After a decade of irrelevance, the Phoenix Suns are finally on the rise again! The Valley of the Suns podcast is here to document it all as your source for insider Suns perspectives, exclusive interviews and frequent guests from all over NBA Twitter. Hosted by The Step Back writer, FanSided editor and master binge-watcher Gerald Bourguet, this sports and entertainment pod is dedicated to straight-forward, knowledgeable and entertaining conversations about the Suns and the NBA at large, as well as the occasional hit TV show or blockbuster movie you need to know about when you&#39;re not watching the Suns play!

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Episode 43 breakdown:
+G-Rated: Space Jam 2 (2:15) +The Devin Booker hero-ball debate (13:40) +Is Chris Paul okay? (35:25) +What the Suns need to do to win Game 6 (42:50)

In Episode 43 of the Valley of the Suns Podcast, Gerald Bourguet is joined by Matt Moore (a.k.a. Hardwood Paroxysm) to discuss the Devin Booker "hero ball" conversation, what's going on with Chris Paul and what the Phoenix Suns need to do in Game 6 of the NBA Finals to force a Game 7. Plus, Bourguet gives his review for "Space Jam: A New Legacy."

Valley of the Suns Podcast (feat. Matt Moore): Is Devin Booker playing too much hero ball? Is Chris Paul okay? And is Space Jam 2 any good?

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Episode 42 breakdown:
+Ease up on Chris Paul (3:30) +Points of emphasis for Game 5 (10:20) +Reasons Suns should still win the series (23:30) +G-Rated: Loki (27:35)

In Episode 42 of the Valley of the Suns Podcast, Gerald Bourguet urges Phoenix Suns fans to ease up on Chris Paul after a brutal Game 4, explains the biggest points of emphasis for the Suns in Game 5 of the NBA Finals and dives into Season 1 and the finale of the Marvel's Disney+ series, "Loki."

Valley of the Suns Podcast: Ease up on Chris Paul, Game 5 points of emphasis and 'Loki' finale

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Episode 41 breakdown:
+Reasons not to panic (2:45) +What to do about Giannis (12:50) +Points of emphasis for Game 4 (19:50) +G-Rated: Black Widow (29:55)

In Episode 41 of the Valley of the Suns Podcast, Gerald Bourguet breaks down the reasons Phoenix Suns fans shouldn't panic after the Game 3 loss, what can be done about the Suns' Giannis Antetokounmpo problem, other points of emphasis heading into Game 4 of the 2021 NBA Finals and Marvel's "Black Widow."

Valley of the Suns Podcast: The Suns' Giannis problem, points of emphasis for Game 4 & Marvel's 'Black Widow'

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Episode 40 breakdown:
+Suns&#39; star backcourt dominating so far (2:40) +Mikal Bridges vs. Khris Middleton (13:05) +Why the Bucks could be in trouble (20:25) +G-Rated: Marvel&#39;s M.O.D.O.K. (28:40)

In Episode 40 of the Valley of the Suns Podcast, Gerald Bourguet breaks down how the Phoenix Suns' star backcourt of Chris Paul and Devin Booker is dismantling the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA Finals; the Mikal Bridges vs. Khris Middleton matchup; and for the latest G-Rated segment, "Marvel's M.O.D.O.K." on Hulu.

Valley of the Suns Podcast: Suns backcourt dominating NBA Finals, Mikal Bridges vs. Khris Middleton & "Marvel's M.O.D.O.K."

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Episode 39 breakdown:
+Chris Paul seizing his moment (4:15) +The asterisk debate (10:40) +5 things to know about this Suns team (26:00) +G-Rated: A Quiet Place Part II (42:30)

In Episode 39 of the Valley of the Suns Podcast, Gerald Bourguet gives the best game of Chris Paul's career its due, addresses the "asterisk" talk for this year's title race, lays out 5 things bandwagon things need to know about the Phoenix Suns, and reviews "A Quiet Place Part II" for the latest G-Rated segment.

Valley of the Suns Podcast: Chris Paul's playoff masterpiece, the asterisk talk & 'A Quiet Place Part II'

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Episode 38 breakdown:
+Are the Western Conference Finals over? (2:05) +Biggest difference in this series so far (8:15) +Deandre Ayton&#39;s impact (12:50) +Anything new on Kawhi Leonard? (17:00) +Season 2 of Mythic Quest (22:15)

In Episode 38 of the Valley of the Suns Podcast, Gerald Bourguet is joined by Clippers writer Justin Russo to break down the first four games of the Western Conference Finals, whether this series is over heading into Game 5, what the difference has been in this matchup, Deandre Ayton's leap and for the latest G-Rated, segment, "Mythic Quest" on Apple TV+.

