The Phoenix Suns eye potential buyout candidates to bolster their bench depth for a deep playoff run.
The Phoenix Suns find themselves in need of roster depth as they aim for a deep playoff run as they are currently 5th in the West with a record of 31-22. Despite their recent trade activity, they still have room to improve, especially in bolstering their bench.
The Suns have one of the best Big 3s in the league but their bench scoring is one of the worst in the league, ranking in the bottom 5. With the buyout market offering potential solutions, let’s explore three enticing candidates who could provide valuable contributions to the Suns’ quest for championship glory.
Davis Bertans presents an intriguing option for the Suns, particularly with his sharpshooting ability from beyond the arc. As a stretch forward, Bertans has the capacity to stretch opposing defenses and create spacing for Phoenix’s dynamic scorers like Devin Booker, Bradley Beal and Kevin Durant.
Despite a down year statistically, Bertans has showcased his potential as a lethal three-point threat in previous seasons, making him a tantalizing addition for a Suns team looking to bolster its offensive firepower off the bench. With his shooting prowess and floor-spacing capabilities, Bertans could provide a significant boost to the Suns’ scoring output.
Bertans still needs to get bought out the Charlotte Hornets, who got him through the Gordon Hayward trade. Bertans has averaged 3.3 points on 44.8% shooting from 3-point range this season, but he still has a lot of potential at 31 years of age.
the top of the Suns’ buyout wishlist sits Danilo Gallinari, a seasoned veteran with a diverse skill set tailor-made for playoff basketball. Gallinari’s ability to score from all three levels, coupled with his playoff experience, makes him an ideal addition to Phoenix’s championship aspirations.
Despite battling injuries in recent years, Gallinari has proven capable of making significant contributions when healthy, as evidenced by his scoring outburst in a recent game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, where he exploded for 20 points in just 23 mins of action.
His versatility as a scorer and willingness to embrace a complementary role could make him a seamless fit within the Suns’ offensive scheme. Moreover, Gallinari’s close relationship with Devin Booker could further enhance team chemistry and cohesion down the stretch of the season.
He is currently a free-agent after being waived by the Detroit Pistons, who acquired him as part of the trade with the Wizards. Gallinari has averaged 7.3 points, 2.8 rebounds and 1.3 assists while shooting 45.1% from the field and 35.5% from 3-point range. If acquired, Gallinari has the potential to be a difference-maker for the Suns as they vie for their first NBA title in franchise history.
