Suns Urged to Trade for Warriors Star

The Phoenix Suns maintain interest in Golden State Warriors star Jonathan Kuminga, who re-signed as a restricted free agent but is anticipated to be available for trade, with the Suns actively pursuing him to bolster their roster.

Bleacher Report advocates for the Suns to trade Grayson Allen and a top-11 protected pick for Kuminga, citing that acquiring him outside a sign-and-trade simplifies the process and highlights Kuminga's higher upside compared to Allen, despite Allen's better fit in the Warriors' system and his three-point shooting and playmaking abilities.

The potential trade is driven by Kuminga's youth, being seven years younger than Allen, and his greater likelihood of becoming a foundational talent, with a two-man game involving Devin Booker offering significant potential for the Suns' lineup.

This move aligns with the Suns' efforts to finalize their roster overhaul after parting with players like Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal, as they currently rely on Dillon Brooks and Jalen Green but require additional firepower to compete in the challenging Western Conference.

In pursuit of Kuminga, the Suns reportedly offered a four-year, $90 million contract and a trade package including Royce O'Neale and second-round picks, while Devin Booker expressed eagerness for the new season, noting the extended offseason and roster and coaching changes as motivators for a playoff return.