The first official trade of the 2023 NBA season took place on Thursday morning. No, it was not a blockbuster. However, one can hope that will break the ice and lead to some movement and substantial trade talks to heat up over the next few weeks.
First, let’s address the elephant in the room.
Rumors have been circulating about Rob Sarver’s impact on any potential moves the Suns make. Our own Dave King broke down that report and what it means moving forward, and I highly recommend you read that piece either before (or after) reading this one to fully understand the situation.