Today, the Phoenix Suns made a significant move by signing Grayson Allen to a four-year, $70 million contract. Despite the Suns’ known trio of Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, and Bradley Beal, Allen is seen as a crucial addition to the playoff-bound team.
The decision to sign Allen stems from the Suns’ inconsistent performance throughout the regular season. They experienced streaks of wins followed by losses, compounded by Bradley Beal’s injury, which disrupted their on-court chemistry.
However, Grayson Allen has been a consistent performer amidst the ups and downs of the Suns’ season. He led the league in three-point shooting percentage, hitting 46.1% from beyond the arc. With shooters like Beal, Durant, Booker, and Allen, Phoenix has become known for its sharpshooting abilities.
Allen’s stats for the season include averages of 13 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 assists per game, with an efficient 50% shooting from the field and 87.8% from the free-throw line.
As the Suns prepare for their upcoming playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, tensions are high. The Suns defeated the Timberwolves 125-106 in their regular season finale, setting up a first-round series between the two teams.
The history between the Suns and Anthony Edwards adds fuel to the fire, with Edwards previously criticizing the Suns and making light of their acquisitions. Despite the Timberwolves boasting the top-ranked defense in the NBA this season, they struggled against the Suns, losing all three meetings and even suffering their worst defensive and offensive performances of the season against Phoenix.
Bradley Beal emphasized the need to take the Timberwolves seriously, recognizing the tough challenge ahead in the playoff series.
The Suns head into the playoffs with momentum, having won 10 of their last 14 games to secure the 6th seed. With former champions Durant and Allen on their roster and the recent addition of Isaiah Thomas, the Suns are well-equipped for the postseason. However, the Timberwolves present a formidable challenge with their healthy lineup and defensive prowess, featuring players like Rudy Gobert, Jaden McDaniels, Edwards, Naz Reid, and Mike Conley.