The Phoenix Suns largely stuck to relying on continuity from year-to-year throughout the 2026 offseason. 

The exceptions? Miles Bridges, Luke Kennard, and Koa Peat - all of which were brought in to provide different positives to a franchise seeking to take another step forward. 

Perhaps the most surprising turn out of the three players above in preseason play is Kennard. The 10-year vet put together an exceptional performance in Saturday's win over the San Antonio Spurs - one worthy of breaking down.

Kennard made his feelings clear on how he feels about his fit on the Suns in a newfound role (Duane Rankin).

"I'm a good fit, I think. I really believe this is a great fit for me and who I am as a player, the way that I play."  

This extends to his efficacy as a scorer.

Between extensive three-point volume (10 attempts), utilizing shifty off-ball movement to get to the rim, and creating space to knock down mid-range pull-ups, it certainly seems as if various NBA franchises have overlooked his overall capacity as a scorer over the years. 

Beyond this, Kennard seems very comfortable as a ball-handler, passer out of different pockets/angles, and in crashing the offensive glass. 

Phoenix got a very well-rounded player at a very reasonable rate - it wouldn't come as a surprise to see the Duke alum win the Suns games in 2026-27

It appears to be a virtual lock that the sharpshooter is part of the core rotation by way of the second unit. 

Kennard is positioning to join Collin Gillespie, Jordan Goodwin, Khaman Maluach, and either Ryan Dunn or Rasheer Fleming in the group. This is a gritty group in which each player owns a plus-skill that compliments the other. 

Expect Kennard to be a high-volume shooter (regardless of lineup), a spot playmaker, and someone who can switch-up the way they play on a situational basis.

The 6'5" guard is currently proving that he is a versatile player on offense, a willing defensive piece, and a consummate teammate in the aftermath of a previous era for the Suns that went south. 

Ultimately, expect head coach Jordan Ott to utilize Kennard in a correct manner. Also expect Kennard to put together his best season in many years, and to make a case to become a long-term piece for Brian Gregory.

The next opportunity to see Kennard in action is Wednesday in a rematch against the Spurs.