The team that won 50 games last season is more talented now, but it’s also substantially older than other potential contenders – which leads to questions.

Veteran guard Bradley Beal reportedly has agreed to a contract buyout with the Phoenix Suns and will become a free agent. Phoenix is expected to request waivers on Beal, who then intends to join the LA Clippers on a two-year, $11 million deal with a player option, per ESPN’s Shams Charania.

Bradley Beal's time with the Phoenix Suns has come to an end after two seasons, and he is set to join the Los Angeles Clippers.