Highlights

  • The Phoenix Suns traded Deandre Ayton for Jusuf Nurkic, among others, adding depth to their roster after creating a new "big three" of Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal.
  • With the trade, the Suns are now facing a championship or bust season, having given up future draft picks in their recent trades.
  • Injuries and on-court chemistry will be key factors in determining whether the Suns can compete for a championship or struggle in the Western Conference. The loss of Ayton's size at Center could also impact potential playoff performances.