The Phoenix Suns have begun the process of engage, or re-engaging, teams in trade talks for Jae Crowder. One of the teams known to be interest in Crower is the Miami Heat. however, Phoenix has a specific ask that may be a non-starter for Miami.
Some with the Suns see Max Strus as an integral part of any deal that would send Crowder to Miami. Strus is now an established rotation player for the Heat and was a starter by the end of last season.
However, Miami has a hole at power forward and a surplus of players at the two-guard spot. Both Tyler Herro and Duncan Robinson are signed to long-term contracts, while Strus is due for a new deal this offseason.
The Heat would have to send more than just Strus in a trade to Phoenix, as his salary doesn’t match that of Crowder’s. But being open to trading Strus could open the door for trade talks to advance.
