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The Suns’ franchise carefully constructed a team with championships in mind. However, the distractions caused by trade talks can take a toll on the players and the overall dynamic within the locker room. With the recent disappointment of losing out on acquiring Jonas Valančiūnas, the Suns remain in a tough position as they struggle to correct their course in the playoff race.
Udonis Haslem, a veteran player, weighed in on the challenge of separating business from the game on the court. He emphasized the necessity for players to concentrate solely on their performance, lest they allow external distractions to impact their game. The reality is that, as players, they opted into this business — and the noise surrounding potential trades is simply part of the landscape.