Phoenix Suns: 3 storylines to follow heading into 2021-22

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Three big storylines to follow regarding the Phoenix Suns heading into the 2021-22 NBA season. 

The Phoenix Suns fell two wins short of winning their first NBA championship in franchise history last season. And as the 2021-22 season quickly approaches, the expectations aren’t getting any tempered. The Suns will be expected to finish as a top 3 seed in the Western Conference and make a deep run in the playoffs.

However, as the rest of the West improved during the offseason, that’s no longer a foregone conclusion. The Suns won’t be taking teams by surprise this season and will have a target on their back every single night.

Will the Suns be able to handle that and still rise above expectations? What other storylines should be followed as it pertains to this franchise? We explore three of the biggest narratives to watch heading into the new season.