The Phoenix Suns pulled off a bold trade. They pulled off a shrewd trade up the draft board. They grabbed the 30th pick without hesitation. NCAA star Koa Peat was the big winner. Reports say Phoenix had their eyes fixed on a homegrown talent. Peat brings elite size and skill to the hardwood. He dominated the court recently with averages hovering around 17 points and eight boards. The Suns parted ways with a future first-rounder and a second pick for the rights to Peat. They jumped from the 34th slot right to the top thirty. Front-office insiders say the move was all about adding length and spacing to the roster. The trade wraps up and Peat is officially a Sun.
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Suns smartly trade up for ideal fit, local product Koa Peat - Arizona Sports
Suns smartly trade up for ideal fit, local product Koa Peat Arizona Sports
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Phoenix acquires No. 30 pick, selects Koa Peat - NBC Sports
Phoenix acquires No. 30 pick, selects Koa Peat NBC Sports
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Suns' Koa Peat: Taken by Suns after draft-day trade - CBS Sports
Suns' Koa Peat: Taken by Suns after draft-day trade CBS Sports
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Koa Peat | Forward | Dallas Mavericks - NBA.com
Koa Peat | Forward | Dallas Mavericks NBA.com
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Arizona's Koa Peat picked 30th overall by Suns in NBA Draft - ABC15 Arizona
Arizona's Koa Peat picked 30th overall by Suns in NBA Draft ABC15 Arizona