The Suns have shown interest in trade candidate Jahlil Okafor, ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski notes within his report on Greg Monroe‘s future in Phoenix.
As Wojnarowski details, Okafor likely isn’t a fit for the Suns at the moment, with Monroe joining Tyson Chandler and Alex Len to create a crowded depth chart at center. However, both Monroe and Chandler are trade candidates, and Len is only on a one-year contract, so it’s not as if Phoenix has its center position set for years to come.
The Suns currently have a full 15-man roster and will need to open up a roster spot by December 6 in order to convert Mike James‘ two-way contract to a standard NBA deal. As such, it’s not clear if the team will have the flexibility to make a play for Okafor. The Sixers are reportedly uninterested in taking on salary for the 2018/19 season, which limits Phoenix’s potential trade options.
Okafor confirmed last week that he’s seeking a trade or buyout from Philadelphia, but the Sixers appear to be in no rush to make a move, recognizing that his value has a chance to increase in the event of an injury, or closer to the trade deadline. The Bulls and Hawks have been cited as possible suitors for the former third overall pick, with the Celtics viewed as a viable option as well. The Bucks could also be an intriguing fit for Okafor after they dealt Monroe.
Why not trade Okafor to the Hawks for Bembry?
The Bulls don’t need Oak because Portis had a big game in a losing effort last night vs. the Raptors
As for the Suns, who or what can they trade?
The Sixers want that draft pick the Suns got?
Honestly, I would rather have Bembry!
Why trade Bembry for Okafor?
I Hope Pheonix pick next year Doncič and Ayton or Bamba.
Suns at best get 1, 8, and 11 (unlikely). I am a fan but there 0% chance we get 2 top 5 picks. It just isn’t possible
We’ll take Chandler for Okafor
Nets need oakfor.
Haha. The Nets need a LOT of things.