Miles Bridges trade is yet another shortsighted Suns move
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- The Phoenix Suns' trade for Miles Bridges, involving an unprotected 2033 first-round pick, is criticized as a poor offseason move that contradicts the team's previous emphasis on "character above all."
- Suns owner Mat Ishbia quickly traded away a valuable future asset, an unprotected 2033 first-round pick, in a desperate attempt to improve a team not currently positioned to contend.
- The trade is seen as an impulsive decision that offers only a modest upgrade in player value, swapping Grayson Allen for Bridges, with similar salary and performance levels, and primarily offloading Royce O’Neale’s contract.
- Phoenix received future draft picks that are considered low-value and unlikely to significantly benefit the team, reflecting a pattern of unfavorable dealings with the Charlotte Hornets.
- This trade leaves the Suns with very limited draft capital through 2033, as they can now only trade one remaining first-round pick (2028) and a few second-round picks, constraining their future flexibility.
