Suns forward Miles Bridges posts 24-point double-double but defense questioned
The gist
Suns forward Miles Bridges had 24 points and 10 rebounds in a 127-120 loss to the Nuggets.
Phoenix paid a heavy trade price, and his early defense is under scrutiny.
How it unfolded
- Jul 8, 2026The Athletic reports on Bridges' "complicated Suns arrival" and what it means for the team's culture, describing him as a throwback player expected to join a frontline with Dillon Brooks and Mark Williams.
- Aug 5, 2026The Suns announce the acquisition of veteran forward Miles Bridges.
- Oct 4, 2026Arizona Sports reports Phoenix acquired the 28-year-old forward from the Charlotte Hornets for Grayson Allen and Royce O'Neale plus an unprotected 2033 first-round pick.