Why The Phoenix Suns Do The Deal 

By contrast, the Suns already have one of the best wing rotations in the NBA – even without Crowder. 

After all, Johnson usurped Crowder in the starting lineup. Enough said. Meanwhile, Mikal Bridges may be the best 3-and-D wing in the entire NBA. Throw in Torrey Craig, and most of the league’s contenders should be jealous of the Suns’ forwards. 

Their guard rotation is a different story. The starting backcourt is fantastic. Neither Chris Paul nor Devin Booker is getting replaced. Otherwise, Cameron Payne is an uninspiring lead reserve. 

In fact, Korkmaz and Milton are both upgrades. Finally, adding Niang gives the Suns an insurance policy in case one of their wings gets injured.

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All told, the Suns add at a position of weakness here by removing a player they don’t need, who doesn’t want to be with them anyway. 

All told, that should make them a tougher team in 2022-23.