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Former first-round pick works out for Suns

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports
By Steve DelVecchio | Last updated 7/3/23

The Phoenix Suns have already made a couple of big offseason moves, and they are still searching for key pieces that might be able to help in their pursuit of an NBA title.

Free-agent point guard Darren Collison recently worked out for the Suns and had a “great showing,” according to Bleacher Report’s Chris Haynes.

Free agent veteran guard Darren Collison worked out for Phoenix Suns last week and had a great showing, league sources tell @NBAonTNT, @BleacherReport. Phoenix remains aggressive in searching for complementary players.

— Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) July 3, 2023

Collison most recently played for the South Bay Lakers, which is the G League affiliate of the Los Angeles Lakers. The former first-round pick last played in an NBA game during the 2021-22 season, when he made just three appearances off the bench for the Lakers.

Now 35, Collison seems highly unlikely to contribute significantly to any team. He is, however, a nearly 40% three-point shooter for his career. That is likely why the Suns are giving him a look.

Phoenix acquired Bradley Beal in a blockbuster trade last week and then signed a former Sixth Man of the Year. The Suns do not have much money to spend, but they will continue to explore creative ways to fill out their bench.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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