Phoenix controls two late second-round picks (Nos. 52 and 59) in tonight’s draft, and John Gambadoro of Arizona Sports activities 98.7 says he “wouldn’t be shocked” if the Suns attempt to transfer up by packaging these picks and maybe sweetening the pot by including a future second-rounder (Twitter hyperlink).
If the Suns do transfer up, they might be concentrating on a particular participant they suppose might play rotation minutes, Gambo provides.
Phoenix had a busy first spherical final evening, deciding on Duke middle Khaman Maluach at No. 10 and agreeing to commerce Vasilije Micic, the No. 29 decide (Liam McNeeley was later chosen) and a 2029 first-rounder with least favorable language to the Hornets for Mark Williams.
The Suns have made a number of trades with the Hornets in current months, and Charlotte is reportedly open to gives on both the thirty third or thirty fourth decide. Nevertheless, it’s unclear if the bundle talked about by Gambadoro would attraction to the Hornets.
The Raptors (No. 39), Warriors (No. 41) and Thunder (No. 44) are additionally prepared to maneuver their second-rounders, in accordance with Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, who reported that Minnesota was taking calls on No. 31 as nicely.
