For a second straight game, Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkić was benched and did not play against the Utah Jazz, sparking rumors that a trade is inevitable at this point.

Amid a spiral down the Western Conference standings, the Phoenix Suns made a drastic lineup change ahead of Monday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers, sending Bradley Beal and Jusuf Nurkić to bench.

Suns head coach Mike Budenholzer explains his reasoning behind starting Mason Plumlee over a benched Jusuf Nurkic

As soon as the Phoenix Suns benched Bradley Beal and Jusuf Nurkic, it sparked plenty of questions ... He explained exactly why he made the change before Monday's matchup vs the Philadelphia 76ers, via Sam DiGiovanni of ClutchPoints.

The Phoenix Suns may have to keep Jusuf Nurkić around this season due to his large contract according to a recent report.

Phoenix Suns head coach Mike Budenholzer expects veteran center Jusuf Nurkić to answer the call in the event he's inserted back into the team's lineup.

Amid a four-game skid, the Phoenix Suns are reportedly set to make some major changes to their lineup. According to NBA insider Chris Haynes, the Suns

The Phoenix Suns are expected to shake up their starting lineup ahead of Monday night's matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers.

The Phoenix Suns have been one of the most disappointing teams in the NBA. Amid the team's struggles, Chris Haynes reported that the Suns will make a major chan

Amid a spiral down the Western Conference standings, the Phoenix Suns made a drastic lineup change ahead of Monday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers, sending Bradley Beal and Jusuf Nurkić to ...

The 27-year-old Richards, who is averaging 8.9 points and 7.5 rebounds per game this season, could be the Suns' new starting center.

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