Book has had everything handed to him since James Jones arrived. Promising new rookies. (Josh Jackson, Deandre Ayton, Mikal Bridges and Cam Johnson). All-time great veterans (Chris Paul, Durant and Beal). New coaches (Monty Williams, Frank Vogel and Mike Budenholzer). The franchise has even upgraded the locker room and practice facility.

Not only do Phoenix, yes the organization wants him,” Perkins added. “You know why? Because Kevin Durant wants Jimmy Butler. And if he does get Jimmy Butler, which I believ

Jimmy Butler, you are a Phoenix Sun. That is if Kevin Durant gets what he reportedly wants. The source of Durant’s desires is questionable, so take it with a grain of salt, but former NBA player turned analyst Kendrick Perkins thinks the Suns are aiming to trade for

The Hawks are currently 9-10 on the road with a point differential of -3.5, while the Suns have a 5-5 record in their last ten games at home.

With the Suns in disarray, Hawks guard Trae Young will take advantage and pick Phoenix apart. We're eyeing the Over on his points + assists combo at Footprint Center.

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