Suns, Kyle Kuzma Rumors Heating Up

The Phoenix Suns and Kyle Kuzma have again been connected.

It's that time of year where rumors begin to run wild, though a recent spark between the Phoenix Suns and Washington Wizards forward Kyle Kuzma appears to be more than just whispers. 

Recently, ClutchPoints' Brett Siegel reported the Suns have again been linked with Kuzma, who is expected to opt out of his player option and become a free agent. 

"There is a real belief that the Wizards will move Beal in attempts to start over and build for the future, which is why the notion of Kuzma following him out the door in Washington is relevant," said Siegel. "Should this happen, the 27-year-old forward will become one of the better names available in free agency. Multiple league sources who spoke with ClutchPoints recently claimed the Phoenix Suns would be a prime landing spot for him."

Kuzma had been a name connected with the Suns in the build up to the trade deadline, though it was ultimately Kevin Durant that landed in the desert after new owner Mat Ishbia took over. "

The Suns held interest in Kuzma ahead of the trade deadline this past season, according to The Athletic's Shams Charania, and sources say they had reached out to the Wizards in attempts to discuss trades centered around the former first-round pick before they made a move on superstar Kevin Durant," continued Siegel. 

"Ultimately, discussions centered on Kuzma did not go anywhere, as Washington was unwilling to move him."

Now, the possibility of adding Kuzma looks more legitimate. However, Phoenix will still need to resolve the futures of Chris Paul and Deandre Ayton before making any solidified splashes in free agency or the trade market.