The post Phoenix Suns’ biggest mistake in 2025 NBA free agency appeared first on ClutchPoints. The Phoenix Suns excelled in the NBA Draft and showcased strong summer league performances from their rookies and second-year players. However, there might be one area they didn’t address in free agency that could be the difference maker.

With the Suns already reportedly interested in Golden State Warriors restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga, they also tried to make a move for new Los Angeles Lakers guard Marcus Smart, according to ESPN's Shams Charania.

Phoenix Suns Named 'Top Landing Spot' for Former NBA MVP Amid Roster Changes originally appeared on Athlon Sports. It has been a busy offseason for the Phoenix Suns as they have made major changes to their roster, which was expected after they missed the playoffs last season.

“The Grayhound” was a talented and graceful scorer for the Suns, racing up and down the court for 10 seasons in Phoenix. He was drafted fifth overall by Phoenix in 1978 out of North Carolina, where he inspired a young Michael Jordan, among others.

"I'm told James Harden was a focal point in recruiting Bradley Beal internally but also speaking directly to Beal and his camp. The Clippers really view Bradley Beal as a perfect fit alongside Kawhi Leonard and James Harden ," Charania said.

Now, the Suns are one of just nine teams currently operating under the first apron. And with that comes new life. They can finally engage in sign-and-trades, targeting young talent like Kuminga or Grimes in hopes of reshaping the roster without sacrificing financial flexibility.

The Lakers, Phoenix Suns and Milwaukee Bucks seriously pursued Smart, who received permission to speak to teams along with his agent, Jason Glushon, and had positive conversations with personnel from all three teams, sources said. After losing Dorian Finney-Smith, a point-of-attack wing defender was a major position of need for the Lakers.

The Phoenix Suns were among the list of teams that have gotten worse this offseason amid their roster reconstruction.