Sharpe’s draft path began with Phoenix, who selected him 29th in 2021 before a late trade to Brooklyn. The Suns’ role in his early career is a notable footnote in this Nets development move.

Phoenix remains a potent offensive unit with Durant in playmaking support. Booker and Durant create a dynamic pairing, while the Suns’ defense angles toward a steadier output. The roster balance could drive fantasy outputs across scoring and efficiency with Durant’s added gravity.

Brooks’ departure creates a defensive replacement for Phoenix, with Finney-Smith stepping in, and Brooks’ role reimagined. In this context, Brooks’ presence as a Suns defender adds depth and a different component to the defense, while Durant’s offense benefits from better spacing and trust in the system.

Booker remains a central scoring engine for Phoenix, complementing Durant’s addition with elite offensive firepower and a veteran approach that should keep Suns’ offense humming. The pairing underscores Durant’s role as a co-star in a high-powered offense, while the Suns’ defensive schemes provide a contrasting dynamic alongside Durant’s presence.

The Suns have been mentioned as a possible destination, offering a fresh context for Simmons’ playmaking and defense. If he lands here, his fantasy upside would depend on minutes and how Phoenix integrates a facilitator who can drive offense without demanding heavy scoring duties from him.