There’s no denying that Steve Nash is the “engine” that makes the Phoenix Suns run. It is also tough to argue that when Nash is happy, that “engine” runs at full horsepower

By John Hollinger NEW ORLEANS – Down Canal St., they kept coming and coming like something out of a zombie movie. Wave after wave of exhilarated humanity streamed past with no end in sight, jumping, cheering, high-fiving, and “Who-Dat?”-ing, all headed toward Bourbon St. to join several thousand of their closest friends in celebration

In Sunday’s New York Times, there was a bit of a rant from Alison Hendrie — freelance writer and mother of a high-school aged basketball player. She was pleased to find a place online where her son’s games were discussed. And, predictably, disgusted at the tone of the conversation in the comments: I remember one comment in particular, directed at my son

In Sunday’s New York Times, there was a bit of a rant from Alison Hendrie — freelance writer and mother of a high-school aged basketball player. She was pleased to find a place online where her son’s games were discussed

Lou Amundson is known for his hustle play, outstanding rebounding and blocks and athletic dunks. He's also one of the Suns representatives to the players' union and he talked about the current state of labor negotiations.

By Marc Stein Are the Suns inching closer to a trade with Philadelphia headlined by Amare Stoudemire and Andre Iguodala? Separate sources close to both teams caution that it’s too soon to answer that question affirmatively

The Phoenix Suns practiced today before their various Super Bowl festivities. This photo was not from today's practice. (Photo by Max Simbron) View full size photo » Last season and early this season Steve Nash - 36 as of today - talked often about the need for consistency and expressed his frustration at the frequency of trades that the Suns have made

Today, Feb. 7th Steve Nash (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images) turns 36 (it’s already 2010) and for the Sons of Steve Nash it feels like Christmas. February 7th, 1974 it’s the day it all begun in sunny South Africa.

Your weekday dose of Suns basketball in seven minutes or less. Listen to Matt Petersen and Fan Xrsquo;s take on whatrsquo;s going on with the Purple and Orange yesterday, today and in the near future. Saturday features a full 24-minute shot-clock for the show, with a more in-depth look at the Suns, including responses to e-mail questions/comments from listeners.

On Wednesday, the Spurs went 24-27 from within five feet of the rim. Of course, the Spurs have Manu Ginobili (a brilliant slasher and finisher), Tim Duncan (a brilliant post player) and DeJuan Blair (a brilliant offensive rebounder).