Earl Watson shows tough love, defense at camp: Earl Watson is outwardly loving, direct and deep. Sometimes, all at once. Watson’s first training-camp practice as Suns head coach was going on just as planned, drawing out defense and energy when he blew his old-school “John Wooden” whistle to make a point Monday at Northern Arizona University’s Rolle Activity Center gym. -- The Arizona Republic

Phoenix Suns' Brandon Knight looks at his best: The Philadelphia 76ers are still waiting on the fruit of a three-team trade in 2015 with Phoenix and Milwaukee. So are the Suns in a way. While the Suns gave up the rights to a Los Angeles Lakers first-round draft choice that is top-three protected in the next draft, the Brandon Knight that Phoenix targeted in that trade may just be arriving. Knight has averaged 18.9 points and 5.1 assists over 1 1/2 seasons with the Suns but has never felt as healthy or as at home as he does entering this training camp. -- The Arizona Republic

Getting to know Phoenix Suns assistant coach Jay Triano: One of the first things Earl Watson did after he was named the 17th head coach in Phoenix Suns history was to hire a staff. He brought on board three former head coaches — two with NBA experience — plus a wealth of knowledge, both on and off the court, to complete the player development side of the organization. -- ArizonaSports.com