PHOENIX – Assembling one of the NBA’s most intriguing starting lineups, the Phoenix Suns’ projected lineup featuring Devin Booker, Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, Miles Bridges and Mark Williams will offer athleticism, scoring, defensive versatility, and youth. On paper, it’s easy to envision this group becoming one of the Western Conference’s toughest matchups. Yet one question surrounds the starting lineup: will Booker or Green be the true point guard running the offense, and will it work? If it doesn’t, will Green be on his way out for one?
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Apr 14, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) and Jalen Green (4) against the Portland Trail Blazers during the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
After this Miles Bridges trade and opening up access to their draft picks for the next four years in other trades, I’m starting to believe Jalen Green’s long-term future isn’t in Phoenix.
This is a team that is positioning itself for a big move, whether it’s now or in months.
— Brett Siegel (@BrettSiegelNBA) June 28, 2026
The Suns aren’t shopping Jalen Green right now and totally expect him to be part of this team on opening night! That doesn’t mean things can’t change down to road 👀 But right now Jalen Green is expected to be a part of what they are doing.
— FLEX From Jersey (@FlexFromJersey) June 29, 2026
That’s why Jalen Green has become the center of trade speculation. Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints recently suggested Phoenix appears to be positioning itself for another major move after expanding its draft flexibility, leading to questions about Green’s long-term future. At the same time, Suns insider Flex From Jersey reported the organization isn’t shopping Green and fully expects him to be on the opening-night roster. Those reports reflect the reality of today’s NBA.
The Phoenix Suns’ projected starting five heading into next season:
Devin Booker
Jalen Green
Dillon Brooks
Miles Bridges
Mark WilliamsThey can make some serious noise 🍿 pic.twitter.com/nueZwQgwNj
— Polymarket Hoops (@PolymarketHoops) June 28, 2026
Apr 7, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix guard Devin Booker (1) and Green (4) against the Houston Rockets in the second half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Green can simultaneously be part of Phoenix’s immediate plans while also representing its most valuable trade asset. Teams rarely advertise that they’re shopping talented young players, especially when those players still possess star-level upside. The Suns shouldn’t trade Green simply to acquire a point guard. But if an All-Star-caliber floor general unexpectedly becomes available, Green’s age, contract and scoring potential could become the centerpiece of a blockbuster. Championship windows demand difficult choices. Phoenix’s biggest decision may not be whether Jalen Green fits today; it may be whether keeping him ultimately gives the Suns their best chance to win tomorrow.
Apr 17, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix guard Green (4) celebrates a shot against the Golden State Warriors during the first half in the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Reporter Benjamin Bliklen covers the Arizona Diamondbacks, Arizona Cardinals, and Phoenix Suns for Burn City Sports. You can follow him on his X account, @BenBliklen
