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Suns Deal for Anthony & Coffey, Shed Luxury Tax
5 Feb
Summary
- Cole Anthony and Amir Coffey acquired by Phoenix.
- Nick Richards and Nigel Hayes-Davis sent to Milwaukee.
- Suns move below luxury tax threshold with the trade.
The Phoenix Suns have finalized a trade with the Milwaukee Bucks, acquiring guards Cole Anthony and Amir Coffey. In return, the Suns have sent center Nick Richards and forward Nigel Hayes-Davis to Milwaukee. This transaction is strategically designed to reduce the Suns' payroll.
By shedding salary, Phoenix aims to move below the luxury tax threshold. This is crucial for avoiding potential repeater tax penalties, having been taxed in three of the last four years. The Suns were last under the tax in the 2021-22 season.
Nick Richards, a player acquired last season, averaged 3.2 points and 3.3 rebounds this year. Previously, he recorded 9.5 points and 8.6 rebounds per game for Phoenix in 2024-25, but lost his rotation spot under coach Jordan Ott.
Nigel Hayes-Davis, who joined Phoenix as a free agent, has averaged 7.2 minutes in 27 appearances without securing a consistent role. Cole Anthony, a 25-year-old combo guard, brings career averages of 12.0 points and 3.8 assists, while Amir Coffey, 28, is known for his 9.7-point scoring average last season.
