Fanning the Flames - Did You Guys Hear DA Got Traded?

12/1/2023

Fanning the Flames

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It's been a long hiatus, but we're back for our first episode of Fanning the Flames since the season started and, indeed, since Deandre Ayton was traded by the Phoenix Suns (yes... it's been THAT long).

Dan and Justin break down the season so far, who has impressed us, who has disappointed us, and what things look like for the Suns moving forward.

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Fanning the Flames - Did You Guys Hear DA Got Traded?

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