This Knicks-Suns Trade Features Derrick Rose

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Why The Phoenix Suns Do The Deal 

Of course, you probably know why Jae Crowder requested a trade. Apparently, he lost his starting position to Cameron Johnson. 

That makes sense. Johnson has emerged as one of the best shooting wings in the NBA. On the other hand, there’s no room for Crowder to start at the 3 either – Mikal Bridges may be the league’s best 3-and-D wing. 

On the other hand, the Suns could badly use some guard depth. Cameron Payne is fine, but he’s closer to a ninth man than a sixth man.

By contrast, Rose is one of the best reserve guards in the NBA. 

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With that in mind, he’d be a perfect fit for these Suns. His elite floor spacing means that he’ll be able to thrive alongside either Rose or Paul. Meanwhile, his playmaking means he can carry the offense while they’re both resting. 

If all goes well, adding him could give the Suns something to celebrate next summer. 

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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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