The Phoenix Suns draft pick methodology is working for now, but is it sustainable?

Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty ImagesThe off-season began quicker than we expected for the Phoenix Suns, and while the NBA playoffs are still in the semifinal round, we are already looking towards the new season. Part of that new season is the 2024 NBA Draft. That’s right, the Suns actually have a pick although we do not know until draft day whether or not they will utilize it in an effort to fortify their roster.

Mat Ishbia and James Jones have made it clear they are not big fans of draft picks. They believe you utilize draft picks in trades to get great players. This logic is in motion as, since Ishbia has arrived, it is via this method that he acquired both Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal.…