2. Jae Crowder, Phoenix Suns
Jae Crowder is one of, if not the most likely players to be dealt at this year’s trade deadline. The 32-year-old forward has sat out the entire season thus far after requesting a trade over the offseason.
Crowder was an integral part of the 2019-20 Miami Heat team that made it all the way to the NBA Championship where they lost in six games to the Los Angeles Lakers. He was also a starter for the 2020-21 Suns who lost in six in the championship.
He’s a solid veteran, who can be a valuable role player for any team hoping to make a deep playoff run.
One team that has been linked to Crowder all season is the Milwaukee Bucks.
According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, The Bucks have offered Jordan Nwora, Serge Ibaka, George Hill, and 2nd round draft compensations for Crowder.
The Miami Heat have also reportedly been interested in acquiring the 10-year veteran.
Out of all the players rumored to be on the market, Crowder feels like the best bet to be moved based on where things stand between him and the Suns.