It was one of the files to follow after the end of the trade deadline. According to Adrian Wojnarowski, Terrence Ross is currently in the process of finalizing the buyout of his contract with the Magic. The insider specifies that in parallel, the player is discussing with the Suns, eager to recruit him to bring experience to their workforce. At the same time… playing with Kevin Durant makes a lot of people want to.
The Suns have made the biggest transfer of the current year, but are still hungry. That’s good, there is still a small place for dessert, and it is Terrence Ross who interests Phoenix on the map of players available via the cut contract market. The 32-year-old rear is currently in the process of negotiating the purchase of his contract by the Magic, after six and a half seasons spent in Florida. Six and a half seasons of good and loyal service in different roles, from top offensive option to mentor to Mickey’s young guard. This contract redemption is undoubtedly a form of thanks for the gentleman. 11.5 million this season, the last year of a four-year deal.
After Suns owner Mat Ishbia and coach Monty Willams joined the pursuit, G Terrence Ross plans to sign with the Phoenix Suns, sources tell ESPN. Ross, finalizing a contract buyout with the Magic, brings his 38% 3-point shooting to Suns’ title pursuit. pic.twitter.com/AKTjsrT0dP
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) February 12, 2023
With the signing of Kevin Durant with the Suns, the team of new owner Mat Ishbia must still try to fill the departures of important elements of the group of Monty Williams, namely Cam Johnson and Mikal Bridges. Of course, the contribution of these two has nothing to do with what Terrence could bring, but the group must nevertheless be strengthened to best compensate for the loss of these elements.
This season, T-Ross offers 8 points, 2 rebounds and 1.3 passes on average, 43.1% shooting including 38% from the parking lot. An interesting contribution to punish the opponent at long range, while being a now very experienced guy. The Suns will need this kind of player not to waver during the Playoffs.
Sources : ESPN, Adrian Wojnarowski