The Timeline: A Phoenix Suns Podcast
Episodes
BONUS: Interview With Mike Prada of SB Nation
07 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mike Prada of SB Nation joins to talk about his recent article about the Suns. Read his article here: https://www.sbnation.com/nba/2019/11/4/20944001/...
Devin Booker Sinks the Sixers! How Sustainable Is This?
05 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Devin Booker gets MVP chants in Phoenix as the Suns beat the Sixers. We talk about that game and how sustainable this run is for this team. Shout out ...
Suns Beat Clippers and Deandre Ayton Suspended
27 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The Suns are much better than last year...but how much better? We talk about that plus quick thoughts on how the Deandre Ayton suspension will effect ...
KINGSLAYERS - Game One Reactions
24 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Sam hop on the mic immediately after the buzzer in the Suns incredible game one victory to give first reactions and thoughts. End song by Cal...
Preseason Overreactions
13 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
What it do baby?? Basketball is back! First we talk about the concept of the 0.5 Seconds or Less Offense. Then we scoured the internet to take the big...
2019-2020 SEASON PREVIEW SPECIAL!
07 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We recap the entire 2019 Offseason then cover the biggest questions facing the Suns going forward! Thanks to our partners Axios and Harrys. Sign-up at...
Training Camp and Media Day with Kellan Olson
02 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
ArizonaSports.com writer and host of the Empire of the Suns podcast joins to give his thoughts on training camp in Flagstaff (where he is right now) a...
Suns Superlatives with Dave King
25 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Dave King, managing editor of Bright Side of the Sun, joins us to do our now annual "Suns Superlatives". We cover everything from most likely to fail ...
Interview with Lindsey Smith! Plus Rubio MVP and More!
18 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Lindsey Smith, Digital Reporter/Host of the Outlet Podcast and Suns Sideline Reporter joins us to talk about her journey to the Suns, the new Suns Tea...
FIBA and more with @BaynesFanClub
04 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The proprietor of @BaynesFanClub the best account on Twitter joins us to talk Fiba and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices....
Annual Over/Under Episode w/Matt Moore and Max McCauley
29 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This is our second annual Over/Under Episode! First we talk to Matt Moore aka @HPBasketball (Hardwood Paroxysm) about why he's in on the Suns Over. Th...
UNC Assistant Coach Brad Frederick on Cameron Johnson
21 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mike and Sam talk about whether it's ok to double team in a pickup game, the rookie surveys, and then bring on Coach Brad Frederick who worked directl...
Tom Leander Interview Plus Suns Schedule Reaction
15 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The great Tom Leander, former Suns play by play announcer and current Pre and Post-Game show host, joins to tell amazing stories from his long career ...
Interview with Ty Jerome's Dad - Mark Jerome
07 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Jerome, coach and father of Ty Jerome, joined us to talk about his son's journey to the NBA and what they've learned along the way. Ending song b...
Offseason Mailbag - Kelly Oubre's Role, Starting 5 Predictions, Hot Dogs, and More!
24 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Twitter and Reddit supplied the questions, we answered them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simpleca...
Analyzing the Offseason Using Data featuring Tim from The B-BALL Index
17 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We analyze the suns offseason moves with analytics and data from the B-Ball Index with their Founder Tim (@Tim_NBA). Learn more about your ad choices...
The NBA Has Changed, Summer League, and No More Josh Jackson
10 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Where you when Woj dropped his bombs? LAC is tough and the Suns division gets tougher. We talk about how the league has changed and how it effects the...
Muchachos Del Valle - Free Agency Reactions!
02 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Sam and Mike talk react to a crazy NBA Free Agency. The Suns finally have a PG! We are also joined by Richie Randall of Buzz Beat a Charlotte Hornets ...
Mega-Free Agency Special!
26 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This is our 2019 NBA FREE AGENCY SPECIAL! In this jumbo episode we talk about our main takeaways from the NBA Draft one week later and how those picks...
WTF 2019 - Goodbye TJ - Hello Cameron Johnson, Dario Saric, Aron Baynes, and Ty Jerome
21 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
That was weird. Experience our immediate thoughts right after the first round of the NBA Draft Ended and the Suns were featured in 3 separate Woj Bomb...
