Suns Waive Koby Brea, Open Two‑Way Roster Spot

Overview

• The Phoenix Suns have waived second‑year guard Koby Brea, creating an open two‑way contract slot as the team finalizes its 2026–27 roster.
• Brea’s shooting dipped in tune‑up play, as he went 8-of-28 (28.6%) in Summer League and 3-of-10 (30%) in the preseason, raising questions about his primary skill translating to the NBA level.
• He was the 41st overall pick in the 2025 draft out of Kentucky and entered the Suns’ development pipeline after a college career that marked him as a top three‑point shooter.
• Phoenix’s late roster moves also included signing Duop Reath to a two‑way deal, waiving Haywood Highsmith, extending Oso Ighodaro, and picking up Ryan Dunn’s option.
• A two‑way vacancy gives the Suns flexibility to add or develop a young player while Brea is now off the roster and available to pursue opportunities elsewhere or in the G League.