The Phoenix Suns have had conversations with rival teams, including the Atlanta Hawks, about a trade involving veteran center Jusuf Nurkić, according to

The Suns are showing interest in Hawks sharpshooter Bogdan Bogdanovic as trade speculation surrounding Jusuf Nurkic grows.

The Atlanta Hawks are "exploring the trade market" for wing Bogdan Bogdanović, accoridng to NBA insider Marc Stein. "It has been known for some time

While there’s been a focus on the Phoenix Suns’ pursuit of Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler, the title-hopeful hasn’t slowed their efforts to trade center Jusuf Nurkic.

With Jalen Johnson out for the season, the Hawks are in a curious position ahead of the trade deadline. There’s a case to be made that they should be buyers and sellers, and the most recent trade rumor suggests that could be the case.