NBA: Re-seeding the Western Conference after free agency

Golden State Warriors Stephen Curry (Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports)
Golden State Warriors Stephen Curry (Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports)
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Phoenix Suns
Phoenix Suns (Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports)

2. Phoenix Suns

After much speculation this offseason, it’s more of the same for the Phoenix Suns. They’re essentially running back after matching the offer sheet that Deandre Ayton signed with the Indiana Pacers.

The question is, was that a good move for the Suns? Especially considering that they were coming off an extremely disappointing playoff exit at the hands of the Dallas Mavericks in the second round of the postseason.

Either way, Father Time is coming for Chris Paul and there’s no predicting how many elite seasons he has left in the tank. If there’s a significant drop-off in his game this season, the Suns’ chances will take a serious hit. Does Booker have another leap in him?