Why did Steven Hunter sign with Phoenix instead of Atlanta, which was offering him the same money?  

Hunter was attracted by the Suns' bright future.

"There are going to be people at our games and we'll be winning," said Hunter.  "Losing in the NBA isn't fun.

"I'm very excited because this team has the potential to go deep in the playoffs."

Also, he wanted to play with Quentin Richardson.  "That was pretty much the icing on the cake," Hunter said. "Quentin is definitely a winner and a warrior who I'd love to play with."

Hunter can run the floor and block shots and the center position is there for the taking if he performs.

"I've made a lot of strides," Hunter said. "My first three years in the league supplied me with a lot of knowledge. The Phoenix Suns got a better player than was with the Orlando Magic."