Phoenix Suns' O'Neale, Dunn Keep Suns Alive through 2-1 Start

O'Neale Provides Stability, Dunn Delivers Clutch Plays

The Phoenix Suns have started the season with a 2-1 record, with wins against the Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Clippers, and a loss to the Portland Trail Blazers. Two key contributors to the Suns' early success have been TJ O'Neale and Damion Lee. O'Neale, who was acquired from the Utah Jazz in the offseason, has provided stability and leadership to the Suns. He is averaging 10.7 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game. O'Neale is also shooting 40.0% from three-point range. Lee, who signed with the Suns as a free agent in the offseason, has been a valuable contributor off the bench. He is averaging 10.0 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game. Lee is also shooting 42.9% from three-point range. In the Suns' win over the Clippers, O'Neale and Lee played key roles. O'Neale scored 15 points, grabbed 5 rebounds, and dished out 3 assists. Lee scored 12 points, grabbed 4 rebounds, and dished out 2 assists.

O'Neale's Defense, Lee's Clutch Shooting

O'Neale is known for his defense, and he has been a valuable asset to the Suns on that end of the floor. He is averaging 1.7 steals per game. In the Suns' win over the Clippers, O'Neale had two steals, including one in the fourth quarter that led to a fast break basket for the Suns. Lee is known for his shooting, and he has been a valuable asset to the Suns on that end of the floor. He is shooting 42.9% from three-point range this season. In the Suns' win over the Clippers, Lee hit a three-pointer in the fourth quarter that gave the Suns a five-point lead.

Outlook for the Suns

The Suns have a lot of potential this season. They have a good mix of young and experienced players, and they have a good coach in Monty Williams. O'Neale and Lee are two key pieces to the Suns' puzzle, and they will need to continue to play well if the Suns are going to make a deep run in the playoffs. The Suns have a tough schedule coming up, but they have shown that they can compete with the best teams in the league. If O'Neale and Lee continue to play well, the Suns could be a dark horse contender in the Western Conference.