Phoenix waives Kennedy Chandler along with Haywood Highsmith and Phillip Wheeler
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 6:03 PM
Last updated Oct 17, 2026
The Phoenix Suns announced on October 17, 2026, that they have waived guard Kennedy Chandler, forward Haywood Highsmith, and forward Phillip Wheeler. The decision comes as the team likely looks to adjust its roster ahead of the upcoming season. Chandler, who had limited action in his tenure, has been part of a roster shuffle that includes multiple players departing in recent weeks. The Suns will now turn their attention to how these changes affect their training camp and roster strategy moving forward.
- •Kennedy Chandler is one of three players waived by the Suns.
- •Phoenix also waived Haywood Highsmith and Phillip Wheeler.
- •The announcement was made on October 17, 2026.
- •Roster changes suggest possible strategic adjustments by the team.
- 6:03 PMYahoo Sports — Phoenix is also waiving guard Kennedy Chandler and …
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