One Year Anniversary Episode featuring Jonathan Wasserman of Bleacher Report and The Lottery Podcast
12 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We made it to a year! Listen to us celebrate the one year anniversary of The Timeline Podcast plus welcome Mike back from overseas. Jonathan Wasserman...
Hardwood Knocks' Phoenix Suns Exit Interview
04 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Sam is featured as the main guest on Hardwood Knocks, a fellow Blue Wire podcast. Hosts Dan Favale and Andy Bailey give Sam their Phoenix Suns exit in...
Re-run of our Episode 10 Special - An Oral History of the 2009-2010 Suns
03 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
With Mike out of town for another week, here's another chance to listen to our 2010 Suns doc featuring Espo! We cover everything from preseason expect...
Sarver Secretly Selling? Cold Takes, More Monty, and Richaun "Hot and Smoldering" Holmes
27 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
"Sell the team, sell the team, sell the team". Is Sarver actually considering selling? We talk about why now would be a good time and whether or not w...
Interview With Kevin Ray the Voice of The Phoenix Suns and Monty Williams Press Conference Reactions
22 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin Ray (@KRay1), the voice of the television broadcast for the Suns for Fox Sports Arizona joins us to talk about his time with the Suns. Plus we r...
Sixth Pick, JJ Arrested, and Interview with The Suns Fan At The Lakers Protest
15 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The Basketball gods have struck again and the Suns are picking Sixth. We break down our options for drafting and trades. We also talk about how Josh J...
Blue Wire Buckets - May 12th Episode Selection
13 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Sam is joined by Mo Dakhil & Justin Rowan on Blue Wire Buckets, Blue Wire's roundtable NBA Playoffs podcast. Here is a segment from the most recent ep...
The Phoenix Suns Will Definitely Sign Kevin Durant
09 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The Phoenix Suns have a coach. The guys talk about Monty and what he could be good at and what keeps them up at night. bluewirepods.com Learn more ab...
Arizona Tea, Coaches, and Floor Zero PLUS Shamit Dua on Monty Williams
03 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The guys are back to talk about the insane amount of news in what should be a slow news time of year. First they talk about joining the Blue Wire Podc...
BONUS EPISODE: MAILBAG, Zion, Ja, Arena Update and MORE!
26 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We are joined by our friend Tisdue from Reddit to answer a bunch of excellent mailbag questions that are focused on this offseason. What would happen ...
EMERGENCY PODCAST – Igor Kokoskov Fired Featuring Sreekar (@sreekyshooter)
23 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Sreekar the Sreeky Shooter joins us to react to the insane Igor Kokoskov firing and rumors about Monty Williams. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...
From The Ringer YouTube and Dime Drop – Kyle Mann Plus Max McCauley from the 7SOL Podcast Reviewing Over/Unders
16 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Kyle Mann joins us to talk Devin Booker, Suns 2018 Rookies, the 2019 NBA Draft class, and review episode 1 of Game of Thrones. Then Max McCauley of th...
Let This Season END + NBA Awards
08 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Look, if you’re still listening to a Suns podcast in April, you’re going to listen to this one no matter what this description says. Learn more a...
Suns Win! Superstar Booker, Channing Frye, Zion, and MORE
02 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
SOOO much in this episode, just listen to it. Are you still reading this? Listen to the episode. Who reads these? Learn more about your ad choices. V...
Booker Scores 59!! GET THIS MAN SOME HELP! Plus Richard Stayman on March Madness
26 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Devin Booker is stranded on a desert island. Help him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an ...
From Valley Boyz to Valley Men featuring Richard Stayman AKA “Mavs Draft”
18 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Is this new team for real? Find out how the guys feel about this recent play including the bizarre win agains the Pelicans. Plus the guys welcome retu...
GSW Goes Down! What’s Changed? And a Josh Jackson Intervention.
12 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The guys recap wins against the Bucks, Knicks, and Warriors. Discuss the Kevin Arnovitz hit piece on Sarver. And have an intervention about Josh Jacks...
The Suns BEAT LA! Salty Lakers Fan Tweets, Technology, and Ayton’s Dominant Game!
04 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we get to talk about WINNING. We spend a long time analyzing the fascinating Lakers win. We also read Salty Laker Fan Tweets, and brea...
The streak is over! The Suns Win! Is Igor’s seat still hot?
