NBA Rumors: The 3 players who will leave the Phoenix Suns this summer

With the disappointing season that has unfolded in Phoenix, changes will be necessary. We have already seen the first domino fall for this franchise, with Mike Budenholzer being fired from the team after one season. This is a common trend for the Suns, who are back on the coaching carousel, now having their fourth coach in four years.

This time is different as the coach won't be the sole scapegoat this season. The Suns' offseason is rumored to bring multiple changes to the coaching staff, management, and roster. Being in cap peril and with most of their money tied up in three players, options are limited.

Kevin Durant

The name most associated with the Suns in recent trade talks is Kevin Durant. After failing to land a deal for Bradley Beal at the trade deadline, the Suns nearly traded for Durant on the fly. This led to a not-so-good relationship with the team in the latter half of the year. Now, the team acknowledges that approaching a trade that way wasn't the right move, but both parties realize a trade might be on the horizon. With the Suns still struggling to offload Beal's contract, Durant could be the only way to reshape this team.

From recent reports, Shams Charania has hinted at a move, making it more apparent that this partnership will come to an end. With Durant in the final year of his contract, the Suns want to ensure they can get some value out of him if this process goes further south. Not agreeing, Durant has stated multiple times that he loves Phoenix and wants to retire here. Unfortunately for Durant and the Suns, this partnership may have to be cut short faster than either would have wanted.

Bradley Beal

Unfortunately for Beal and the Suns, the plan to acquire him didn't pan out as intended. This has also been an issue in previous Suns' offseason moves. That being said, I believe a move to unload his contract will be the team's first course of action. Suns' insider John Gambadaro has reaffirmed what he's been told about Beal's situation.

This leads me to believe that Beal won't be on this roster after this season. Now, how will the Suns go about it? That remains the question. As Beal has a no-trade clause in his contract, he has the final say on his new home. This has led to discussions that the team could buy out his contract. Now, this has been a topic of debate on how helpful it would be. Regardless of how you feel, both parties will explore different paths for the Suns this offseason.

Grayson Allen

There is a name on this team with a movable contract. Grayson Allen earned his extension last year but saw his role reduced this season. In a team with many players like him, it also makes sense why he would be available. Not to mention the $16 million he will earn next season would be considered a solid contract across the league. Allen also brings a skill every team desires: three-point shooting, a necessary trait in today's game. As the team looks to add functions it lacks, he could serve as a solid three-point shooter for many rotations in the league. This leads me to believe he will also be traded in this hectic Suns' offseason.

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