Mat Ishbia is eyeing fresh talent for his Phoenix Suns roster. His latest target? Washington Huskies’ standout, Moses Wood. The 25-year-old small forward dazzled in the Summer League, catching the Suns’ attention. Therefore, Ishbia & Co. are now eager to see Wood shine in the 2024-25 NBA season. During the summer league with the Atlanta Hawks, Moses Wood’s tremendous 3-pointers have surely turned some heads in the league. Therefore, he’s coming off a productive season of college basketball for Washington.
Born in Reno, Nevada, Moses Wood is 6’8″ in height. Moses Wood’s commendable college basketball stats say he could be one of the upcoming stars. Averaging 11.9 points and 4.5 rebounds while shooting 42.1% from the field in 32 games. The 25-year-old has been nothing but phenomenal so far. Despite going undrafted in the 2024 NBA Draft, Wood made a strong impression in the Summer League with the Atlanta Hawks.
On Monday, HoopsHype insider Michael Scotto reported that Moses Wood will sign a deal with the Phoenix Suns. He wrote: “The Phoenix Suns have agreed to an Exhibit 10 deal with Moses Wood, league sources told @hoopshype. Wood played in Summer League for the Atlanta Hawks and averaged 11.9 points and shot 39.6% from 3-point range for the Washington Huskies last season.” So, the lights won’t completely go out on the pro 3-point shooter’s NBA dreams, despite not making it to the 2024 drafts.
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Do you think Moses Wood will make a significant impact on the Phoenix Suns this season?
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Do you agree with Sheryl Swoopes' bold statement about the "Caitlin Clark Effect"?
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Is Moses Wood the next big star for the Phoenix Suns after his Summer League heroics?
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Do you think Magic Johnson is to blame for the LA Sparks' recent struggles?
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Do you think Shaquille O'Neal should have kept his promise to buy a Tesla?
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He made the right decision
Do you think Shaquille O'Neal's use of Charles Barkley's tactics for Big Chicken is justified?
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Who cares, it's Shaq!
Do you agree with Cheryl Reeve's criticism of Caitlin Clark's special treatment in the WNBA?
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Do you think Derrick Rose's career would have been different without his injuries?
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Who deserves a signature sneaker more?
Angel Reese
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Do you think Caitlin Clark can bounce back from her 24-point defeat in Game Two?
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Do you agree with Sheryl Swoopes' concerns about A'ja Wilson's MVP bid?
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Do you think Kevin Durant's presence at the Olympics overshadowed Jaylen Brown?
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The Phoenix Suns have agreed to an Exhibit 10 deal with Moses Wood, league sources told @hoopshype. Wood played in Summer League for the Atlanta Hawks and averaged 11.9 points and shot 39.6% from 3-point range for the Washington Huskies last season. pic.twitter.com/VOGT3TSUYn
— Michael Scotto (@MikeAScotto) September 23, 2024
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This simply means the Huskies wingman will be under a one-year contract with Mat Ishbia’s team. Besides, Wood will get his fair chance to compete for an NBA roster spot in 2025. Meanwhile, if Moses impresses with his performance, he could earn a contract extension or be picked by a different team.
Moses Wood the new face of the Suns will go hand in hand with Devin Booker and Kevin Durant
What’s your perspective on:
Is Moses Wood the next big star for the Phoenix Suns after his Summer League heroics?
Have an interesting take?
The Atlanta Hawks superstar of the Summer League, Moses Wood has played five seasons of college basketball for Tulane, Portland, UNLV, and Washington. Moses Wood averaged 10.5 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game. He shot 44.1% from the field and 40.4% from three-point range in 152 games. He will likely start the season in the G League. However, his outstanding three-point shooting could lead to a two-way or 10-day contract opportunity. Could he be the next Steph Curry in the making? The possibilities aren’t so low!
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Meanwhile, the Phoenix Suns are looking to bounce back in the next season. Having finished sixth in the Western Conference in the 2023-24 season would be seeking redemption. With a strong frontline consisting of the elites of the NBA- Kevin Durant and Devin Booker, Moses Wood would be a great addition to the team. Especially with his versatile control over the ball and impressive sharp-shooting skills would be handy for the Suns.
Therefore, you must watch the Suns’ game closely to know what Moses Wood can do on the court. He is coming into the NBA picture with lots of hope and expectations on his shoulders. But given his records, Wood will undoubtedly shine and show his mettle in the league.
Debate
Is Moses Wood the next big star for the Phoenix Suns after his Summer League heroics?