The Phoenix Suns have seen some issues this year that have left fans outraged. Their main issue was center play, though. It has been discussed throughout the season as an area of need for the team. A recent benching, which stemmed further with some DNPs, and an illness have left the previous center, Jusuf Nurkic, out. In his absence, the Suns struggled to rebound, allowing two 20-rebound and 20-point games in back-to-back games. This was the signal for them to make a move.
The Phoenix Suns made their first trade of the season yesterday, shipping Josh Okogie to the Charlotte Hornets for three second-round picks and Nick Richards for one source second-round pick.