The Phoenix Suns have made a significant move in their quest to strengthen their team by signing Tyus Jones as their point guard. According to ESPN reports, Jones has agreed to a one-year contract worth $3.3 million. This deal comes after the Suns finished sixth in the Western Conference and were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs by the Minnesota Timberwolves.
With three All-Star players leading the offense, the Suns were in need of a reliable point guard to fill a crucial role on the team. Devin Booker, Kevin Durant, and Bradley Beal were the primary scorers for the Suns, but they lacked consistent support from other players, especially in the guard positions. Eric Gordon and Grayson Allen, the team’s next-best guards, are both shooting guards, leaving a gap at the point guard position that Jones can fill.
Jones, who previously played for the Washington Wizards and the Memphis Grizzlies, brings valuable experience and skills to the Suns. In his most recent season with the Wizards, he averaged 12.0 points and 7.3 assists per game, showcasing his ability to contribute both offensively and defensively. With a career average of 7.4 points and 4.3 assists over nine years in the NBA, Jones is expected to provide stability and leadership to the Suns’ backcourt.
At 28 years old, Jones has proven himself to be a versatile and reliable player, capable of making an impact on both ends of the court. His addition to the Suns roster is expected to bolster the team’s chances of success in the upcoming season and provide a much-needed boost to their playoff aspirations. Suns fans can look forward to seeing Jones in action as he teams up with Booker, Durant, and Beal to form a formidable lineup that has the potential to compete at the highest level in the NBA.