PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns now have a local NBA G League affiliate to develop talent for the pro team.
Front office officials announced the creation of the Valley Suns Wednesday. It is the Player 15 Group’s third professional sports franchise.
During a morning news conference, officials said the name Valley Suns was inspired "by the community, diverse culture and deep-rooted history of the 'Valley of the Sun.'”
The Valley Suns are expected to play all of their home games at Mullett Arena on the campus of Arizona State University.
“The Valley Suns is the community’s team and will provide fans an energetic and family-friendly atmosphere while developing aspiring talent on and off the court,” said Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury and Valley Suns Chief Executive Officer Josh Bartelstein. “We’re excited to launch the new G League team with a name and identity chosen by our fans and inspired by the unique desert landscape that we call home.”
University officials are also excited to have the new Suns team in Tempe.
“We are excited for Mullett Arena to be the home of the Valley Suns,” said General Manager of Mullett Arena Amber Musgrave. “We are dedicated to creating memorable experiences for the community and look forward to extending the ‘Mullett Magic’ beyond our Sun Devil Athletic events, concerts, comedy and family shows to now include the Valley Suns.”
For more information on the team, visit thevalleysuns.com.
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