PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns are facing questions about their offensive identity through three games this season, and one report suggests growing frustration within the locker room over the team’s lack of playmaking.
Oct 21, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Phoenix Suns head coach Jordan Ott high fives forward Ryan Dunn (0) during a break in the second half in a game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images
According to NBA insider Chris Hayes, some Suns players are becoming frustrated with the team’s lack of a traditional point guard who can organize the offense and help maximize the roster’s talent.
The Suns have leaned on a backcourt featuring Devin Booker and Jalen Green, with Dillon Brooks also among the players tasked with generating offense. The group has scoring ability, but finding the right balance between creating shots and facilitating for teammates remains a challenge.
Haynes Headlines: Growing frustration in Phoenix Suns’ locker room due to lack of point guard on roster to organize the offense, sources tell me. @NBATV https://t.co/pM2mwCVqx5
— Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) October 29, 2026
Phoenix is averaging 25.3 assists through its first three games this season, ranking 19th in the NBA. The Suns are also averaging 109.3 points and 15.3 turnovers per game, while their offensive rating of 110.4 also ranks 19th in the league. While the sample size remains small, the numbers highlight areas the team needs to improve.
Booker averaged 6.0 assists per game last season, while Green averaged 2.8 and Brooks averaged 1.8. Booker provides a foundation for the team’s playmaking, but relying heavily on a primary scorer to handle those responsibilities can place more demands on the offense.
Oct 21, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (15) drives to the basket during the second half against Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday (5) at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images
A traditional point guard could help Phoenix improve its half-court execution, create more efficient scoring opportunities and limit turnovers. Better organization also could generate more catch-and-shoot chances and easier baskets instead of relying so heavily on individual shot creation.
Hayes said he wasn’t sure whether the Suns planned to address the issue with a roster move, suggesting the organization could instead try to solve it internally.
Oct 7, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Miles Bridges (22) reacts with guard-forward Dillon Brooks (3) after being fouled against the Chicago Bulls during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images
“The hope is that they can kind of play this role by committee,” Hayes said. “But as of right now, it’s not looking like it.”
Phoenix’s challenge is determining whether its current roster can develop enough chemistry and playmaking to make that approach work, or whether growing frustration will pressure the front office to pursue a proven playmaker.
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Wendy Lopez is a reporter for Burn City Sports. You can follow her on her X account, @wlopezde
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