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This was an aggressive 10-minute stretch from the Suns. Reports from Charania indicate that Phoenix is leaning towards Rasheer Fleming with this pick, and he would be an incredible three-and-D addition for them after he slid to round two. They also still have the 41st pick, which they will likely use to address the point guard position. Kam Jones, Tyrese Proctor and Javon Small would all be interesting options.

Phoenix now holds picks 36 and 41, so they should be able to add some talent quickly. They addressed the center spot in the first round by drafting Khaman Maluach and trading for Mark Williams. They also have plenty of options on the wing with Devin Booker, Jalen Green, Bradley Beal, Dillon Brooks and Ryan Dunn. They can always use more defense, and they do need to figure out the point guard position. Kam Jones, Tyrese Proctor, Adou Thiero and Alijah Martin would all be intriguing options for the Suns with their two second-round picks.

The Suns had an eventful first night of the draft as they acquired Mark Williams from the Hornets in a trade and selected Khaman Maluach. The second night of the draft is shaping up to be busy for the Suns as well as the team now controls picks 36, 52 and 59. It’s already clear the team will have a new look next year with Williams and Maluach. Not to mention Jalen Green and Dillon Brooks, who they acquired from the Rockets in the trade for Kevin Durant.

Ott will replace Mike Budenholzer, who was fired after just one season in Phoenix. Five of the Suns’ last six head coaches have been one-and-dones, and Ott will look to buck that trend with a successful inaugural campaign. He has experience with the Hawks, Nets, Lakers and most recently the Cavs. According to Shams, Ott got the stamp of approval from Devin Booker, who was actively engaged in the coaching search.