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NBA insider Marc Stein reported that Suns star Devin Booker had interest in reuniting with Chris Paul before the latter went to the Clippers.
For the Suns, the potential departure of Beal marks yet another major roster shake-up in a turbulent NBA offseason. With both Durant and Beal likely gone, Phoenix now faces a full-scale reset as they look to retool around Devin Booker and a younger core.
Shams Charania reported on ESPN's NBA Today that the Suns and Sacramento Kings have made sign-and-trade offers to the Golden State Warriors for the 6-foot-7 forward Kuminga, whose stock has risen with the Warriors over the past four seasons.
The Suns plan to start newly acquired Jalen Green at point guard over Devin Booker, signaling a shift in their backcourt approach.
Two more teams have registered interest in three-time All-Star Ben Simmons, according to NBA insider Marc Stein.
Instead, a buyout appears to be on the way. Despite reports claiming the Suns and Beal are negotiating the terms of the buyout, Phoenix general manager Brian Gregory didn't open up on the situation. "With negotiations and contract stuff, we just don't talk about the players," Gregory said.
After being cut loose by the Los Angeles Lakers, Jordan Goodwin was reportedly claimed on waivers by the Phoenix Suns.
Jonathan Kuminga's potential departure from the Golden State Warriors has sparked sign-and-trade discussions, with the Chicago Bulls emerging as a possible destination. The Warriors are reportedly interested in acquiring Jalen Smith and Ayo Dosunmu from the Bulls.