09/30/2024, 9:24 PM

Fully available for start of camp

Lee missed the entire 2023-24 campaign due to meniscus surgery but rejoined the Suns on a one-year deal in early July. The 31-year-old carved out a decent role during his first year with Phoenix in 2022-23, averaging 8.2 points and 3.0 rebounds in 20.4 minutes per game. Assuming he doesn't face any setbacks during camp, it wouldn't be surprising to see him earn a role in the rotation once again this year.

09/27/2024, 6:10 PM

Starting in undersized unit

Beal will once again be a part of a three-guard lineup in Phoenix, as Jones will replace Grayson Allen as a starter. Beal's 18.2 points per contest in 2023-24 was his lowest mark since 2015-16, but the introduction of a true point guard into the starting unit could help him return to his previous scoring form. However, the 31-year-old will still certainly be behind Kevin Durant and Devin Booker in the offensive pecking order.

09/27/2024, 6:10 PM

Expected to come off bench

Allen is expected to retreat to the bench in favor of Jones, who will start in the backcourt alongside Devin Booker and Bradley Beal. Allen made 75 regular-season appearances (74 starts) last season and averaged 13.5 points, 3.9 rebounds and 3.5 assists across 33.5 minutes per game. The 28-year-old also shot a career-high 46.1 percent from three-point range last season, and he will likely serve as a crucial offensive spark off the bench.