PHOENIX -- The Phoenix Suns put the NBA on notice this season by defying preseason expectations with a 45-37 record and coming out playing a hard-nosed style of basketball. Additionally, several players had career seasons in a surprise year for the Suns. Because of this, the Suns were well represented in the latest results of The Athletic ’s 2026 Anonymous NBA Player Poll. Where Suns Ranked in The Athletic’s 2026 Anonymous NBA Player Poll Jan 30, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks (3) celebrates with guard Collin Gillespie (12) against the Cleveland Cavaliers in the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Suns coach Jordan Ott got the most recognition for Phoenix in the poll, ranking fifth among all coaches with 6.8% of the vote for which current coach players found the most impressive among 146 players surveyed.…