Boardroom explores why the Bucks and Suns are opting to give Lillard and Beal record-breaking nine-figure buyouts, and if the trend is here to stay.

Bradley Beal's Buyout From Phoenix Suns is Delayed For One Reason originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Bradley Beal and the Phoenix Suns are headed for a divorce. After the disappointing campaign for the two in the 2024-25 NBA season, who can blame either party?

The Phoenix Suns parting ways with Bradley Beal appears imminent.

It appears Bradley Beal’s days in Phoenix are numbered. The Suns are reportedly weighing the idea of a buyout for the star shooting guard, which would allow him to hit the open market and choose his next destination. With a breakup looking more and more likely, teams are lining up for the services of the former NBA scoring champ.

To officially sign Myles Turner, the Bucks needed to create some cap space. They did that by waiving nine-time All-Star point guard Damian Lillard and Vasilije Micić, two moves that became official Monday.

As Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal appears to be on the verge of free agency through a contract buyout, it sounds like his next destination will influence the future of other veteran players.

Bradley Beal to Heat Receives Major Update After Clippers' Decision originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Over the weekend, it was reported that the Phoenix Suns were planning to buy out the contract of three-time NBA All-Star Bradley Beal.