The Phoenix Suns are entering a new era, following a dramatic reshaping of their roster this offseason. While the front office isn’t ruling out additional moves, the team is reportedly satisfied with its current lineup, which is significantly younger and more flexible than in previous years.
The turning point in this offseason came with two high-profile changes: the blockbuster trade of superstar Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets before the 2025 NBA Draft, and the buyout of Bradley Beal’s contract. Beal subsequently signed a two-year, $11 million deal with the Los Angeles Clippers. To manage the financial impact, the Suns will stretch the nearly $97 million remaining on Beal’s contract over five years.
These changes have placed Phoenix under both the first and second tax aprons, offering them more flexibility in managing contracts. They can now explore options such as aggregating salaries in trades, executing sign-and-trade deals, and utilizing mid-level exceptions. While the Suns have shown interest in restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga of the Golden State Warriors, acquiring him appears unlikely due to a lack of trade assets and draft capital required for a competitive sign-and-trade package.
Despite speculation and fan curiosity, the Suns are not actively pursuing veteran free agents like Chris Paul, Russell Westbrook, or Al Horford. While Chris Paul had shown interest in returning to Los Angeles (either with the Lakers, Clippers, or Suns) to be closer to his family, the Suns don’t appear to be in the market for aging stars at this time. Paul, a key figure in Phoenix’s run to the 2021 NBA Finals, played all 82 games for the San Antonio Spurs in the 2024–25 season—his 20th in the league—but at age 40, he no longer fits into the Suns’ youth-focused rebuild.
Currently, the Suns are not in urgent need of roster changes, even though point guard and power forward remain areas where they could use reinforcements. Two names that have surfaced in trade rumors are Grayson Allen and Royce O’Neale. However, both are elite three-point shooters and contributed significantly to Phoenix’s perimeter success last season. O’Neale had a career-best season, hitting 40.6% from beyond the arc, while Allen led the entire NBA in three-point shooting in 2023–24 with a 46.1% clip. Their performance helped the Suns finish third in the league in team three-point shooting percentage.
One of the biggest shifts this offseason has been the team’s focus on getting younger. The Suns entered the 2024–25 season with the second-oldest roster in the NBA, averaging 28.26 years in age. Durant, who will turn 37 in September 2025, represented the old guard. Now, the team is centered around four-time All-Star Devin Booker, who recently signed a record-breaking two-year, $145 million contract extension. This deal made history as the richest annual extension in league history and keeps Booker locked in through the 2029–30 season.
With Durant and Beal gone, the Suns have retooled their roster through the massive seven-team trade that sent Durant to Houston. In return, Phoenix acquired promising young players like Jalen Green and Dillon Brooks, as well as the 10th overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, which became teenage phenom Khaman Maluach. The Suns also landed second-rounders Koby Brea and Rasheer Fleming in the same deal.
The current roster consists of 13 players under standard NBA contracts. Their average age is a notably younger 25.46 years. Here’s a breakdown of the current players:
- Devin Booker (28) – The franchise cornerstone.
- Jalen Green (23) – An explosive guard with high upside.
- Dillon Brooks (29) – Known for his defensive tenacity and gritty style.
- Grayson Allen (29) – Elite shooter and reliable floor spacer.
- Royce O’Neale (32) – Veteran presence with consistent 3-and-D value.
- Mark Williams (23) – Young center with size and rim protection.
- Khaman Maluach (18) – High-ceiling prospect from the 2025 draft.
- Nick Richards (27) – Interior big man with rebounding ability.
- Ryan Dunn (22) – Athletic wing with defensive potential.
- Collin Gillespie (26) – Floor general signed to a standard contract after spending time as a two-way player.
- Nigel Hayes-Davis (30) – Forward coming off a strong Euroleague showing; signed a one-year deal.
- Oso Ighodaro (23) – High-motor big man returning from last season.
- Rasheer Fleming (21) – A developmental forward added via the Rockets trade.
The Suns have also filled their two-way contract slots. These include:
- CJ Huntley – A rookie big man.
- Isaiah Livers – A former Pistons forward returning from a hip injury that kept him out all of last season.
- Koby Brea – Another rookie from the 2025 draft class.
Livers, a 6-foot-6 wing, was originally drafted in the second round in 2021 by Detroit and is expected to be ready for training camp this fall after undergoing hip surgery. His return adds further wing depth and could contribute to Phoenix’s rotation if he stays healthy.
Of the current squad, seven players are returnees from last season’s 36-win team: Devin Booker, Grayson Allen, Royce O’Neale, Ryan Dunn, Oso Ighodaro, Nick Richards, and Collin Gillespie. Phoenix failed to make the playoffs last year for the first time since 2020, marking a return to losing territory after several years of competitiveness.
Despite the recent setbacks, the franchise sees promise in its revamped core. The new roster construction appears focused on long-term sustainability, player development, and financial flexibility, rather than chasing immediate championship contention. The Suns’ leadership seems confident in building around Booker and letting the younger players grow into their roles. While trade rumors may continue to swirl and the potential for signings exists, the team’s actions suggest a strategic, patient approach moving forward.
In summary, the Phoenix Suns are embracing a youth movement, stepping away from their former all-in, veteran-heavy roster model. They’ve made bold moves by parting ways with Durant and Beal, clearing cap space, acquiring young talent, and locking in Devin Booker for the long haul. While the franchise remains open to adding more pieces, it’s clear that the Suns are content with the foundation they’ve laid—and are focused on growing this next era of Phoenix basketball from the ground up.
