Head coach Mike Budenholzer has made the decision to reinsert Bradley Beal back into the starting lineup. Fans saw Phoenix’s “Big 3” play together during Saturday’s game against the Chicago Bulls.

The veteran guard replaced Tyus Jones at the point guard position. Despite benching him, Jones is still “valued” by the Suns and Budenholzer.

Phoenix is trying to jumpstart to their team for their playoff push, as they’ve slipped to 11th in the Western Conference. They are currently 27-29 on the season, with them being 1-1 after the All-Star break.

“He organizes us. He brings leadership, stability,” Budenholzer said. “He’s a point guard. He’s that guy that’s looking to get everybody involved. Has a comfort level with that spot. He’s been good.”

In his first game back as a starter, Beal put up 25 points (10/19 FG), six rebounds, four assists, and two steals.

According to ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne and Brian Windhorst, only two teams were willing to trade for Bradley Beal: the Atlanta Hawks and Washington Wizards.

Washington, who traded Beal to Phoenix, and Atlanta, who was looking for draft compensation and moving off some of their old players, were the only two teams to even consider trading for the $50 million guard.

Ultimately, they decided not to, like everyone else, because the draft capital couldn’t outweigh the massive contract they were taking on. Remember, this isn’t an expiring contract worth $50 million.

This season, he was making $50.2 million. Next season, $53.6 million. After that, in the 2026-27 season, he can opt into his $57 million player option. The money, combined with the fact that he has a no-trade clause, was a huge deterrent from even the worst of teams taking on his contract.

In 37 games, the 31-year-old averages 17.4 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 3.4 assists in 32.4 minutes.

According to Marc Stein, the Milwaukee Bucks want to get involved in this year’s trade deadline; they will do that by potentially trading for Bradley Beal. The Phoenix Suns are testing Beal’s trade value.

Currently, the Bucks have shown more interest in Beal than Jimmy Butler. Butler has been connected to Milwaukee’s radar for a while now. However, it appears a mindset shift has been made, which means Beal is in front of Butler for now.

General Manager Jon Horst has kept his eye on Beal since he wanted out from the Washington Wizards. It wouldn’t be shocking if the Bucks put together an enticing offer the Suns couldn’t refuse.

A deal with the Bucks could be done; why? Because Phoenix could see them as a third team to help facilitate Butler to Phoenix without Miami taking on Beal’s contract. It’s a win-win for all parties involved.

While interest and rumors are spiking, it is unknown if Beal would waive his No-Trade Clause to join the Bucks.

In 29 games this season, the 31-year-old is averaging 17.5 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 3.3 assists.