If you look around at what national media outlets are saying and take the common headlines to form your opinion, you probably won't come away feeling very high on the Phoenix Suns for next season. But although thinking the Suns are a true playoff contender likely remains far-fetched, there's still one silver lining most seem to be missing right now, and it involves Jalen Green being put in an excellent position to succeed.
It's no secret that Phoenix had nearly no choice but to trade away Kevin Durant this summer. The writing was on the wall, and the band-aid was officially ripped off on June 22 when it was announced that he'd be dealt to Houston.