Bradley Beal's short stint with the Phoenix Suns ended with a contract buyout. He'll join the LA Clippers on a two-year, $11 million deal after forgoing $13.8 million. The Suns, undergoing a major offseason overhaul, will stretch Beal's remaining contract over five years, impacting their salary cap. Beal's decision was influenced by James Harden's recruitment and his existing relationships within the Clippers organization. The Clippers aim to bolster their shooting and ball-handling with Beal, despite concerns about his injury history and defensive capabilities.

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