This Suns-Timberwolves Trade Features D’Angelo Russell

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Why The Phoenix Suns Do The Deal 

You’ve probably guessed this already, but the Suns do this deal to land a younger replacement for Paul. 

In fact, Russell is in a similar age bracket to most of this Suns core. He’s also not as good as Paul – the Suns would probably take a step back here. However, the hope would be that, in a few years, Russell could mesh with Devin Booker, Ayton, and Mikal Bridges well enough to work back toward contention. 

Moreover, Russell is on an expiring contract. By contrast, Paul’s deal runs to the 2025-26 season. He’ll be 40 by the time it runs up. It’s a harsh reality, but it’s one that limits the Suns’ options. 

If they don’t move Paul now, they could watch him deteriorate to the point where he has no trade value. That could set this franchise back. Moving him now while he can still help a team allows them to get some value in return.

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Russell will be a good pick-and-roll partner for Ayton, allowing the Suns to maintain the offensive system that’s been so effective with Paul. 

Should the Wolves really pursue the aging point guard? 

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James Piercey

When it comes to exploring the endless possibilities of NBA trades, there's no one quite like James Piercey. With a keen eye for player dynamics, salary cap intricacies, and a knack for discovering uncharted trade territory, James has risen to prominence as the preeminent expert in the realm of hypothetical NBA trades. James is also known for his work covering the Houston Rockets for SB Nation's The Dream Shake — a blog that gives a daily, comprehensive look at the team. He has written for various outlets, including FanSided and Last Word on Sports, among others.

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