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Bradley Beal to Join Clippers After Suns Buyout

Relinquishing $13.9 million to finalize the buyout clears the path for his two-year, $11 million agreement including a 2026-27 player option.

Phoenix Suns guard Grayson Allen (8) slaps hands with forward Royce O'Neale (00) after beating the Miami Heat 115-112 at Footprint Center in Phoenix on Nov. 6, 2024.
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Apr 9, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (3) reacts against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images/File Photo

Overview

  • Beal is surrendering $13.9 million of the $110 million remaining on his Suns contract to secure his release.
  • After clearing waivers, he will sign a two-year, $11 million deal with the Clippers that features a player option for 2026-27.
  • Phoenix plans to stretch his remaining salary over five years to slip below both luxury tax aprons and unlock the non-taxpayer midlevel exception.
  • The buyout advances the Suns’ strategic reset under coach Jordan Ott and general manager Brian Gregory, creating cap space to retool around Devin Booker.
  • Los Angeles expects Beal to slot alongside Kawhi Leonard and James Harden as a primary scorer and playmaker in its revamped backcourt.