What happened: Before acquiring Miles Bridges, Phoenix re-signed Collin Gillespie, Jordan Goodwin and Mark Williams, added Luke Kennard and traded up for Koa Peat. Bridges, 28, enters a contract year without an All-Star selection.
Why it matters: Royce O'Neale's departure alters a rotation that eliminated Golden State in last spring's play-in. The distant unprotected pick extends the deal's downside well beyond the upcoming 2026-27 season.
By the numbers: Phoenix made three re-signings, one free-agent addition and one first-round trade-up before the Bridges deal. Bridges has zero All-Star selections and one year remaining on his contract.
What to watch: Training camp will clarify Bridges' fit with the retained core and how Phoenix reallocates O'Neale's minutes. His contract status will remain a focus entering 2026-27.