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Phoenix Suns: 5 Draft Options With The No. 28 Pick

By Gerald Bourguet

CHANGCHUN, CHINA - JUNE 08: (CHINA OUT) Zhou Qi of China men's national basketball team in action during training session for the 2016 Rio Olympic Games on June 8, 2016 in Changchun, Jilin Province of China. (Photo by VCG/VCG via Getty Images)
CHANGCHUN, CHINA - JUNE 08: (CHINA OUT) Zhou Qi of China men's national basketball team in action during training session for the 2016 Rio Olympic Games on June 8, 2016 in Changchun, Jilin Province of China. (Photo by VCG/VCG via Getty Images) /
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Assuming the Phoenix Suns keep the 28th overall pick in the 2016 NBA Draft, here’s a look at five prospects they should consider selecting.

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CHANGCHUN, CHINA – JUNE 08: (CHINA OUT) Zhou Qi of China men’s national basketball team in action during training session for the 2016 Rio Olympic Games on June 8, 2016 in Changchun, Jilin Province of China. (Photo by VCG/VCG via Getty Images) /

The Phoenix Suns have plenty of options approaching the 2016 NBA Draft. In addition to their four picks in the top-34, general manager Ryan McDonough will have a bevy of upcoming free agents, other teams’ disgruntled stars and possible trade packages to sift through in the coming weeks.

With a collection of young but movable assets, the Suns have the flexibility to make a move in any direction this summer. Navigating such open waters may prove to be impossible if the goal is a one-year turnaround, but with three first round picks to work with, McDonough has weapons at his disposal.

Assuming that packaging some or all of those picks to land a franchise player becomes impossible,  however, what should the Suns actually do with their first round selections?

In the weeks leading up to the draft, we’ve taken a look at each selection the Suns own and laying out the top prospects at that spot. Here’s a look at the five best draft options for the Phoenix Suns with the 28th overall pick.

Honorable Mentions:

  • Denzel Valentine — Originally projected as the top option at No. 13, Valentine’s knee problem could cause his stock to fall. If he falls this far, Phoenix shouldn’t hesitate.
  • Dejounte Murray — A dynamite guard who might not be available at this point.
  • Damian Jones — An athletic big who runs the floor and has a decent perimeter game.
  • Thon Maker — A high upside defensive prospect who will probably be gone by No. 28.
  • Brice Johnson — A high motor, more traditional power forward without a proven perimeter touch.
  • Gary Payton II — An elite defender at the guard spot who will more likely be a second-rounder.

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