PHOENIX – The Phoenix Suns’ release of their 2026 preseason schedule isn’t just another date announcement; it’s the beginning of one of the franchise’s most important evaluation periods in years.
The Phoenix Suns have officially released their 2026 preseason schedule, and includes two matchups with the defending Western Conference champion San Antonio Spurs.
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For the first time, fans will see how head coach Jordan Ott intends to blend an overhauled roster featuring Miles Bridges, Luke Kennard, rookie Koa Peat, and several young contributors around established stars Devin Booker, Jalen Green, and Dillon Brooks. While preseason records rarely predict regular-season success, the rotations absolutely can.
Koa Peat answers questions during an introductory news conference at the Verizon 5G Performance Center in Phoenix on June 26, 2026. © Mark Henle/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
There will be a ton of questions surrounding this Suns team in preseason. Does Kennard become the second-unit scorer or finish games because of his shooting? Can Peat force his way into meaningful minutes immediately? Perhaps most importantly, which five-man lineup develops the chemistry needed to make some noise in the stacked Western Conference?
Feb 26, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luke Kennard (10) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Those questions make every preseason substitution more meaningful than the final scoreboard. The Suns’ five exhibition games, including two against the San Antonio Spurs, offer enough opportunities to experiment without waiting until the regular season to discover what works. Coaches will test defensive combinations, offensive spacing, transition lineups, and bench units against NBA competition before games begin to count. For Phoenix, this process extends beyond individual talent. Championship-caliber teams aren’t built by collecting the biggest names; they’re built by identifying complementary roles. Every minute in October helps define those roles. That’s why this preseason matters.
Apr 17, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges (0) warms up before the game against the Orlando Magic during the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images
Fans won’t simply be watching basketball return to the Valley. They’ll be watching the blueprint for the 2026-27 Suns take shape in real time. By opening night, the biggest question won’t be whether Phoenix has enough talent; it will be whether October answered who fits best alongside their star trio when the games truly matter.
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Reporter Benjamin Bliklen covers the Arizona Diamondbacks, Arizona Cardinals, and Phoenix Suns for Burn City Sports. You can follow him on his X account, @BenBliklen
