Phoenix Suns fans are thrilled with the selection.
PHOENIX -- The Phoenix Suns have welcomed Virginia wing Ryan Dunn to the Valley after taking him with the 28th overall selection in the 2024 NBA Draft.
Phoenix kept fans waiting around longer than anticipated after moving down from No. 22. Suns GM James Jones traded back with the Denver Nuggets for a total of three second-round picks on top of pick 28.Ryan Dunn needs some work on O, but he has the potential to be the type of player every team covets:Prior to draft night, outlets such as ESPN highlighted Dunn's rising draft stock that ultimately saw him land as a first-round pick.
"Dunn is said to be gaining steam in this range of the draft after a slew of outstanding workouts this month propelled him firmly into the first round. Several teams have said Dunn exceeded expectations with his shooting while also doing some absolutely mesmerizing things defensively in guarding point guards through centers in group settings," wrote Jonathan Givony.The jumper has a *long* ways to go, but he can play right away by providing elite defense on the wing.
Ryan Dunn has nice athleticism/length,knows his strengths, takes pride in getting stops,makes u earn yours and defends the entire possession .Whether he's getting into you,hedging over screens,giving help, playing the passing lanes or some rim protection.Also, good slasher/cutterPotentially an all-world defender. On offense he can screen, catch lobs, cut. This works surrounded by all Phoenix's shooters. He's going to be good, and if the shot develops he has major upside.
Arguably the top defender in the draft, Ryan Dunn seamlessly fits into the Phoenix Suns' system. With a remarkable 7'1 wingspan and an impressive 38.5-inch vertical leap, this assertive and efficient wing player will make a significant impact in the team's rotation.Donnie Druin is the Publisher for All Cardinals and Inside The Suns. Donnie moved to Arizona in 2012 and has been with Fan Nation since 2018.
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