Jae Crowder Rumors

Phoenix, after trading for Chris Paul and adding Jae Crowder to its core group, has the NBA’s second-best record and Ayton has played a major part in the Suns returning to the postseason for the first time since 2010. “It was time,” Ayton said before Friday’s showdown against NBA-leading Utah (44-17), as he’s averaging 14.8 points on a career-best 62% shooting and 10.7 rebounds. “To me, I think we would’ve been in the playoffs a little earlier if I didn’t get into trouble the beginning of my second year, but I’m grateful that we’re here and we’re solid from top to bottom. It’s a new experience for me.”