PHOENIX — With the regular season on the horizon, the Phoenix Suns keep making roster changes as reports indicate the club plans to waive two-way guard Koby Brea.
The Phoenix Suns plan to waive two-way guard Koby Brea, league sources told @hoopshype. Brea shot 43.3% from 3-point range in 12 games with the Suns last season. With center Mark Williams injured to start the season, Phoenix will look to add frontcourt depth on the two-way market
— Michael Scotto (@MikeAScotto) October 19, 2026
Oct 14, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Koby Brea (14) shoots over San Antonio Spurs guard Jordan McLaughlin (0) in the second half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images
Brea, a second-round pick out of Kentucky, made a name for himself in college with his elite shooting, making him an intriguing option for Phoenix. In 12 games last season, he shot 43.3% from 3-point range while splitting time between the Suns and their G League affiliate, the Valley Suns.
However, Brea struggled to find that same touch during this year’s NBA Summer League and preseason, shooting just 11-for-38 (28.9%) from beyond the arc.
According to HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto, the move will give Phoenix a chance to look for more frontcourt depth with center Mark Williams sidelined by an injury to start the season. With Williams out, the Suns have a more immediate need to address their frontcourt and make sure they have enough size to handle the early part of the season.
Suns guard Koby Brea (14) drives against Jazz guard Elijah Harkless (16) during a game at the Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix on March 28, 2026. Credit: Patrick Breen/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
Phoenix has already made several moves to shape its roster, including picking up Ryan Dunn’s option, extending Oso Ighodaro and keeping Duop Reath on a two-way contract. Now, the focus appears to be on finding another big man who can help take some of the pressure off the remaining interior players while Williams is out.
Two-way contracts give teams flexibility to add depth without committing to a standard roster spot, making that market a logical place for the Suns to explore. It’s a practical way to address a need without making a bigger roster commitment this early in the season.
Apr 12, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Phoenix Suns head coach Jordan Ott talks to Phoenix Suns guard Koby Brea (14) during the first half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
Moving on from Brea could mean giving up a promising perimeter shooter, especially considering his 43.3% mark from 3-point range last season. Still, roster decisions often come down to what a team needs most now.
For Phoenix, that need is pretty clear. With Williams out, adding frontcourt depth takes priority, even if it means moving on from a young guard who showed promise from beyond the arc.
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Wendy Lopez is a reporter for Burn City Sports. You can follow her on her X account, @wlopezde
