Suns sign Luke Kennard to address shooting needs on roster
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 7:00 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
The Phoenix Suns have signed Luke Kennard, a noted three-point specialist, as they navigate key offseason changes. With the acquisition of Miles Bridges and the loss of sharpshooters Grayson Allen and Royce O'Neale, Kennard aims to fill a crucial shooting void. Known for his 44.2% career shooting from three, Kennard's presence is expected to enhance the Suns' offense, particularly in synergy with star guard Devin Booker. He will need to increase his shot attempts to make a significant impact as the season progresses.
- •Suns retain roster continuity while trading for Miles Bridges.
- •Kennard has a career three-point percentage of 44.2%.
- •He is rated the third-best shooter in NBA 2K with a 93 rating.
- •Pairing with Devin Booker could enhance shooting opportunities.
- •Kennard averages four three-point attempts per game.
- 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — NBA 2K Confirms What Suns Already Knew About Luke Kennard
"As Miles Bridges arrives, elite marksman Luke Kennard steps in to fill a critical shooting void, earning top billing as one of the NBA's deadliest threats.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days- NBA•Aug 9, 2026, 8:45 PMDon Nelson, legendary coach and five-time NBA champion as player, dies at 86
- NBA•Aug 9, 2026, 8:35 PMLakers Pursuit of Jonathan Kuminga Still ‘Stuck’: NBA Exec
- NBA•Aug 9, 2026, 7:43 PMMajor NBA Champion Identified To Boost Houston Rockets Next Season
- NBA•Aug 9, 2026, 7:08 PMTwo-time Warriors head coach, Don Nelson, Dead Aged 86
- NBA•Aug 9, 2026, 7:07 PMHall of Fame coach, Celtics NBA champion dies at 86
- NBA•Aug 9, 2026, 6:52 PMLuka Doncic reacts to death of NBA legend who fiercely defended him
