The Phoenix Suns are in a complex situation after trading for Bradley Beal. The Arizonian team sacrificed all its depth trading for Kevin Durant and Beal, putting themselves in a complex position.
Now, they are looking to trade Deandre Ayton, and according to Chris Haynes, they have contacted the Boston Celtics about a potential trade involving the center (19:09 mark).
“I think they are looking into that,” Haynes said when asked about the Suns potentially trading Deandre Ayton for depth. “I know they’ve talked with Boston, I don’t know if they can get anything done there. But yes, they’re looking into that.”
The newly-formed Suns’ Big Four is set to make $162.9 million next season, giving them little space to maneuver and build the best possible team, at least around Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, and Bradley Beal.
Trading for Ayton would be beneficial for them, but the Celtics may not be interested in this move. Having Robert Williams III, the C’s don’t have any need to add Ayton to the roster.
It’s unclear what the Suns are looking for in this trade, but it does sound unlikely to happen as things stand right now. Ayton has had a complex tenure with the Suns, as he even got beef with former head coach Monty Williams, who reportedly didn’t like coaching him.
Now, he might be on his way out of the team, but it’s unclear if that will happen.
Deandre Ayton Has Low Value In The Trade Market
Moreover, the Suns need to work extra hard to convince rivals that Ayton is a good piece. His trade value is reportedly low right now and perhaps the Suns will need to wait to see Ayton improve his level and chances to land in a new team during the 2023-23 NBA season.
Ayton left a bad impression last season, earning a lot of criticism during the Second-Round duel against the Phoenix Suns in the 2023 NBA Playoffs. Ayton must prove his value again, especially with his big contract, and see what options he has for the future.
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