The expectations were sky-high when the Suns acquired Bradley Beal in a trade last year. Finally, a third superstar alongside Devin Booker and Kevin Durant. The hoop community remarked. However, constant injury woes have not let Beal maximize his potential, leading to disappointment for fans. And many believe it’s time for the Suns to part ways with the star guard, especially after Beal broke silence on the ongoing Jimmy Butler trade buzz.

Yes, as per veteran insider Jake Fischer, there is “rising belief” that the Heat are looking to trade Butler ahead of the mid-season trade deadline. And Phoenix is reportedly one of his preferred destinations. Obviously, the Suns are unlikely to let go of Book and KD. So, the sword is hanging over Beal’s head, which could be shopped away as part of the trade package. His $50.2 million salary would be the perfect exchange for Butler’s $48.7 million salary.

Despite the floating rumors, Beal does not seem too bothered as he revealed in today’s presser, “The same thing until one of them comes and says something to me and talks to me. It’s just out there. I’m a Phoenix Sun and I’m here and I’m in a uniform, but I don’t pay attention to that, man. They did that with me for 10 years.” For the eleven seasons, Beal was in Washington, he was a constant target for trade speculations. That’s why such rumors don’t faze him anymore until he hears something from the involved parties.

However, it looks like the Suns’ fans are ready to part ways with Beal after realizing the possibility of adding a superstar like Butler to their squad, with one netizen telling Beal, “Bro pack your bag please.. You getting traded.”

Well, it might be easier said than done!

NBA World questions Bradley Beal’s availability and deems Jimmy Butler a “Much Better Fit”

With comments like “Nobody wants u” and “Someone get him the hell out of here” flooding the internet, it is clear that many Suns fans do not want Beal in Phoenix anymore. Maybe, a major reason is his frequent absence due to injury concerns. Since joining the team, Beal has constantly been in and out of the lineup due to back, calf, knee, and elbow issues. And the list goes on.

Just recently, he was out for two straight games with right knee swelling. Obviously, the injuries have also affected his performance as he is averaging only 17.7 points in sixteen appearances this season. Although fans love Beal as a player, they are tired of his constant struggles. It was clear from this netizen’s comment, “Love Brad. He’s a good person and he’s a good teammate, but here are the facts. Brad has not been available, and here’s the big one, he is not a good fit with this team as it is structured. Jimmy Butler is a much better fit, with all due respect to Brad Beal.”

Yes, Butler is a much more reliable player in terms of availability. Moreover, he is a proven superstar on a championship contending team, averaging 19.4 points and five assists this season. And his ability to step up his game during the playoffs will surely help the Suns in crucial matchups. Amid the trade buzz, one fan realized that the power to make the decision still lies with Beal as he wrote, “Would you waive your ntc?”

Beal has a full no-trade clause in his contract, which means he cannot be traded until he wants to do so. And Brett Siegel reported that there is “zero indication” Beal is willing to waive that clause for a potential trade. However, things could change ahead of the February deadline. Do you think Beal should waive his no-trade clause for a fresh start in Miami?