Ryan Dunn

In a lesson the Phoenix Suns have often learned throughout their elusive title chase, few luxuries match that of having multiple all-world scorers, capable of changing a game’s course with a few buckets. In fact, there might only be one thing better: complementing that with a selfless supporting cast who offer “winning plays” on both sides. Ultimately recognized as the type of player built for the job, Ryan Dunn needed only Phoenix’s road opener to begin confirming why teammates soon referred to him as the team’s “heart and soul.” Through a job description that likely reads, “Whatever Phoenix requires on that night,” the No. 28 pick’s contributions on October 23, 2024 came through drive-and-kicks to teammates, chasedown blocks, and spirited attacks of the rim. Flashing 3-and-D potential throughout the 2024-25 season’s first half, Dunn’s first game allowed for the spoiling of the L.A. Clippers arena unwrapping, as he contributed two points, two rebounds, one assist, and one block.

Three-Star Rookie