The Phoenix Suns are expected to continue to explore trade options for guard Bradley Beal. As it was last season, Beal’s no-trade clause is expected to complicate finding a trade that is acceptable to both the Suns and to Beal.
As such, when Phoenix was interviewing head coaching candidates, those candidates were asked how they would utilize Beal, should he stay on the roster for next season. Ultimately, Jordan Ott, who will be introduced as the Suns next head coach on Tuesday, will have to figure out how to incorporate the veteran guard.
A buyout is considered to be somewhat unlikely for Beal, as he would be asked to give up a considerable amount of salary. In order for the Suns to be able to waive-and-stretch the remainder of his deal, Phoenix would need the shooting guard to give up a large chunk of the nearly $111 million he is owed. Beal is owed $53.6 million for next season and holds a $57.8 million player option for the 2026-27 season.