Phoenix Suns: 3 players most likely to be traded before deadline

1. Troy Daniels

Remember, this is a list of the most likely trade candidates, not “best” or “most enticing.” Troy Daniels easily claims the No. 1 spot, not only because Kokoskov struggles to find minutes for him in a crowded wing rotation, but also because he’s a journeyman on an expiring contract who could help out a number of playoff-bound teams.

In just 13.9 minutes a night, Daniels is averaging 6.1 points per game. He’s only shooting 40.7 percent from the floor, but his trademark NBA skill — 3-point shooting — remains as obvious as ever. On 4.0 long range attempts per game, Daniels is knocking down 39.8 percent of his looks.

He’s only suited up for 21 of the team’s 45 games this season, spending most of his time racking up DNP-CDs. However, any playoff hopeful that could use an established shooter to pad their roster’s depth should be interested in a shooter of his caliber.

Not only can Daniels spread the floor in a limited role, but he’s only 27 years old, he’s on an expiring deal and his $3.3 million salary would be all too easy to trade for. If the Suns can nab a second round pick or a young player on a low salary, they should jump at the opportunity.

Daniels is one of the few veteran voices in the locker room and seems to be well liked, but the Suns owe it to him to improve his situation. There’s no reason for him to continue wasting away on an 11-win team that’s rebuilding and will most likely feed an even larger share of minutes to the developing youngsters once the deadline passes.

Hell, a team that’s desperate for floor-spacing and bench depth like the Philadelphia 76ers might be willing to throw two second-rounders at Phoenix for someone like Daniels. Even if that doesn’t materialize, the Suns should do Troy Daniels a professional courtesy, send him to a team with a brighter outlook for the 2018-19 season and snag a second-rounder or two in the process.