That’s the last time Phoenix was in the playoffs. It’s also the last time the Suns have started a real power forward.
I don’t think the two are unrelated, and neither do a lot of fans. This season is no different. The Suns started with Jared Dudley at power forward, only to replace him with Marquese Chriss. While many of us applauded moving the rookie into the PF starting spot, it really hasn’t worked out all that well. Chriss has played well at times, and clearly has the potential to be a star NBA power forward or center – some day.