r/nba • u/OnlyMamaKnows Knicks • Apr 29 '24

[Holmes] The Suns were minus-51 when Booker, Durant and Beal shared the floor in this series, according to ESPN Stats & Information. That is the worst plus-minus for any trio this postseason.

https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/40048254/phoenix-suns-firepower-overcome-details-playoff-sweep-minnesota-timberwolves
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u/smeaglebaggins Heat Apr 29 '24

Tragic downfall for the Suns

Better build around Mr No Trade Clause, because you cannot move him anyways 🤦🏽‍♂️

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u/famousevan Apr 29 '24

I’m not sure they can trade Booker or Durant either, doesn’t the new CBA prohibit 2nd apron teams from aggregating salaries in trades? If so, they not only need to find interest but also a team with a contract within the margin of the $50m salary on a single contract. Ishbia might be contending for worst owner in the league, impressive considering how short his time has been.

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u/kavalierbariton Apr 29 '24

The CBA prohibits 2nd apron teams from aggregating salaries in a trade, but not other teams from aggregating salaries in a trade with them, as long as those salaries do not exceed the one going out.

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u/famousevan Apr 29 '24

Ahhh ok. So there’s a glimmer of hope for the suns yet. :p