Suns Seek Trade for Jusuf Nurkic, Targeting Multiple Teams

The Phoenix Suns are actively pursuing trades ahead of the February 6 NBA trade deadline, focusing on offloading center Jusuf Nurkic's contract alongside a first-round pick. The team has engaged in discussions with various franchises, including the Chicago Bulls, Atlanta Hawks, Toronto Raptors, and Washington Wizards, as they aim to reshape their roster around stars Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, and Bradley Beal. Nurkic, who has struggled this season with averages of 8.6 points and 9.2 rebounds, has fallen out of the team's rotation and was recently not included on an extended road trip. The Suns recently acquired additional draft assets from the Utah Jazz, which they plan to leverage in a potential Nurkic deal. Additionally, Atlanta's sharpshooter Bogdan Bogdanovic has emerged as a target for Phoenix as they look to enhance their championship prospects. With Nurkic's contract valued at $18.1 million this season, the Suns are exploring ways to facilitate a trade that benefits their future plans.