Countdown to leave the team? 110 million is free. Bill started to contact multiple teams, but he had to give up 13.8 million when he bought out.

According to the latest report by NBA famous reporter Marc Stein, Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal has begun to discuss potential franchise opportunities with other teams, as he expects he will be bought out by the Suns soon and will be back to freedom.

Once the buyout is completed, the three-time All-Star guard will become one of the hottest players in the free market. Many championship teams such as the Lakers, Warriors, and the Bucks have been eyeing him.

Stein revealed that Bill's team "has begun to discuss opportunities with other teams because they think they will be cut soon", but it is not clear that his priority is whether it is a championship opportunity, salary, or tactical status. The key reason why Bill's buyout negotiations have accelerated is that the Suns are eager to get rid of his $110 million remaining contract (53.67 million in 2025-26, 57.13 million player option in 2026-27). According to the labor agreement, if the Sun uses the extension clause to buy out Bill, it will be required to share 110 million to pay for five years, about $22 million per year.

But since the Suns had previously cut Little and Liddle (3.8 million cap space), Bill had to give up at least $13.8 million in order to make the buyout compliant with the league regulations.

Although Bill only played 53 games due to injury last season (38 starts), he still handed over efficient data:

averaged 17 points, 3.3 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 1.1 steals per game

shot percentage 49.7%, three-point shooting percentage 38.6% (5 shots per game)

true shooting percentage 60.7%, and offensive efficiency is still at the upper level of the league.

Although Bill's high salary and attendance rate have been criticized, if he joins the championship team with a basic salary or a middle-class contract, his shooting ability and playoff experience will become a huge bonus.

Once Bill enters the free market, multiple teams are expected to compete, from a maximum salary of 250 million to a possible low salary to joining the championship team, Bill's career is about to usher in a turning point.