The Phoenix Suns went all-in when they acquired Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal.
The Suns’ unprecedented spending spree, which saw them invest heavily in both money and assets, was considered bold and even risky at the time. However, its true impact was only fully realized when the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) was enacted.
Instead of trying to find ways to avoid the dreaded Second Apron, Suns Governor Matt Ishbia stood firm on his decision. The Suns were all in, no matter the cost. It’s up to the front office to figure out how to circumvent the current CBA’s limitations.
