Suns negotiate contract extensions for Jalen Green and Miles Bridges
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 1:59 AM
Last updated Oct 20, 2026

As the Phoenix Suns prepare for the upcoming NBA regular season, they face pivotal contract negotiations with Jalen Green and Miles Bridges, both entering the final year of their deals. While Green's potential extension is contingent upon his performance, particularly in a new playmaking role alongside Devin Booker, Bridges appears more secure in his position within the team's core. The Suns have extended offers to other young players but have not yet indicated when these extensions might occur. Financial considerations, including the salary cap and luxury tax implications, complicate the timing of these negotiations.
- •Jalen Green and Miles Bridges have one year left on their contracts.
- •Green is expected to take on a playmaking role this season.
- •Bridges is viewed as part of the Suns' long-term future.
- •Negotiations could be affected by salary cap and tax implications.
- •The Suns are focused on a strong start to the 2026-27 season.
- 1:59 AMYahoo Sports — Why Suns’ patient Jalen Green, Miles Bridges extension talks aren’t concerning
"The regular season is nearly underway, and the Phoenix Suns have two names with one year remaining on their respective contracts: Jalen Green and Miles Bridges. Both players are a part of the starting lineup, and have been eligible for an extension throughout the offseason. With Phoenix extending offers for their young players, next up are the two […] The post Why Suns’ patient Jalen Green, Miles Bridges extension talks aren’t concerning appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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