Suns consider trading Jalen Green for point guard help after 1-2 start
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 11:26 PM
Last updated Oct 29, 2026
The Phoenix Suns are evaluating the possibility of trading Jalen Green to strengthen their point guard position following a rocky 1-2 start to the 2026-27 NBA season. Devin Booker struggled in the team's recent loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, scoring only three points. Both Booker and Green have faced challenges fitting into their roles, raising questions about their compatibility in the backcourt. Despite early frustrations, the Suns appear cautious about making substantial roster changes at this juncture, although this situation will be monitored closely as the season progresses.
- •Suns are 1-2 after losses to the Thunder and the Trail Blazers.
- •Devin Booker recorded only three points against the Thunder.
- •Jalen Green's fit with Booker has been questioned since his acquisition.
- •Suns are hesitant to rush into trades due to their cap situation.
- •Ongoing performance issues could lead to roster changes later this season.
- 11:26 PMYahoo Sports — NBA rumors: Will Suns use Jalen Green as trade bait to acquire PG help amid early frustrations?
"The Phoenix Suns have stumbled out of the gate to a 1-2 record to start the 2026-27 NBA season. Devin Booker totaled just three points in the Suns’ last game, a loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, and Jalen Green has also had a rough start to the year. Recently, ClutchPoints NBA insider Brett Siegel spoke on the possibility of the Suns looking for […] The post NBA rumors: Will Suns use Jalen Green as trade bait to acquire PG help amid early frustrations? appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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