# Ryan Dunn Emerges as Suns Bright Spot

> Ryan Dunn's sharp play boosts Phoenix Suns despite early struggles.
- Title: Ryan Dunn Emerges as Suns Bright Spot · Phoenix Suns On SI
- Summary: Ryan Dunn's sharp play boosts Phoenix Suns despite early struggles. Ryan Dunn's defensive rating of 98.2 and net rating of +24.1 help Phoenix Suns win games.
- Keywords: phoenix suns, ryan dun, defensive rating, net rating, nba, suns rotation, field goal percentage, three point percentage, Phoenix Suns On SI
- Source: Phoenix Suns On SI — https://si.com/nba/suns/onsi/ryan-dunn-quietly-emerging-unexpected-bright-spot-phoenix-suns
- Published: 2026-11-09T19:45:04+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: phoenix suns, ryan dun, defensive rating, net rating, nba, suns rotation, field goal percentage, three point percentage, sports
## Phoenix Suns Start
Phoenix Suns ride two-game winning streak entering Monday night battle against San Antonio Spurs.
## Suns Season Struggles
Suns 3-5 start to season forgettable compared to last year's success.
## Ryan Dunn's Role
Third-year forward Ryan Dunn a surprising presence in Suns rotation.
## Dunn's Defensive Strength
Dunn's defense a near superpower from draft, offensive game limited his future.
## Dunn's Media Day Quote
Dunn said he focused on shooting and finding ways to get to the rim.
## Dunn's Offensive Stats
Dunn's field goal percentage 51.5% and three-point percentage 53.8% up this season.
## Dunn's Impact on Team
Suns assist percentage rises from 66.7% to 77.6% when Dunn plays.
## Key takeaway

Ryan Dunn's defensive rating of 98.2 and net rating of +24.1 help Phoenix Suns win games.