Suns updates and discussion for the 2019-20 season

[ProdigalSun]

Some things about Ricky Rubio so far through 9 games of the season (8 played)

1. 3 point shooting. 37.5%. Career best
2. 8.6 assists.
3. 2.3 turnovers. Career low.
4. 6.8 rebounds. Career best by a lot.

Just a few games ago, his outside shot looked horrible. He has improved his percentage a lot in a few games. His mid-range shot is still not good.

Rubio’s game has similar strengths to Kidd back in the day. Kidd was able to improve the spot up 3 later in his career... maybe Rubio can do the same?

 

[Mainstreet]

Kellan Olson‏Verified account @KellanOlson

Suns have announced they will break ground on the site of the new training facility on Wednesday at 3p.

2:46 PM - 11 Nov 2019

 

[Mainstreet]

This could impact the Suns if Fox is not ready to play when the Suns face the Kings on November 19th.


Zach Lowe‏Verified account @ZachLowe_NBA

Sacramento's De'Aaron Fox suffered an apparent ankle sprain at practice today, sources tell @wojespn and me. Kings medical team is doing testing to determine the severity of the injury, and if Fox needs to miss any time, sources say.

2:43 PM - 11 Nov 2019

 

[Hoop Head]

Rubio’s game has similar strengths to Kidd back in the day. Kidd was able to improve the spot up 3 later in his career... maybe Rubio can do the same?

I was going to make that same comparison after seeing the numbers for him. Here's hoping he can keep up that 3pt shooting going forward.

Unlike some other bad shooters like Lonzo and Ben Simmons, Rubio is good at the FT line, so I think confidence is a big thing he struggles with for his shooting.

 

[Superbone]

I've noticed that Rubio's shot is flat. He just needs to add a little arc to it. I hope he's working on that.

 

[95pro]

I've noticed that Rubio's shot is flat. He just needs to add a little arc to it. I hope he's working on that.

It’s too compact and mostly wrist. He needs to push it up a bit with his arms.

 

[Mainstreet]

Here is a picture of the site of the Suns new practice facility. Gorgeous.

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[Mainstreet]

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[Mainstreet]

Kellan Olson‏Verified account @KellanOlson


Monty Williams said the Suns' practice facility will be unlike any other in the NBA because "it's right where we all live."

On top of how easy it makes for the people going to work there, it's convenience for the family to swing by, grab food across the street, etc.

12:45 PM - 13 Nov 2019

 

[Mainstreet]

Kellan Olson‏Verified account @KellanOlson

August 1 is the planned date for completion of the facility

2:13 PM - 13 Nov 2019

 

[Mainstreet]

Duane Rankin‏Verified account @DuaneRankin

$45 million for #Suns practice facility.

2:05 PM - 13 Nov 2019

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[Mainstreet]

Kellan Olson‏Verified account @KellanOlson


Jones said as a player that there’s nothing more important than walking in and knowing you have the best. Described this as an advantage for them as a franchise.

2:13 PM - 13 Nov 2019

 

[Mainstreet]

Kellan Olson‏Verified account @KellanOlson


Jones said the building will be “jumping.” Referenced how much players and coaches are already around morning and night.

2:12 PM - 13 Nov 2019

 

[Mainstreet]

Kellan Olson‏Verified account @KellanOlson


Sarver said they’ll have 24/7 access to the practice facility. Scanning via the eyeballs for access.

Facility will have outdoor elements. A turf 40 yards long is one.

2:08 PM - 13 Nov 2019

 

[Mainstreet]

Kellan Olson‏Verified account @KellanOlson


Sarver said he expects 60% of the renovations in the arena done next year and then the rest the year after.

2:05 PM - 13 Nov 2019

 

[Mainstreet]

Here is the ground breaking.

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[Mainstreet]

Suns have a triangle of communication.


Kellan Olson‏Verified account @KellanOlson

Sarver referred to a "communication triangle" he has with Jones and Williams.

3:09 PM - 13 Nov 2019

 

[Superbone]

Suns have a triangle of communication.


Kellan Olson‏Verified account @KellanOlson

Sarver referred to a "communication triangle" he has with Jones and Williams.

3:09 PM - 13 Nov 2019

Can't we just make it a straight line?

 

[Superbone]

This would be a case where I wouldn't mind cutting corners. At least Sarver's corner of the triangle.

 

[RON_IN_OC]

Can't we just make it a straight line?

The triangle worked for Phil Jackson...lol

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[Mainstreet]

Can't we just make it a straight line?

I was thinking more like a circle of trust.

 

[CRC83]

The combined record of teams we have lost to so far is 30-11. This schedule has been tough.

 

[Mainstreet]

Robert Sarver talks to the media.

Here is a snippet:


“The good news for me about what we’re doing right now is that I think we have a really good foundation,” he said. “When I look at the communication triangle with myself and James and Monty and then I look at the players we have and the combination of youth and veterans, I think we have something we can keep running for a long time, so I think we’re building something that is sustainable.”


https://arizonasports.com/story/2154661/robert-sarver-comments-on-newfound-success-for-phoenix-suns/

 

[BC867]

Suns have a triangle of communication.


Kellan Olson‏Verified account @KellanOlson

Sarver referred to a "communication triangle" he has with Jones and Williams.

3:09 PM - 13 Nov 2019

There he goes again. Trying to equate himself to real NBA people.

 

[JCSunsfan]

There he goes again. Trying to equate himself to real NBA people.

He is the owner, after all. He has been an owner for more than a decade. He is a real NBA person. Like it or not.