Deandre Ayton Set To Play "Key Role" For Suns Next Season
1 year agoPhoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton is highly valued by the team's new coaching staff and appears to be penciled in for a big role in 2023-24. "We're committed to Deandre," an anonymous member of the Suns told Keith Smith of Spotrac. "He's going to play a key role for us this year as the backline of our defense. And we'll make sure he gets enough touches on offense to keep him involved on that end too. It's not just going to be him living off screens and offensive rebounds." Ayton had a solid campaign in 2022-23, averaging 18.0 points and 10.0 rebounds with close to 60 percent shooting from the field, but his play deteriorated badly during the playoffs and the former first-overall pick has found his name in trade rumors this summer. However, it looks like Ayton will not only stay in Phoenix but will also have a vital part in the plans of new head coach Frank Vogel.
Source: Keith Smith
Source: Keith Smith