The Phoenix Suns have been some of the disappointing groups within the NBA final season. With three stars like Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal, the Suns have been anticipated to make a deep entry into the Western Convention.
Swept by the Minnesota Timberwolves within the first spherical of the 2024 NBA playoffs, Phoenix did not win a single postseason recreation with its star trio. This made the necessity for roster adjustments extraordinarily clear, and Phoenix made them this offseason.
One of many strikes Phoenix made was bringing in former Memphis Grizzlies level guard Tyus Jones. This can be a one-year, $3.3 million contract that Jones signed with Phoenix after spending final season with the Washington Wizards.
Tyus Jones – the highest remaining free agent guard in the marketplace – agreed to a one-year deal value $3.3 million with the Phoenix Suns, Kevin Bradbury of @LiftSportsMNGMT tells ESPN. pic.twitter.com/lhhJkKowQz
–Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) July 27, 2024
Talking to reporters on Sunday, Suns star Kevin Durant was requested concerning the addition of Jones.
“I simply assume he helped the entire crew get higher,” Durant mentioned. “One other man who can play and management the offense. Who’s been doing it on this league for some time now. One other man who can command the offense, command the crew.
“He helped the entire crew enhance.” Kevin Durant on including Tyus Jones. #Suns pic.twitter.com/eZKQbaMM2r
– Duane Rankin (@DuaneRankin) October 6, 2024
Jones spent 4 seasons with the Grizzlies the place he performed in 288 video games (60 begins), averaging 8.3 factors and 4.5 assists. Whereas many thought-about Jones one of many high free brokers within the NBA this summer time, he joined Phoenix in a team-friendly deal.
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