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Suns Overhaul Roster: Durant, Beal Out, Booker Extended

9/1/2025

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Story summary

The Phoenix Suns made major offseason changes, trading Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal while extending Devin Booker through 2029-30.
They acquired Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, and three rookies, focusing on a rebuild despite no first-round picks until 2032.
Analysts view these moves as bold, as the Suns seek a new identity after missing the playoffs last season.
Green and Brooks are key additions, with Green needing defensive improvement and Brooks contributing intensity and shooting.
The success of these changes will be assessed in the upcoming season.

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Story summary

The Phoenix Suns made major offseason changes, trading Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal while extending Devin Booker through 2029-30.
They acquired Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, and three rookies, focusing on a rebuild despite no first-round picks until 2032.
Analysts view these moves as bold, as the Suns seek a new identity after missing the playoffs last season.
Green and Brooks are key additions, with Green needing defensive improvement and Brooks contributing intensity and shooting.
The success of these changes will be assessed in the upcoming season.