It was supposed to be a short-term, inside look at a rookie preparing for the start of his first NBA season. But Suns guard Casey Jacobsen's training camp journal last October was such a huge hit with fans that the first-round draft pick out of Stanford agreed to continue filing occasional entries throughout 2002-03. The following is an archive of his entertaining and insightful experiences from his introductory season in the NBA.

May 19, 2003: Two weeks removed from his first postseason run, Casey files one final entry in his online journal, recapping his rookie run and sharing some of his plans for the summer.

Playoffs 2003: Enjoy Jacobsen's regular journal entries throughout the 2003 NBA Playoffs, as he offers his insight into the Suns' first round series with the San Antonio Spurs.

April 7, 2003: Casey provides his insight into the Suns' push for a playoff spot and what it's like to play against his good buddy and former Stanford teammate Mark Madsen.

March 25, 2003: Happy Birthday to Casey! The Suns' now 22-year-old guard filed discusses his recent birthday, Stanford's loss in the NCAA Tournament and the war in Iraq.

March 13, 2003: Take a unique peak into the locker room after an NBA game in Casey's latest Journal entry filed immediately after the Suns' big win over the Sacramento Kings. Casey talks about how he is handling his recent lack of playing time and his post game regimen.

Feb. 28, 2003: Casey gives his take on the team's recent Hardwood Classic in Milwaukee and shares his thoughts on the retro craze.

Feb. 11, 2003: Back at work, Jacobsen gives a full report on his exploits during the NBA All-Star break.

Jan. 22, 2003: Casey checks in from the East Coast with his thoughts on life on the NBA road and his develping friendship with center Jake Voskuhl.

Jan. 15, 2003: The Suns' rookie shares his thoughts on Penny Hardaway's injury, his increased responsibilities as a result and his involvement in the Suns' Open Practice.

Dec. 19, 2002: Anticipating a return home to California, Casey looks forward to his parents seeing him play for the first time as a pro and shares some Christmas memories and family traditions.

Dec. 2, 2002: Returning to the Bay Area and playing in Oakland's Arena as an NBA player for the first time, Casey talks about meeting up with his old Stanford teammates and predicts how his alma mater will fare this college basketball season.

Nov. 13, 2002: Casey describes his recent celebrity bar tending gig in this entry and offers his thoughts on playing with Stephon Marbury.

Oct. 30, 2002: As the preseason wraps up and the regular season nears, Casey anxiously awaits his pro debut, and shares his experiences from the Suns' season ticket holder party. Experiences that include dancing with Bo Outlaw?

Training Camp 2002: The Suns' first round pick files a daily journal entry from the team's training camp in the cool pines of Flagstaff, Ariz. The first-time camper dishes the inside scoop on his rookie hazing, Amaré Stoudemire's unique swimming suit, the Suns' team dinners and a visit to a local elementary school. If ever there was a "Must Read," Suns fans, this is it!