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The Phoenix Suns are off to a fantastic start this season following their run to the NBA Finals just a number of months ago. While they aren't expected to do a lot at the trade deadline in terms of bringing in more players, the Suns could move on from a few different members of the organization, with former lottery pick Jalen Smith appearing to be one.
Per Shams Charania of The Athletic:
Despite declining his third-year option, the Suns have had interest generate in talks to move center Jalen Smith, sources said. But interested teams expect a potential move for Smith as the Dec. 15 date — when most offseason signings can be traded — nears.
Smith has barely played for the Suns in 2021/22, featuring in a mere eight games while averaging 3.4 points and 3.0 rebounds. With Deandre Ayton and JaVale McGee getting the majority of the playing time at center, there hasn't been a lot of minutes for Smith, who was selected 10th overall by Phoenix in the 2020 draft out of Maryland.
To be fair, the opportunities simply aren't there for the big man with the Suns. A change of scenery is likely the best-case scenario for Smith. After all, he was a top-10 pick for a reason. Even going to a team that is rebuilding could be a good option because he'll get more of a chance to prove his worth.
