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The Phoenix Suns bought out Bradley Beal, but still owe potentially seven draft picks from the worst trade in franchise history.

The Phoenix Suns are letting Bradley Beal go to avoid the second apron, but it will cost the franchise dearly over the next five years.

Bradley Beal has left the building.

ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania reported that Bradley Beal and the Phoenix Suns agreed to a contract buyout.

Buying out Bradley Beal's contract will be a short-term fix for the Phoenix Suns, but it will lead to larger issues.

That's one way to look at it.

It was always going to take time with Khaman Maluach.

Truth hurts.

What else were they supposed to do?

One to watch.