A long road lies ahead for the Phoenix Suns

The Phoenix Suns begin an interesting stretch of the season as they face off against the Atlanta Hawks tonight. The Suns next 19 games include 13 away from Talking Stick Resort Arena.

There’s no place quite like home, is there? The comfort of your own bed. The late night blind walk to your bathroom in the dark. That home cookin’, and the Phoenix Suns have had the luxury of eating several meals at Talking Stick Resort Arena thus far.

The lifestyle of professional athletes, especially those in the NBA, is one that lacks rhythm. Players have to get their focus and adrenaline up for games that end around 10:00 p.m. Following the game, there are reporters, showers, and a trip to the airport. There…