Why The Phoenix Suns Do The Deal 

As you can see, there is obviously a risk involved in this deal for the Suns. In other words, it is the same risk we already mentioned for any team that acquires Irving in the future. 

The Suns, on the other hand, know that Paul is getting old, so there is no risk in keeping him. In some cases, it is better to take a Hail Mary shot rather than to accept defeat. 

As a matter of fact, that’s exactly what the Suns are doing here. Having acquired Irving, they’re basically able to maintain the same structure that got them to the NBA Finals in 2020-21, and that won them 64 games the following season in the NBA.

There is no doubt that this team can win big if they have an elite point guard on their side. Johnson will be missed by the team. In addition to that, they will also be able to replace him.

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The supply of 3-and-D wings is simply greater than the supply of shot-creating point guards like Irving. The bottom line is that Phoenix is taking a risk that is worth taking. 

It will be exciting to take on such a risk, as it is with any risk.