Introduction:
In 1968, along with Milwaukee (Bucks), Phoenix was awarded an NBA frachise and the Phoenix Suns came into existence, rising from the proverbial ashes. They are one of the winningest franchises of all time in the NBA.
Arena Stats:
Name: U.S. Airways Center
Opened: 1992
Capacity: 18,422
Defining Characteristic(s): The arena is also home to the WNBA's Phoenix Mercury, Arena Football League's Arizona Rattlers, and the East Coast Hockey League's Phoenix Roadrunners. Many entertainment events and boxing matches have also taken place in the arena.
Brief History:
Founded: 1968
First NBA Championship: None
Last NBA Championship: None
Other NBA Championships: None
Number of Conference Championships: Two
Number of Division Championships: Six
Number of Playoff Appearances: 26
Hall of Fame Players:
- Charles Barkley
- Jerry Colangelo
- Connie Hawkins
- Gail Goodrich
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