It’s never too early to start thinking about trades, especially in the world of the NBA.
For the Phoenix Suns, there are reasons to both be eager and to avoid pursuing trades at the deadline this year. Being just under two months away from the mid-season deadline to strike deals, some players are already being tossed in trade discussions.
After the Suns gutted their depth to land Kevin Durant in 2023, only to regress with the 15-time All-Star and Devin Booker leading the way, they might be a bit hesitant to strike any deals. However, they have been overachieving to start the 2025-26 NBA season. With this, they might be able to make a postseason push, especially if they make some roster improvements at the trade deadline.
The Suns could benefit from swinging a trade for a buy-low player, such as Keon Ellis. The guard is a productive player, though his role with the 6-22 (last in Western Conference) Sacramento Kings has been shaky. The club has mishandled his situation.
Phoenix should look to capitalize on the Kings’ mismanagement.