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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 – JANUARY 30: Jusuf Nurkic of the Portland Trail Blazer. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images)
PORTLAND, OREGON – JANUARY 30: Jusuf Nurkic of the Portland Trail Blazer. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images) /

Will All Three Players Be Assets This Season?

Allen is definitely a rotation player, but the jury is still out on Little and Johnson. Little has shown flashes of potential but hasn’t yet proven himself on a contending team.

Johnson is a young talent whose role will likely depend on how quickly he can adapt to the NBA. Nurkic, if he returns to form, could be a significant asset, especially if he fits well into the Suns’ offensive and defensive schemes.

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To round things off, while the trade has its risks, it also offers several potential benefits that could make it a win for the Suns. Only time will tell if this bold move pays off, but it’s clear that the Suns are not afraid to shake things up in their quest for an NBA championship.

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