Valley of the Suns Podcast: Justin Russo on Suns-Clippers, whether the Western Conference Finals are over and 'Mythic Quest'

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Episode 37 breakdown:
+Reasons not to panic (3:15) +Devin Booker vs. Patrick Beverley (10:25) +Increasing the tempo (20:30) +Cam Payne&#39;s injury (23:45) +The 3-point battle (25:20) +G-Rated: The Handmaid&#39;s Tale (29:30)

In Episode 37 of the Valley of the Suns Podcast, Gerald Bourguet examines reasons not to panic after the Phoenix Suns' Game 3 loss to the LA Clippers, the Devin Booker vs. Patrick Beverley matchup, a few adjustments for Game 4 and for the latest G-Rated segment, "The Handmaid's Tale."

Valley of the Suns Podcast: Reasons not to panic, Booker vs. Beverley & 'The Handmaid's Tale'

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Episode 36 breakdown: +Contextualizing Devin Booker&#39;s historic 40-point triple-double (2:15) +Chris Paul update (12:00) +Adjustments for Game 2 (16:00) +G-Rated: Luca (23:30)

In Episode 36 of the Valley of the Suns Podcast, Gerald Bourguet tries to put Devin Booker's 40-point Game 1 triple-double into historical context, discusses the latest Chris Paul update, breaks down adjustments for Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals and praises Disney/Pixar's "Luca" in the latest G-Rated segment.

Valley of the Suns Podcast: Episode #36

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Episode 35 breakdown:
+Chris Paul looking healthy again (2:00) +Suns&#39; offense running all over Nuggets&#39; defense (9:40) +Suns picking on Michael Porter Jr. (15:30) +Deandre Ayton vs. Nikola Jokic (19:55) +Expectations for Game 3 (29:20)

In Episode 35 of the Valley of the Suns podcast, Gerald Bourguet is joined by Jackson Frank to break down the first two games of the Phoenix Suns' second-round series against the Denver Nuggets, including Chris Paul looking healthy, Deandre Ayton vs. Nikola Jokic and the Suns' offense picking on Michael Porter Jr.

Valley of the Suns Podcast: Episode #35

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Episode 34 breakdown:
+Reaction to Devin Booker&#39;s Game 6 (2:20) +Chris Paul contract rumors (13:35) +Initial thoughts on Nuggets matchup (26:30)

In Episode 34 of the Valley of the Suns Podcast, Gerald Bourguet reacts to the Phoenix Suns' Game 6 win over the Los Angeles Lakers to close out the series thanks to Devin Booker's scoring barrage, as well as Chris Paul contract rumors and initial thoughts on the team's second-round matchup with the Denver Nuggets.

Valley of the Suns Podcast: Episode #34

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Episode 33 breakdown: +Positives heading into Game 5 (2:45) +Beware the LeBron James game (23:40) +G-Rated: Mare of Easttown (31:20)

In Episode 33 of the Valley of the Suns Podcast, Gerald Bourguet examines the biggest reasons the Phoenix Suns should feel optimistic for Game 5, the biggest concern with a potential LeBron James takeover and the "Mare of Easttown" finale on HBO Max.

Valley of the Suns Podcast: Episode #33

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Episode 32 breakdown:
+Takeaways from disappointing Game 3 (2:20) +Adjustments for Game 4 (8:50) +G-Rated: Shadow and Bone (29:35)

In Episode 32 of the Valley of the Suns Podcast, Gerald Bourguet discusses a disappointing Game 3 performance against the Los Angeles Lakers, dives into adjustments for Game 4 and highlights "Shadow and Bone" for the latest "G-Rated" segment.

Valley of the Suns Podcast: Episode #32

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Episode 31 breakdown:
+Positives from Game 1 (3:30) +Areas for improvement/concern (22:20) +Potential adjustments for Lakers in Game 2 (32:25)

In Episode 31 of the Valley of the Suns Podcast, Gerald Bourguet recaps a roller-coaster Game 1 between the Phoenix Suns and Los Angeles Lakers, including positives for the Suns, areas for improvement/concern and potential adjustments the Lakers could make for Game 2.

