Suns players Ryan Dunn and Oso Ighodaro are emphasizing a winning culture in the NBA Summer League. LAS VEGAS – New Phoenix Suns assistant coach DeMarre Carroll chuckled for a quick second when learning Ryan Dunn and Oso Ighodaro’s approach to NBA Summer League in Las Vegas.

The event will be headlined by the fresh faces of the 2025 draft class, as well as other recent draftees such as Bronny James, Reed Sheppard and Rob Dillingham, and unsigned veterans looking for open spots on rosters across the league. Top 2025 picks Cooper Flagg, Dylan Harper and VJ Edgecombe will all be in action Thursday as games tip off.

Last season, the Phoenix Suns struggled mightily on the defensive end, missing the playoffs for the first time since 2020. With new editions to the roster through free agency and the draft, rookie head coach Jordan Ott and the Suns look to build a new culture designed around defense and toughness.