The Hornets wrap up their three-game road trip tonight in Phoenix, taking on the red hot Suns. Game tips at 9:30 Central on ESPN, and you can watch it live online via ESPN360.com.

The Suns have surprised everyone with their 7-1 start, their lone loss coming on the road against the Magic. Steve Nash looks rejuvenated, the whole team is shooting a ridiculous percentage from three, and they lead the league with 110.9ppg. Meanwhile, our guys are allowing 102.6ppg, which is 8ppg more than last season, and the most points per game that the Hornets have allowed since 1995-96. Now would be a good time for the defense to show up.

Phoenix last played Monday in Philly, beating the Sixers 119-115 behind 21 points and 20 assists from Nash.

Valley of the Suns, the TrueHoop Network Suns’ blog, will be hosting a live chat during the game. You’ll find the chat window embedded at the bottom of this post.

Linkage:

• Ryan’s game preview
• Lagniappe: Power rankings, CP > Nash and some Chris Paul video highlights
  
• Rival bloggers: Bright Side of the Sun | Valley of the Suns

(Many thanks to Dariusz for the banner.)