Yes. This is still going on. For the past month, the Phoenix Suns and Eric Bledsoe have been at an impasse ever since Bledsoe wanted a max deal of 5-Years, $80 million.
But according to ESPN.com, the Suns and Eric Bledsoe have re-engaged in talks.
ESPN.com’s Brian Windhorst reported last week that the Wolves have continued to aggressively pursue Bledsoe in a sign-and-trade deal that would have landed him a four-year max contract valued at $63 million.
The relationship between Bledsoe and the Suns had eroded over the contract impasse. The Suns also signed free-agent guard Isaiah Thomas to a four-year, $27 million deal in July and drafted guard Tyler Ennis in the first round in June to fortify themselves at the position. Star point guard Goran Dragic also can become an unrestricted free agent in July.
But there was renewed hope Tuesday, sources told ESPN.com, that a deal between Bledsoe and the Suns can be struck before the team opens training camp Sept. 30 in Flagstaff, Arizona.
Bledsoe must be one of the most stubborn players I’ve ever seen. He’s not a max player now but he probably will be in time. If he took Phoenix’ initial offer of 4-Years $48 Million, he would clearly assert himself as the leader. Isaiah Thomas and Tyler Ennis are legit though.
Besides. I don’t think he could get a better gig anywhere else. Face the facts Bledsoe. The Phoenix Suns are your best bet.
