The start of the season was filled with drama for the Memphis Grizzlies. What that could hypothetically do is provide the perfect opportunity for the Phoenix Suns to acquire Jaren Jackson Jr. to replace if it becomes available.
As of Wednesday afternoon, Memphis holds just a 3-5 record, and there is already talk of moving some of the key guys to their core. With the way things have been going so far, even Ja Morant or Jaren Jackson Jr. could possibly be available if this current trajectory continues. That could create an ideal scenario for the Suns to take advantage of.
One of Phoenix’s biggest roster holes right now is in the frontcourt. They have plenty of guys at the center position right now, but the Suns could use another power forward. Jackson’s ability to spread the floor, anchor the paint and guard multiple positions defensively would make him a very solid fit next to Devin Booker, as well as Mark Williams in the paint.
Jackson Jr. could fit well in The Valley
On offense, Jackson could stretch to the corner or act as a pick-and-pop threat, which would in turn open up lanes for Booker, Dillon Brooks or others to drive and attack. On defense, he could offset the defensive mistakes of others while giving Phoenix another deterrent at the rim without clogging the yardage. Jars is still young enough and offers enough on both ends to really take this Suns team to the next level.
A lot of people see Phoenix as a team in limbo right now. Losing players like Kevin Durant this offseason could have that effect, but it may not last long given the current format of the league. There are plenty of ways to level up your team and get back into contention in a short time, with one of the most attractive options being to take advantage of your rivals’ misfortunes.
That’s exactly the situation the Suns face with the Grizzlies’ current problems. Jaren Jackson Jr. is a proven needle-mover, and he could really help turn Phoenix’s current situation around quickly if the organization could find a way to trade for him. If the Grizzlies decide to go in a new direction, the Suns would be wise to throw their hat into the ring.
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