Bradley Beal has officially parted ways with the Phoenix Suns, agreeing to a contract buyout and is set to join the Los Angeles Clippers on a two-year, $11 million deal. The Golden State Warriors were in the mix for Beal's signing, but their minimal offer indicated a lack of serious intent. Meanwhile, the Milwaukee Bucks made a strong pitch that Beal found appealing. The Miami Heat's offer was limited to a minimum contract after trading for Norman Powell.

Despite averaging 17.0 points with impressive shooting percentages last season, the 32-year-old Beal is not viewed as a superstar, leading to skepticism about the lowball contracts he received from teams. With Beal off the market, the Warriors can now focus on Jonathan Kuminga's future and their key target, Al Horford, who is expected to avoid retirement and sign with Golden State.