Phoenix Suns Complete Major Roster Overhaul After Durant, Beal Departures

The Phoenix Suns have undergone significant roster changes during the offseason, notably trading Kevin Durant and buying out Bradley Beal, aiming to rebuild around Devin Booker. They have acquired Jalen Green, who is expected to start at point guard, transitioning from his usual shooting guard role, with Collin Gillespie as backup and Jordan Goodwin and Jared Butler competing for the third point guard spot. Goodwin, a defensive-minded guard recently claimed off waivers from the Lakers, and Butler, signed to a one-year deal, are viewed as key additions to fill the void left by Beal's departure. Despite these moves, the Suns currently have 13 players on standard contracts and two open roster spots, with further trades likely involving players such as Grayson Allen, Royce O'Neale, and Nick Richards to better align with the team's timeline and development goals. The team has shown interest in restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga but lacks the assets to complete a sign-and-trade, indicating their focus might remain on internal development and strategic trades. Overall, the Suns have improved roster flexibility and seem cautiously optimistic about their current lineup while remaining open to additional moves before the season starts.