Suns Notes: Green, Bridges, Brooks, Durant

The Phoenix Suns are navigating early-season challenges after falling to a 3-6 record following a home loss to the San Antonio Spurs. Guard Jalen Green is experiencing an awkward adjustment period, averaging career lows in points and rebounds while seeking a balance between scoring and playmaking. Meanwhile, offseason acquisition Miles Bridges has drawn praise from teammate Devin Booker for his energy, shooting, and vocal leadership in the locker room.

Tensions also surfaced around Dillon Brooks, who addressed offseason social media comments made by former Suns forward Kevin Durant. Brooks took issue with Durant referencing his DUI charge in a dispute with team owner Mat Ishbia. Despite the pre-game friction, Phoenix defeated Durant and the Houston Rockets on Saturday, after which Durant downplayed any personal animosity toward his former team.