Before the start of the season, I could have imagined that the Phoenix Suns' record would be very good, because after they reached the Finals last season, they did not make major changes in the lineup, choosing to override everything with stability.
Paul, Ayton, Booker, Bridges, Crowder, Payne and other players are still in the squad, there is no problem of running-in.
And McGee's arrival is undoubtedly just adding a high point to share the pressure of Dunbao's internal line.
Players like Shamet and Payton are just functional players.
But what I didn't expect was that they could make such a great start: the Suns had an 11-3 record, the best start in franchise history since the 2009-10 season!
After beating the Lone Rangers today, they have a 10-game winning streak. For the first time in 11 years.
Do we remember Phoenix in 2010? Remember Nash and Little Si' confrontation with the Lakers led by Kobe.
Today, the sun has risen again.
This man must be praised: Paul.
As Delon Williams said: Paul's performance now is amazing, and I am "jealous".
After the 36-year-old Paul came to the Suns, as a big brother, he brought his teammates to the stage of the finals, although he eventually lost to the Bucks and failed to win the championship, which was somewhat difficult to draw.
However, to be able to stand on that stage, the sun is a great success.
Under his needle lead and strategizing, the Suns have become a team that is very good at both ends of the attack and defense, and young players such as Booker and Ayton are also getting better.
Averaging 14.1 points and 10.5 assists per game, Gun Brother is still the league's assist king.
Even if he doesn't feel good like today, he will still use the needle to lead the way to help his teammates score, and he has delivered 14 assists in a single game.
Facing the Timberwolves two days ago, he scored 19 points in the final quarter to take over the game directly.
This is Paul.
In the new season, when it comes to winning favourites, not many people will think of the Suns, even if they managed to reach the Finals last season.
However, maybe there will be surprises in the future...