Charles Barkley reflects on his final conversation with Al McCoy

John Voita is the Managing Editor of Bright Side of the Sun, co-host of the Suns JAM Session Podcast, and has been a credentialed member of the Phoenix media since 2023.

The Phoenix Suns 2024-25 campaign has officially begun, as the team now has two games underneath their belt.

This season carries with it a sense of hope, opportunity, and promise, but it’s also marked by a poignant absence. It’s the first year that legendary broadcaster Al McCoy won’t witness. Al passed away this past summer at the age of 91, after calling Suns games for 51 of those years. Every time Phoenix steps on the court, we’ll be reminded of him. To honor his legacy, the team will wear a black ribbon on their left…