Phoenix Suns Receive: G Kyrie Irving

Brooklyn Nets Receive: G Chris Paul, G/F Josh Okogie

Of course, many observers are expecting a trade between the Brooklyn Nets and Phoenix Suns this summer. They just aren’t necessarily expecting this one.

Obviously, Kevin Durant has been linked to the Suns frequently. Allegedly, it’s his preferred destination. Of course, that may be partly due to the opportunity to play with Chris Paul.

Meanwhile, the Nets are widely expected to shop Kyrie Irving this summer, but the Suns aren’t widely regarded as a possible landing spot.

With that said, sometimes the move that’s less expected is the one that ends up happening.

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If Durant wants to play with Paul, would he be open to doing so in Brooklyn? Meanwhile, the Suns just matched a max offer for Deandre Ayton. Could they make a semi-commitment to a youth movement by swapping Paul for the younger Irving?

Moreover, would they do so even knowing how difficult Irving can be?