Valley of the Suns Podcast: Episode #31

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Episode 30 breakdown:
+General thoughts on Suns-Lakers matchup (1:35) +Lakers&#39; advantages (6:40) +The Andre Drummond factor (11:40) +Suns&#39; advantages (17:30) +Series predictions (24:00)

In Episode 30 of the Valley of the Suns podcast, Gerald Bourguet is joined by Lakers insider Trevor Lane to break down the Phoenix Suns' highly anticipated first-round playoff matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers, pointing out advantages and disadvantages before making their series predictions.

Valley of the Suns Podcast Episode #30

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Episode 29 breakdown:
+Suns&#39; potential playoff matchups with Lakers/Warriors (2:40) +NBA Awards picks for MVP, ROY, 6MOY, DPOY, MIP &amp; COY (24:15) +All-Rookie, All-NBA &amp; All-Defensive team picks (55:15)

In Episode 29 of the Valley of the Suns Podcast, Gerald Bourguet is joined by special guest Shane Young to talk about the Phoenix Suns' potential playoff matchups against the Golden State Warriors or Los Angeles Lakers, as well as make picks for every NBA award, All-NBA teams, All-Defensive teams and All-Rookie teams.

Valley of the Suns Podcast: Episode #29

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Episode 28 breakdown:
+Race for the 1-seed (1:35) +Cam Johnson&#39;s shooting slump (8:30) +Other playoff concerns for the Suns (14:20) +G-Rated: Star Wars: The Bad Batch (22:00)

In Episode 28 of the Valley of the Suns Podcast, Gerald Bourguet is joined by Kevin Zimmerman to discuss the Phoenix Suns' race for the 1-seed, Cam Johnson's shooting slump and "Star Wars: The Bad Batch"

Valley of the Suns Podcast: Episode #28

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Episode 27 breakdown:
+A sentimental note to Suns fans (3:50) +5 reasons the Suns could win it all (7:30) +Why they could fall short (25:25) +G-Rated: Invincible (32:05)

In Episode 27 of the Valley of the Suns Podcast, Gerald Bourguet celebrates the Phoenix Suns' first playoff berth in 11 years by discussing 5 reasons they could win it all, as well as 4 reasons they might fall short. Then, for the latest G-Rated segment, Amazon's "Invincible" gets a rave review.

Valley of the Suns Podcast: Episode #27

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Episode 26 breakdown:
+Playoff expectations for the Suns and potential matchups (3:30) +Recent 3-point woes (23:00) +G-Rated: Mortal Kombat (29:45)

In Episode 26 of the Valley of the Suns Podcast, Gerald Bourguet is joined by guest Chris Coffel to discuss playoff expectations for the Phoenix Suns, potential matchups and the new blockbuster, "Mortal Kombat."

Valley of the Suns Podcast: Episode #26

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Episode 25 breakdown:
+Road trip so far (1:50) +Stop panicking about Devin Booker (6:30) +G-Rated: The Falcon and the Winter Soldier (30:00)

In Episode 25 of the Valley of the Suns Podcast, Gerald Bourguet urges Phoenix Suns fans not to panic over Devin Booker's recent struggles and talks about "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" finale.

Valley of the Suns Podcast: Episode #25

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Episode 24 breakdown:
+Upcoming road trip (2:45) +Jevon Carter shooting his shot (15:00) +G-Rated: Snowfall (23:30)

In Episode 24 of the Valley of the Suns Podcast, Gerald Bourguet looks ahead to the Phoenix Suns' brutal upcoming road trip, how Jevon Carter is shooting his shot and the FX drama, "Snowfall."

Valley of the Suns Podcast: Episode #24

After a decade of irrelevance, the Phoenix Suns are finally on the rise again! The Valley of the Suns podcast is here to document it all as your source for insider Suns perspectives, exclusive interviews and frequent guests from all over NBA Twitter. Hosted by The Step Back writer, FanSided editor and master binge-watcher Gerald Bourguet, this sports and entertainment pod is dedicated to straight-forward, knowledgeable and entertaining conversations about the Suns and the NBA at large, as well as the occasional hit TV show or blockbuster movie you need to know about when you're not watching the Suns play!