26 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Gambo reporting that “now would be a good time to fire Igor” right before the Suns win for the first time in 18 tries is the most Gambo thing ever...
Hot Takes and Rising Stars
17 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Sam and Mike dissect hot takes found all over the internet and talk about which ones have merit and which ones are trash. Learn more ...
TRADE DEADLINE REACTIONS
07 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mose Schrute and a whole lotta nothing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company...
Episode 36 – Long Showers, Frustrated Booker, and Pros and Cons of Trading for Mike Conley or Blake Griffin
28 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Mike and Sam talk about the Players Only Meeting the Suns players called “Long Showers” They also discuss the way the team is play...
Episode 35 – YouTube, Power Forwards, and Trade Value
22 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We started a YouTube Channel! Subscribe now to The Timeline: A Phoenix Suns Channel. In this episode we talk about our first video, a solution to our ...
Episode 34 – Who is in #TheTimeline and who is out??
14 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Want to keep Holmes? Want to keep Oubre? Want to know if we can still afford free agents after that? This is the episode for you. Sam is back! The guy...
2019 Resolutions with a Side of Rice
07 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Mike is joined by Reddit friend Rice to talk about 2018 In Review and reveal 2019 Resolutions for each member of the Suns Organization. Special appear...
Episode 32 – Jon Bloom on the Suns New Look, 3J Warren and More!
30 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Jon Bloom takes Sam’s place to talk about the Suns with Mike. Music by Calvin Markus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc...
Christmas Special – A Conversation with Dr Lydecia Holmes, the Mother of Richaun Holmes
25 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Lydecia Holmes was kind enough to join the Timeline to talk about her son being drafted, his unique route to the NBA, what he was like when he was...
Episode 30 – The #GretaStreak CANNOT BE STOPPED
21 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Sam and Mike break down the Suns 4 game win streak covering everything from the lineups, Oubre, coaching, James Jones, and a even make fun of James Ha...
Episode 29 – !!!EMERGENCY!!! HERE COMES AUSTIN RIVERS
15 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
There was almost a trade, then there wasn’t, then there was again. Plus- SquatzMagoo, Greta Rogers, and more. Closing music by Calvin Markus Le...
Episode 28 – What a Week…
10 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Suns fans. Be nice. Just like…be nice you know? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWi...
Episode 27 – Quarterly Report with Kellan Olson and Tim Tompkins!
01 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
A Quarter of the way through the season, it’s time to take our temperature. Kellan writes about the Suns for Arizona Sports/hosts Empire of the Suns...
Episode 26 – Fixing the Bench, John Wall, and Arena Update
26 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Mike and Sam do their best to suggest bench fixes, talk themselves into John Wall, give an update of the Suns Arena situation, and pre...
Episode 25 – Sam and Mike Really Like TJ and Mikal
19 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Seriously they really like them. closing song by @mattlegroulx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simp...
Episode 24 – Hot Take Hotline PLUS Jackson Frank on Mikal Bridges!
13 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
MEGA POD!! We got a good one this week. For the first time in Timeline History we hear directly from Suns fans in their own voices on the very first H...
Episode 23 – Devin Booker Cheese With a Side of Rice
05 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
My god he’s done it again. Devin Booker can carry a team with a hurt hamstring. The guys are joined by Rice_Bledsoe from the Suns Reddit to quickly ...
Episode 22 – “What’s Wrong With the Suns?!” with Yusuf Saleem from Suns Film Room
29 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Watching the Suns is like watching Westworld. Do we really still like it, or do we just feel obligated to see where it goes? Mike and Sam talk to Yusu...
Episode 21- Kris Hanson on Suns Twitter, This Week’s Games, and More!
22 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Kris Hanson was blocked. C’mon. The guys and Kris breakdown the Nuggets game and preview the coming week’s games against the Warriors, Lakers and ...
Episode 20 – DEVIN BOOKER SUPERSTAR, DEANDRE AYTON ROY, ARIZA ALL STAR, and more Game One Overreactions
18 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Is Igor a sorcerer? I wouldn’t say no for sure, we’d have to at least wait till game 2 to find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podca...
The Timeline SEASON PREVIEW SPECIAL featuring Dave King and Richard Stayman aka @MavsDraft
14 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The season is coming. Mike breaks down the entire offseason. “Most likely to succeed”, “best new addition”, and more superlatives with Dave Ki...
