Suns Free Agency

BOSTON - DECEMBER 2: Boston Celtics' Kyrie Irving drives past the Suns' Mike James towards the basket in the third period. The Boston Celtics host the Phoenix Suns in a regular season NBA basketball game at TD Garden in Boston on Dec. 2, 2017. (Photo by John Tlumacki/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Phoenix Suns: Taking a peak at the top ten 2019 free agents

Dan Volpone
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Suns get more value by avoiding veteran free agents

As free agency lulls, the Suns must shift focus

Projected salary cap spike is great news for Suns

OAKLAND, CA - APRIL 1: Klay Thompson #11 of the Golden State Warriors shoots the ball against the Phoenix Suns on April 1, 2018 at ORACLE Arena in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images)

No big signings this offseason; how will next year look for Phoenix?

Adam Maynes
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HOUSTON, TX - MARCH 30: Trevor Ariza #1 of the Houston Rockets dunks against the Phoenix Suns on March 30, 2018 at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Bill Baptist/NBAE via Getty Images)

Phoenix Suns signing Trevor Ariza means a trade is coming

Adam Maynes
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PHOENIX, AZ - MARCH 13: Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns during the second half of the NBA game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Talking Stick Resort Arena on March 13, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Cavaliers defeated the Suns 129-107. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

How much should Devin Booker have a say in Suns free agency?

Dan Volpone
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BOSTON - MARCH 24: Boston Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas (4) is fouled by Phoenix Suns guard Tyler Ulis (8) on this drive in the third quarter. The Boston Celtics host the Phoenix Suns at TD Garden in Boston on Mar. 24, 2017. (Photo by Barry Chin/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)

Top 5 Suns point guard options in free agency

Sean Humpherys
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BROOKLYN, NY - JUNE 21: Elie Okobo speaks to the media after being selected by the Phoenix Suns at the 2018 NBA Draft on June 21, 2018 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Kostas Lymperopoulos/NBAE via Getty Images)

How will free agency affect Elie Okobo’s role with the Suns?

Dan Volpone
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NEW ORLEANS, LA - FEBRUARY 06: Brandon Knight

Should the Suns believe in Brandon Knight?

Dan Volpone
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LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 22: DeAndre Jordan #6 of the Los Angeles Clippers boxes out against Alex Len #21 of the Phoenix Suns on February 22, 2016 at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2016 NBAE (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)

Today’s opt-in deadline affects Suns free agency

Dan Volpone
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BOSTON, MA - MARCH 24: Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics handles the ball against the Phoenix Suns on March 24, 2017 at the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

Phoenix Suns should NOT target Marcus Smart

Kyle Manthe
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SAN ANTONIO, TX - NOVEMBER 5: Rudy Gay #22 of the San Antonio Spurs handles the ball during the game against the Phoenix Suns on November 5, 2017 at the AT&T Center in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photos by Mark Sobhani/NBAE via Getty Images)

Five more free agents PF’s for the Phoenix Suns

Khaleel Abdullah
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NEW ORLEANS, LA - FEBRUARY 26: Rajon Rondo #9 of the New Orleans Pelicans drives against Elfrid Payton #2 of the Phoenix Suns during the second half at the Smoothie King Center on February 26, 2018 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)

5 Phoenix Suns goals for free agency

Dan Volpone
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ORLANDO, FL - MARCH 24: Aaron Gordon #00 of the Orlando Magic dunks the ball against the Phoenix Suns on March 24, 2018 at Amway Center in Orlando, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images)

Five free agent PF’s to keep an eye on for the Phoenix Suns

Ross Ittel
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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - JANUARY 24: Lance Stephenson #1 of the Indiana Pacers handles the ball during a game against the Phoenix Suns at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on January 24, 2018 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Pacers won 116-101. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using the photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

The Phoenix Suns should sign Lance Stephenson

Khaleel Abdullah
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PHOENIX, AZ - JUNE 22: DeAndre Ayton speaks with the media during The Phoenix Suns 2018 NBA Draft press conference on June 22, 2018, at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

This isn’t NBA 2K: the Suns roster isn’t complete

Dan Volpone
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PHOENIX, AZ - MARCH 13: LeBron James #23 of the Cleveland Cavaliers handles the ball under pressure from Marquese Chriss #0 of the Phoenix Suns during the first half of the NBA game at Talking Stick Resort Arena on March 13, 2018 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Cavaliers defeated the Suns 129-107. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

LeBron’s quick decision means Suns must win the moratorium

Dan Volpone
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CHARLOTTE, NC - MARCH 10: Elfrid Payton #2 of the Phoenix Suns looks to pass the ball during the game against the Charlotte Hornets on March 10, 2018 at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Kent Smith/NBAE via Getty Images)

What the Phoenix Suns draft means for Elfrid Payton’s free agency

Kyle Manthe
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PHOENIX, AZ - MARCH 2: Kemba Walker #15 of the Charlotte Hornets goes for a lay up against the Charlotte Hornets during the game on March 2, 2017 at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Suns should wait until 2019 to make free agency moves

Assane Drame
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Milwaukee, WI - MARCH 30: Jabari Parker #12 of the Milwaukee Bucks shoots the ball Phoenix Suns on March 30, 2016 at the BMO Harris Bradley Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2016 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)

If Jabari Parker is available, the Suns should make an offer

Adam Maynes
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PHOENIX, AZ - MARCH 05: Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics handles the ball against Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns during the first half of the NBA game at Talking Stick Resort Arena on March 5, 2017 in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Patience this summer is key to future Suns championships

Dan Volpone
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BELGRADE, SERBIA - MAY 20: Luka Doncic, #7 of Real Madrid poses with Chamipons Trophy and MVP of the final Trophy 2018 Turkish Airlines EuroLeague F4 Champion Photo Session with Trophy at Stark Arena on May 20, 2018 in Belgrade, Serbia. (Photo by Rodolfo Molina/EB via Getty Images)

Drafting Doncic makes more sense for the Phoenix Suns

Andrew Clark
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LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 3: Michael Beasley

Former Phoenix Suns free agent rankings: Big men

Lucas Johnson
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PHOENIX, AZ - MARCH 15: Seth Curry

Former Phoenix Suns free agent rankings: Wings

Lucas Johnson
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MINNEAPOLIS, MN - DECEMBER 16: Jamal Crawford #11 of the Minnesota Timberwolves handles the ball against the Phoenix Suns on December 16, 2017 at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Jordan Johnson/NBAE via Getty Images)

Igor Kokoskov may make Jamal Crawford a FA target

Chad Boyles
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OAKLAND, CA - APRIL 1: Elfrid Payton #2 of the Phoenix Suns warms up prior to the game against the Golden State Warriors on April 1, 2018 at ORACLE Arena in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Phoenix Suns should re-sign Elfrid Payton as a backup

Adam Maynes
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MIAMI, FL - MARCH 5: Elfrid Payton

Phoenix Suns should let Elfrid Payton walk this summer

Lucas Johnson
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