Bradley Beal Finalizes Buyout with Suns, Joins LA Clippers

Bradley Beal has concluded a $99 million buyout agreement with the Phoenix Suns, subsequently finalizing a two-year, $11 million deal to join the LA Clippers. The Suns opted to waive and stretch Beal's contract, a move that saves them $175 million in luxury tax this season but will result in a $20 million annual cap hit extending for five years. Beal, seeking a return to a more impactful role in "big games and big moments," was actively recruited by James Harden to the Clippers, where he aims to have a productive season and potentially re-enter free agency next summer.