The Phoenix Suns appear to be scrambling to fix their roster, but the damage has likely been done. They've got to roll with what they have.
The Phoenix Suns have "discussed" sending out their 2031 first-round pick in a potential trade for Jimmy Butler, according to ESPN's
Will the Miami Heat grant Jimmy Butler's trade wish to the Phoenix Suns? NBA pundits weigh in on Suns' targets before the February 6 trade deadline.
The Phoenix Suns and Jimmy Butler have looked like the 'will they won't they' couple from a sitcom. The mutual interest between the two parties appears to exist, but whether they will actually get together is a whole different story.
Up to the year 2031, the Phoenix Suns have just two draft picks that can be traded since they mortgaged their future by shipping the rest away for players like Kevin Durant, Bradley Beal and others.
If Nick Richards doesn't help the Suns right the ship this season, they soon may be facing existential questions about the core of their roster.
Bradley Beal's benching could be the Phoenix Suns telling him to consider waiving that no-trade clause, says ESPN's Brian Windhorst.
The Suns made a move to acquire Nick Richards from the Hornets, but some people are more skeptical of the move than expected.
It's no secret the Suns and Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler want each other, though the only conceivable way that happens is if Beal agrees to waive his no-trade clause. That doesn't sound like it's happening soon, according to NBA insider Brian Windhorst. "Sounds like no," said Windhorst on ESPN's "Get Up" program.
Butler has been projected as a very quality fit alongside the duo of Suns stars already in place - with his relative low-usage nature, ability to pressure the rim, and underrated playmaking would be a step-up from how Bradley Beal fits currently.
The Phoenix Suns moved Bradley Beal to the bench on Monday night in an effort to shake up what has been a disappointing season under first-year coach Mike Budenholzer. It worked, at least for one night,
The Phoenix Suns have "discussed" sending out their 2031 first-round pick in a potential trade for Jimmy Butler, according to ESPN's Brian Windhorst. The