The focus on the Suns in recent weeks has centered on their pursuit of Jimmy Butler and whether they can convince Bradley Beal to waive his no-trade clause. However, the Suns also have another issue to deal with – what to do with center Jusuf Nurkic. The former starter has been exiled to the end of the bench and he’s not happy about it. Nurkic was removed from the starting … [Read more...] about Community Shootaround: Jusuf Nurkic
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Bulls, Suns Have Discussed Bradley Beal
The Bulls are “absolutely involved in conversations with the Suns involving possible Jimmy Butler situations,” ESPN’s Brian Windhorst stated on Monday’s episode of his Hoop Collective podcast (YouTube link). While Windhorst was careful about what he did and didn’t say in addressing the discussions between Chicago and Phoenix, he made it clear that Bradley Beal‘s name has come … [Read more...] about Bulls, Suns Have Discussed Bradley Beal
Heat Suspend Jimmy Butler Indefinitely
3:51pm: Butler’s indefinite suspension is now official, according to the Heat (Twitter links). “The suspension is due to a continued pattern of disregard of team rules, engaging in conduct detrimental to the team and intentionally withholding services,” the team said in a statement. “This includes walking out of practice earlier today.” As Marks points out (via Twitter), the … [Read more...] about Heat Suspend Jimmy Butler Indefinitely
Suns’ Bradley Beal Not Interested In Bulls Trade
Suns guard Bradley Beal is not amenable to waiving his no-trade clause to be moved to the Bulls, a source tells Fred Katz of The Athletic. Chicago has reportedly held conversations with Phoenix about the idea of acquiring Beal to help facilitate a Suns trade for embattled Heat All-Star swingman Jimmy Butler. On Monday, the 2023 Eastern Conference Finals MVP was suspended by … [Read more...] about Suns’ Bradley Beal Not Interested In Bulls Trade
Open Thread: Phoenix Suns (23-21) vs. Los Angeles Clippers (26-19)
Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images The Suns need to keep stacking the wins. The Suns will look to improve to 3-0 against the Clippers this season, though this will be the first time they face Kawhi Leonard. It will be a challenge, but they need to find a way to take this one. Let’s do it. Tap in with us! … [Read more...] about Open Thread: Phoenix Suns (23-21) vs. Los Angeles Clippers (26-19)