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Suns’ blockbuster trade perspective: A calculated risk with upside

By Ermay Duran

Oct 23, 2021; Portland, Oregon, USA; Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) looks to drive to the basket on Portland Trail Blazers center Jusuf Nurkic (27) during the first quarter of the game at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 23, 2021; Portland, Oregon, USA; Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) looks to drive to the basket on Portland Trail Blazers center Jusuf Nurkic (27) during the first quarter of the game at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports /
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PORTLAND, OREGON – DECEMBER 14: Damian Lillard of the Portland Trail Blazers shoots while defended by Deandre Ayton of the Phoenix Suns. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)
PORTLAND, OREGON – DECEMBER 14: Damian Lillard of the Portland Trail Blazers shoots while defended by Deandre Ayton of the Phoenix Suns. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images) /

The Phoenix Suns have always been a franchise willing to make bold moves, and the recent blockbuster trade that landed them Jusuf Nurkic, Nasir Little, Keon Johnson, and Grayson Allen is no exception.

While the trade has been met with mixed reviews, there are several positive aspects that could make this a win for the Suns.

Depth and Versatility

One of the most immediate benefits of this trade is the added depth and versatility it brings to the Suns’ roster. The acquisition of Little and Allen provides the team with impactful players who can round out their depth.

These players offer a range of skills that can be valuable in different game situations, potentially making the Suns a more adaptable and unpredictable team.

Financial Flexibility

The trade also offers financial benefits. By moving Deandre Ayton, the Suns have effectively redistributed his contract into multiple pieces.

This allows the Suns to not invest as heavily in the center position, freeing up financial resources that can be used to strengthen other areas of the team.

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