The Phoenix Suns on Saturday made official their acquisition of Bradley Beal, along with Jordan Goodwin and Isaiah Todd, from the Washington Wizards in a deal that also involves the Indiana Pacers.
The Suns have sent Chris Paul, Landry Shamet, five future second-round picks, four future pick swaps as well as cash considerations to the Wizards, plus a future second-round pick to the Pacers. Additionally, the Wizards sent a future second-round pick to the Pacers after the teams swapped draft rights to their lottery picks during the 2023 NBA Draft on Thursday.
“We are thrilled to welcome Bradley, Jordan and Isaiah to the Phoenix Suns as we continue to build one of the premier organizations in all of sports,” said Suns owner Mat Ishbia in the club’s statement.
“Bradley Beal is one of the best players in the NBA and brings so much to our team, including incredible work ethic, great character and the mindset of a champion. Jordan and Isaiah add talent and versatility to our roster that will continue to make this team among the league’s best. We are committed to bringing an NBA championship to Phoenix and I could not be more excited about how this organization is coming together heading into the upcoming season.”
The 29-year-old Beal averaged 23.2 points, 3.9 rebounds and 5.4 assists per game this past season. He now forms a Big Three core on the Suns with superstars Kevin Durant and Devin Booker.
“I want to thank Chris and Landry for all of their contributions to the team’s success in recent years,” Ishbia added. “Chris is an all-time great and brought incredible passion and leadership to our organization during his time with the Suns.”
Paul had earlier been traded by the Wizards to the Golden State Warriors in a deal that has yet to be finalized and approved by the NBA. The 28-year-old averaged 13.9 points, 4.3 rebounds and 8.9 assists across 59 appearances in 2022-23. The Warriors received Jordan Pool and future draft assets in the exchange.