Kings, Suns Shape NBA Rosters With Brown, Green Trades

The Boston Celtics are planning significant roster changes for the 2025-2026 season following Jayson Tatum's Achilles injury, including potentially trading 2024 Finals MVP Jaylen Brown to the Sacramento Kings. The proposed trade would bring veteran DeMar DeRozan and multiple picks to the Celtics, giving them flexibility and leadership while the Kings aim to bolster their playoff chances after missing the postseason last year. Meanwhile, the Sacramento Kings are aggressively pursuing Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga, offering a four-year, $90 million contract and a starting role, which Kuminga reportedly prefers, potentially forcing the Warriors to lower their asking price. On the other hand, the Phoenix Suns are undergoing a rebuild with low win projections for next season and are relying heavily on young players like Jalen Green and Dillon Brooks to step up, with Green encouraged to develop his playmaking skills. Green, who was acquired in the Kevin Durant trade, has struggled with inefficiency but has shown potential with his athleticism and is entering a critical phase in his career to prove his value. The Suns' outlook remains uncertain, with new additions expected to carry the team forward amid skepticism about their playoff prospects.