Suns Trading for Charlotte Hornets Star Miles Bridges

The Phoenix Suns' busy offseason continues.

The Suns are trading guard Grayson Allen, forward Royce O'Neale, and a 2033 first-round pick to the Charlotte Hornets for star Miles Bridges, a 2029 first-round pick and a 2027 second-round pick, per ESPN's Shams Charania.

"BREAKING: The Charlotte Hornets are trading Miles Bridges, a 2029 first-round pick and a 2027 second-round pick to the Phoenix Suns for Grayson Allen, Royce O'Neale and a 2033 first-round pick, sources tell ESPN," Charania posted to X.

Charania continued, "The Suns acquire a starting PF at 28 years old in Bridges -- whom they've targeted in recent years -- plus a 2029 less favorable first-rounder and a 2027 less favorable second rounder while getting $20 million in tax savings while opening up a roster spot ahead of free agency. Charlotte picks up two playoff-tested role players and receives a valuable further out, unprotected Suns first-round pick."

The Suns have finally filled their void at power forward with this deal. Their starting lineups now projects as follows: Devin Booker, Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, Miles Bridges, and Mark Williams.

As previously mentioned, Phoenix has already had one of the most action-packed offseasons of any NBA team. They have signed Williams and guards Collin Gillespie and Jordan Goodwin to new contracts.

Bridges is a strong pickup for Phoenix. He averaged 17.1 points, 5.8 assists, and 3.2 rebounds on 46.0% shooting and 33.3% shooting from three-point range in 77 games in the 2025-2026 season. He thrives on both ends of the floor heavily due to his athleticism. He has dealt with some off-court issues in the past, but the hope is those are behind him, especially with a fresh start in Phoenix.

It's worth noting Bridges is entering the final season of his three-year, $75 million contract. This means the Suns will either need to sign him to a long-term extension, or this trade could end up as nothing more than a one-year rental.

It's safe to say GM Brian Gregory is determined to compete in the loaded Western Conference next season.

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