Suns' Big Three Formation Criticized as 'Superteaming' in Championship Pursuit

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In order to win the NBA championship they dream of, many superstars seeking to leave their teams and form a superteam is a normal thing. After all, an individual's power is always limited, and cooperation certainly increases the chances. According to the latest news, the Phoenix Suns have formed a Big Three combination of Beal, Booker, and Durant, causing their championship odds to soar, but they couldn't escape criticism for forming a superteam. Many reporters, in particular, have criticized how many teammates Durant has changed.

This season, the Suns' performance in the playoffs cannot be considered poor. Among the many teams defeated by the reigning champion Nuggets, the Suns are the only team that managed to take two games from them. Although Durant's addition hasn't reached his peak yet, it's still impressive, and Booker's performance has been stunning. Therefore, the Suns' reinforcements will be crucial. Beal's addition, along with Durant and Booker, forming a Big Three, is quite normal in the league, and as long as they stay injury-free, it's a formidable lineup.

Of course, forming such a lineup comes at a cost. It is reported that the Suns sent away Paul, Shamet, several second-round picks, and multiple pick swaps to acquire Beal from the Wizards, forming a super Big Three with Durant and Booker. It's a trade-off of the future for the present, and they have to succeed or fail in this endeavor. The outside world is optimistic about the Suns' Big Three lineup, and their championship odds have risen to fourth in the league, second in the Western Conference, only behind the Nuggets, Bucks, and Celtics.

However, the Suns' way of building a team through such trades has drawn criticism from many reporters. Clippers beat writer Joey Lin's criticism was particularly strong. He mocked Durant for sacrificing his face in exchange for championships, and how many superstars has he teamed up with throughout his career to fulfill his championship dreams? Durant's list of star teammates in his career includes: Westbrook, Harden (twice), Curry, Klay Thompson, Draymond Green, Irving, Booker, Paul, and Beal, totaling 9 times, with only the Warriors' ""Big Three"" helping Durant win championships. Another Clippers beat reporter, Fabod Esnashari, tweeted, "Hilarious, how much help does Durant need?"

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The originator of the Big Three concept was the Boston Celtics' trio back in the day, which brought the Celtics a long-awaited championship. It was later popularized and expanded upon by LeBron James, who won two championships with the Miami Heat but didn't establish a dynasty.

Kalkin995

It feels like the Suns still lack something to win the championship.

Sona59

Winning is what matters; the winner takes all. This world is very realistic.

Reman777

For the championship, they've gone all in, haha~ If they get criticized, so be it!

Ritu77

The more they do this, the more it highlights Jokic's greatness.