The Phoenix Suns received significant trade interest in their star forward ahead of the NBA trade deadline. While they ultimately chose to hold onto him, many expect the team to revisit trade talks during the offseason.
If the Suns decide to make their superstar available, several teams would likely line up with offers—one of them being the Dallas Mavericks.
Following their shocking decision to trade Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers before the deadline, the Mavericks are expected to seek additional star power. Pairing a proven scorer with Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving could be an appealing move for Dallas.
With this in mind, ESPN has proposed a trade scenario that would send the Suns’ superstar to the Mavericks in exchange for a major package.
Proposed Trade Details:
Dallas Mavericks Receive: Superstar Forward
Phoenix Suns Receive: Klay Thompson, P.J. Washington, Naji Marshall, Dereck Lively II, 2025 First-Round Pick
While this trade would bolster Dallas’ star power, it would come at the cost of valuable depth. The Mavericks would need to act quickly to acquire quality role players to complement their new core.
For the Suns, the deal would provide a mix of established talent and future assets. All four incoming players could contribute alongside Devin Booker, or Phoenix could use them as trade pieces to pursue another marquee player.
Though this is merely a hypothetical scenario, it carries weight given the current landscape. With growing speculation about a potential departure, the star forward is poised to be a major storyline this offseason—and Dallas could be a serious suitor.
