Josh Okogie trade targets for the Phoenix Suns to explore
By Matt Escobar
Bigs
- Jock Landale
- Kevon Looney
- Trey Lyles
- Paul Reed
Right now, there’s no reason to trade for a big man. Jusuf Nurkić is currently locked into the starting spot with Mason Plumlee backing him up. Oso Ighodaro may not be in the rotation when the season begins, but his performance at Summer League shows he’s not far away.
However, if Nurk is traded at some point and doesn’t bring back a big in return, then trading Okogie for one on this list would make sense.
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Landale spent a season in the Valley and showed that he's a great fit next to Devin Booker and Kevin Durant. He is signed for 3 seasons at $8 million per year, however, which isn't the kind of money the Suns want to take on.
Reed and his 2-year contract fit the Suns plans better, but Lyles and Looney's experience and 1-year deals make them more appealing. Sacramento might not want to move on from a rotation player like Lyles, but Golden State is reportedly done with Looney.
Looney's potential availability, low usage play style, and playoff experience make him the most attractive option of this bunch.