Why The Phoenix Suns Do The Deal
In asking why the Phoenix Suns do this deal, there is no sense in thinking about the future. The question is simple:
Will they contend with their remaining roster in 2022-23?
The answer is a resounding yes. An offensive trio of Durant, Devin Booker and Chris Paul figures to be unguardable. Furthermore, this team is lucky to get out the deal alive with defensive wings like Cam Johnson and Jae Crowder still on the roster.
They won’t have a perfect team in 2022-23. Bismack Biyombo is a fine role player, but an uninspiring starting center. Their guard depth remains weak. Any observers rushing to hand them the Larry O’Brien Trophy will be doing so in haste.
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At the same time, they’ll be in the running. After all, the NBA is a star-driven league, and the Phoenix Suns getting one of the brightest ones in Durant.