This time though, for the Suns and their fans, something is different.
Unlike years past when there was always nothing but hope and high expectations for the next season just under the surface, there seems to be a feeling from the fans that this might be the last chance for this Suns team at a title.
The reasons for that thinking are, of course, simple enough.
The age of some of the team’s key players (including Steve Nash), large player salaries (Shaq will be due $21 million next season), and much improved competition in the Western Conference (Lakers, Hornets, Jazz) are all reasons why fans of the Suns are even more concerned than usual about the possible exit of their team.
The writing is on the wall and a first round exit will almost certainly lead to some serious changes in the offseason, including the possible dismissal of head coach Mike D’Antoni.
The Suns players and staff are also more than aware of what an early exit means and as they prepare for Game 3 on Friday with their season on the line (they are not coming back from 3-0 to the Spurs). In the back of their minds they may be asking themselves the same questions as the fans.
Is this the end?
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