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3 targets for the Phoenix Suns after the Chris Paul injury

By Jack Simone

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - FEBRUARY 08: Chris Paul #3 of the Phoenix Suns callsto teammates against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on February 08, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - FEBRUARY 08: Chris Paul #3 of the Phoenix Suns callsto teammates against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on February 08, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images) /
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3 targets for the Phoenix Suns after the Chris Paul injury
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN – JANUARY 20: Kris Dunn #32 of the Chicago Bulls waits for a free throw during a game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum on January 20, 2020 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 3 targets for the Phoenix Suns after the Chris Paul injury. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) /

3 targets for the Phoenix Suns after the Chris Paul injury – Kris Dunn

While Quinn Cook would provide solely shooting and not much else, Kris Dunn would give the Phoenix Suns almost the exact opposite of that, as he’s notoriously not a great shooter.

However, Dunn has made a career out of playing elite-level defense and passing the ball well. He has yet to appear in the NBA this season but played big minutes during his time in Chicago.

The 27-year-old hasn’t made it to the main stage this season, he should still be fully capable of bringing that same defensive-minded style of play for the Suns.

Twice in his career, Dunn has averaged 2.0 steals per game, and he’s also eclipsed the 6.0 assists per game mark twice as well. While he wouldn’t get enough minutes to put up those numbers in Phoenix, that’s the sort of play he brings to the table.

With players such as Devin Booker, Cameron Payne (upon return), Landry Shamet, and Aaron Holiday already in the backcourt, adding a two-way threat who can pass and defend could be helpful.

Again, Dunn wouldn’t be playing a huge role for the Suns, but if they ever needed a defensive stopper and/or extra playmaking, Dunn would definitely be of use.

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