Episode 18 – McDonough TERMINATED with Duane Rankin of AZCentral
09 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
EMERGENCY!! OWNER ON THE LOOSE! RICH AND POTENTIALLY DESTRUCTIVE! Guest this week is Duane Rankin of AZ Central, new Phoenix Suns beat reporter. Follo...
Episode 17 – Gerald Bourguet from Hoops Habit and Nate Wolf from NBAMath.com
28 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode Mike and Sam cover recent news, talk to Gerald Bouguet Editor-in-Chief of HoopsHabit.com about media day, and talk to Nate Wolf of NBA...
Episode 16 – The State of the Suns and Should We Trade for Jimmy Buckets?
21 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Mike went to an event, spread Fake News, then a King saved him. Should the Suns trade for Jimmy G Buckets (the ‘G’ stands for gets)? The answer is...
Episode 15 – We Talk to a Hand Surgeon About Devin Booker, Rant About Basketball Media plus MAILBAG!
15 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We are very lucky to have Andrew Blount, M.D. a Plastic, Hand and Reconstructive Surgeon at St. Joe’s Hospital for Dignity Health. Andrew fills us i...
Episode 14 – McDonough’s Offseason and The G-League with Jon Bloom from Arizona Sports 98.7
06 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The great Jon Bloom from Arizona Sports 98.7 the joins Mike and Sam to talk about all the recent Suns moves and the current and future state of the NB...
!!EMERGENCY PODCAST!! Marquese Chriss and Brandon Knight traded for Ryan Anderson and De’Anthony Melton!
31 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan McDonough you always surprise us! And yes, it’s possible we’ve had a few drinks before recording this! EMERGENCY PODCAST!! Learn more abo...
Episode 12 – Manu Retires, The Rules Change, and Pacific Division Surveys
30 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Mike and Sam talk about Manu retiring, flopping, and euro-steppin’. They also discuss the potential NBA Rule changes like a 14 secon...
Episode 11 – Over/Unders with Max from the 7SOL Podcast
21 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode of the Timeline Mike and Sam are joined by Max McCauley of the Seven Seconds or Less Podcast to talk Suns news and Over Under...
Episode 10 Special – An Oral History of the 2009-2010 Phoenix Suns featuring ESPO!
10 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
This is a special narrative/documentary-style podcast that we spent a crazy amount of time on to thank everyone who has listened to us for our first 1...
Episode 9 – Imaginary NBA Fights with Senior Editor of MMAFIGHTING.COM Shaun Al-Shatti
31 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Our first guest! We talk about how Shaun became a Suns fan, and how he feels about the current state of the team. We also talk about the differences b...
Episode 8 – Goodbye Dudley, Hello Holmes. Plus Kawhi, Kevin and Bandana Booker.
25 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Sam and Mike discuss their favorite memories from Jared Dudley. They also discuss the fit with Richaun Holmes and the rest of the NBA ...
Episode 7 – The McDonough Conversation
20 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
This is a MUST LISTEN for every Suns fan. Every significant move, graded. What is his final GPA? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic...
Episode 6 – Summer Suns and MAILBAG
13 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Can a baby eat another baby? Find out on this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an ...
Episode 5 – Summer League Overreactions, Devin “MAXIMUM” Booker, and the News
09 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss our overreactions to the first two summer league games, Lebron joining the Lakers, Booker’s max contract, and more. Lear...
Episode 4 – Trevor Ariza, Tyler Ulis, Devin Booker
01 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
McDonough how could you? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswi...
Episode 3 – Free Agency
25 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
News. Cap Space. Free Agency. Marcus Smart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz com...
The Timeline Episode 2 – Do we have a Center now?
22 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Phoenix Suns general manager Ryan McDonough proudly waited outside the draft war room after the final pick to give Devin Booker and the players on his...
Episode One – A New Hope?
17 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On the very first, extra long episode of The Timeline, Mike and Sam talk The most important draft in Suns history. Lay the Spurs to rest. And make the...
The Timeline: Introduction, Plans, and TJ Warren’s Tweets
14 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On the introductory episode of The Timeline, we talk about who we are, what we’re doing, and try to figure out what TJ Warren is talking about on hi...