You can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #PhoenixSuns #DevinBooker #NBA

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Is the Phoenix Suns' biggest need really at point guard? Benjamin Garcia challenges this common belief, arguing that power forward is the more pressing concern for the team. Garcia explores the concept of "Steve Nash Syndrome" and how it affects...

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