The Rockets have a strong, rounded squad, and Green's opportunity was waning prior to the trade. The Suns have the ability to gamble and let a player like Green explore his potential, while potentially getting a star player out of the trade with the Rockets.

Jalen Green took a moment to clear his throat and remind Dillon Brooks how they should feel about the Houston Rockets trading them to the Phoenix Suns. “Motivation,” Green said. Uhhh mmmm. “Motivation.

Jalen Green said Rockets 'been trying to trade me since last year' and is looking forward to playing with Suns.