Suns' Oso Ighodaro Ready for Redemption Tour

Phoenix Suns center Oso Ighodaro is preparing for the 2026-27 NBA season with a determined mindset, ready to address external skepticism. He views the upcoming season as an opportunity to build upon the team's previous successes and pursue championship goals. Ighodaro aims to elevate his game, focusing on becoming a "connector" on both offense and defense while embracing a leadership role. His individual performance last season included averaging 6.5 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 2.3 assists across all 82 games. He is actively working to expand his shooting range and improve his free-throw accuracy, which were 45.3% last year.

Coach Jordan Ott enters his second season with the Suns, who have added Miles Bridges to their starting lineup. Ighodaro acknowledges the competition in the center position but believes his unique skillset will secure significant playing time. His high basketball IQ allows him to be a playmaker, creating opportunities for his teammates, while his defensive versatility is a key asset. The team is eager to demonstrate that their previous playoff run was not a one-off, striving to remain competitive in the playoff picture for the 2026-27 season.