Suns Acquire Three First-Round Picks From Jazz as Jimmy Butler Rumors Swirl

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The Phoenix Suns and Utah Jazz have made a significant trade, which could hint at another massive trade down the road as we approach the deadline on Feb. 6.

According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Suns acquired three first-round picks from the Jazz in exchange for a 2031 unprotected first-round pick.

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The Phoenix Suns logo is seen on the court before the NBA game against the Orlando Magic at US Airways Center on December 11, 2009 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Magic 106-103. Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images

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The Phoenix Suns are trading their 2031 unprotected first to the Utah Jazz for three first-round picks, sources tell ESPN. The Suns are acquiring the least favorable firsts in 2025 of Cleveland/Minnesota, 2027 of Cleveland/Minnesota/Utah and 2029 of Cleveland/Minnesota/Utah.

— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) January 22, 2025

This move for the Suns could hint at a potential trade for Miami Heat superstar forward Jimmy Butler, one of the best players on the trading block.

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