Chris Paul's Surprising Trade and Subversive Suns Role.

Chris Paul hinted at Isiah Thomas' involvement in the Bradley Beal trade, revealing the businessman's influence on the Suns' new operation. Thomas, who has not held a job within an NBA organization since leaving the Knicks in 2008, has been a trusted adviser to Suns owner Mat Ishbia. The Suns' decision to facilitate Thomas' NBA return has raised questions, given the organization's recent toxic workplace saga. Meanwhile, the Suns' acquisition of Beal highlights their all-in approach to building a super team, which contrasts with the Nuggets' championship-winning strategy of building a team with elite talent, depth, continuity, and chemistry.