The Phoenix Suns have had conversations with rival teams, including the Atlanta Hawks, about a trade involving veteran center Jusuf Nurkić, according to

Though the strength of schedule over this span hasn’t necessarily been impressive, Phoenix has been better recently, winning nine of its last 13 games. So, as the team continues its pursuit of Jimmy Butler, the Suns (24-22) are moving their way up the standings.

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"There has been some chatter since last night of the Suns pulling away from Jimmy Butler trade talks and focusing on improving their roster by moving Jusuf Nurkic. Hawks' Bogdan Bogdanovic is one name that keeps coming up in conversations," he wrote on Twitter/X.

Didn’t matter. Minnesota is living rent-free in the Phoenix Suns heads again. The T-Wolves know they're younger, more athletic, more physical, and are letting the Suns know it in their words and actions.

The Phoenix Suns have struggled for consistency throughout this season and their season is almost done. However, they do not have any intentions of going down without putting up a fight and could go all aggressive to bring on board a new recruit ahead of the trade deadline.

The Spurs are in prime position to make major waves at the NBA Trade Deadline, potentially acquiring one of the biggest stars in the game.

The NBA Tradedeadline is one week away and the rumors and speculation are going to be ramping up over the next seven days. The Atlanta Hawks are going to be on

The Suns are taking a strategic approach to the trade deadline, prioritizing their long-term vision and current roster stability over short-term gains. Their commitment to their star players and existing team chemistry is a clear sign of the optimism for the remainder of the season.

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