Last season, the Phoenix Suns’ defense was one of their biggest strengths.

More than just strategy and scheme, Phoenix had the defensive personnel to execute on that end while making life difficult for some of the biggest stars on opposing teams.

Which Suns Are Best Suited To Be Best Defenders In 2026-27?

With continuity in place, the Suns should be just as good on that end of the floor, if not better.

But what about the individual defensive talent? PHNX Suns is bringing out the tier list once again to rank the defenders on the Suns’ roster.

Are Dillon Brooks and Jordan Goodwin primed for an All-Defensive Team selection? Where do players like Devin Booker, Collin Gillespie and Jalen Green fall? How good are Phoenix’s defensive anchors?

Gil, Stephen, and Aryton analyze the level of defense provided across the board to determine where each player falls on the spectrum. Follow the show: @PHNX_Suns, @ErikRuby, @GilMcGregor_, @StephenPG3 and @FreckledMamba!

0:00 – Intro

2:30 – Getting Defensive – The Suns Are GOOD On The Defensive Side

20:00 – Tiering Defenders On The Phoenix Suns

36:30 – Is Collin Gillespie One Of The Suns BEST Defenders?

43:00 – How Good Of A Defender Is Devin Booker?

50:40 – Are Khaman Maluach And Rasheer Fleming All-NBA Level Defenders Yet?

57:00 – Can Koa Peat Be A League Average Defender As A Rookie?

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