It’s decision time at long last for the Suns. After pondering over the future of Bradley Beal, a solution is right in front of them. But the drama always has its supporting cast. Jusuf Nurkic being one of the members of the ugly Mike Budenholzer rift, the franchise had to ensure his part as well. And it seems like they finally have.
According to Evan Sidery, “The Suns will soon be trading Jusuf Nurkic.” He also stated, “Four teams appear open to taking on Nurkic in exchange for a first-round pick,” reporting for Forbes. That first-round pick has its value because the domino effect also involves another NBA star. “Atlanta Hawks sharpshooter Bogdan Bogdanovic has emerged as a target for the Suns ahead of the trade deadline,” Brett Siegel of Clutchpoints confirmed.
The Suns will soon be trading Jusuf Nurkic, who is now their fourth-string center.
For @Forbes, the latest on Phoenix’s search to deal Nurkic’s contract for value in return.
Four teams appear open to taking on Nurkic in exchange for a first-round pick. https://t.co/RoWo2zmWpq
— Evan Sidery (@esidery) January 30, 2025
The $17 million Serbian guard’s trade could open up the much-needed cap space Mat Ishbia was looking for to facilitate the Jimmy Butler trade. Beal, who has a no-trade clause, just might end up with the Suns as the franchise is making a last-ditch effort to materialize their win-now mentality.
This is a developing story…
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