The Timeline: A Phoenix Suns Podcast Internal Development: Ryan Dunn, Collin Gillespie, and Oso Ighodaro
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Sep 9, 2025 Explore the journey of three young Phoenix Suns players and their potential impact on the upcoming season. Delve into the intricate world of player development, focusing on Ryan Dunn and Collin Gillespie’s growth. The discussion highlights statistical analyses of their performance and challenges, including defensive dynamics and offensive strategies. With a dose of humor, the speakers navigate the excitement surrounding these players, while also touching on coaching's pivotal role in their development.
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Ryan Dunn Is The Key Development Piece
- Ryan Dunn's development matters most of the three young Suns for the team's short-term success.
- His ceiling is a top wing defender while his floor is a bench defensive role, so growth matters now.
Offense Already Improving For Dunn
- Dunn already showed noticeable offensive growth from college to his rookie NBA season.
- His three-point willingness combined with finishing ability creates a realistic path to a reliable role scorer.
Attack The Rim And Fix Free Throws
- Improve free-throw shooting and attack the rim to convert transition chances.
- Seek contact and finish more aggressively to raise scoring and draw fewer shooting fouls.