AMAR’E STOUDEMIRE HAS HIS KIDS BY HIS SIDE AT RING OF HONOR CEREMONY

Former Suns player Amar’e Stoudemire had his No. 32 jersey retired during a Ring Of Honor ceremony at halftime of the Suns-Rockets game on Saturday. Joined by his kids, his esteemed colleagues, and adoring fans, Stoudemire watched his jersey join those of other Suns legends. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Phoenix Suns (@suns) Before his jersey was raised to the rafters, Stoudemire expressed his gratitude in a speech to those who supported him throughout his career. “I want to thank my family, my heartbeat, because playing basketball is a grueling sport. You have to train, you have to be on top of your game, you have to constantly, you know, be in top shape, and have determination to be the best that you can possibly be, and that requires sometimes being away from home. You’re traveling, and in the summer times, you’re also training at a high level. So, for my family to be there and support me throughout my career, I want to thank them for the support,” he said. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Phoenix Suns (@suns) Drafted by the Suns in 2002, Stoudemire quickly rose to prominence, earning accolades...