"The Phoenix Suns are an atrocity," Smith said. "They are bad for basketball. Kevin Durant has been balling. He's been an individual stud. The problem is, they do not have a leader. They have a bunch of people playing individual ball just not as good as Kevin Durant."

After making comments on Sunday, Stephen A Smith bashed the Suns after playing the Rockets, even more on Monday's episode of First Take.

PHOENIX -- Life moves quickly in the NBA - the Phoenix Suns have learned that the hard way after dropping three consecutive contests in blowout fashion following a four-game win streak that had previously re-invigorated hope within the fanbase.

Houston Rockets forward Dillon Brooks' night ended prematurely against the Phoenix Suns when he got involved in a shoving match with Kevin Durant. Here's a look

ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith doesn't hold back by stating the Suns are horrible for basketball following their disappointing NBA season.

The Suns currently hold a record of 35 wins against 41 losses, which is disappointing given the expectations placed upon them at the season's outset. With superstars like Devin Booker, Kevin Durant, and Bradley Beal, this team was anticipated to be a serious contender. Instead, their disconnect on the court has been glaring.

Stephen A. Smith and Kendrick Perkins slam the officials' decision to eject Dillon Brooks from the Rockets-Suns game.

Dillon Brooks doesn’t exactly have the best reputation among NBA fans and media after leading the league in technical fouls for the last two seasons. The Houston Rockets' ace defender received a strong vocal ally late Sunday night.