Jae Crowder continues to remain away from the Phoenix Suns as the two sides seek a resolution via trade. Crowder pushed back on the idea that he requested a trade from the Suns because he was demoted out of the starting lineup in favor of Cam Johnson.
“Honestly, this is unfamiliar ground for me,” Crowder told Chris Haynes. “This is my 11th year and I’ve always been in camp and started the year off with my team. The business of basketball has taken its course and changes have come. I do not want to get into the details just yet, but it’s definitely not true of the narrative being pushed about me not starting or not. I can honestly say that.
“I had two great years with my teammates and the fans in Phoenix. I don’t take that for granted. I’m forever grateful for the moments we shared.”
Haynes said he’s not sure if the core of the issue is the Suns’ to sign him to an extension.
