have had a rocky relationship since last year, and contract negotiations last year did not go well until Phoenix had no choice but to match the Indiana Pacers' $133 million offer to the restricted free agent.after going just 2-for-6 from the floor. And he missed their last game of the season with a rib injury.
Head coach Monty Williams, right, of the Phoenix Suns stands with Deandre Ayton during the second half of an NBA game at Footprint Center Oct. 25, 2022, in Phoenix, Ariz. ESPN reports that Ayton is welcome to a deal and"would be excited about a fresh start" with a new team.has played his final game with the Suns. The future Hall of Famer missed the last four games with a groin injury, and his $30.8 million salary becomes fully guaranteed June 28.
Deandre Ayton of the Phoenix Suns during Game 4 of the NBA Western Conference semifinals at Footprint Center May 7, 2023, in Phoenix, Ariz.