Grayson Allen and Phoenix Suns agree to a multi-year deal / News - Basketnews.com

Allen signed a 4-year $70 million deal to remain with the Suns.

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After just one year on the team, the Phoenix Suns decided to extend the contract with one of the most important players.

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According to Adrian Wojnarowski from ESPN, the Suns signed a new deal with Grayson Allen. The new 4-year contract is worth $70 million.

Before joining the Suns, Allen had spent two years with the Milwaukee Bucks. After coming to Phoenix, Allen has registered the best scoring numbers in his career, averaging 13.5 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 3 assists per game in 33.5 minutes of playing time - all four career-bests.

Allen previously earned $8.5 million per season. Now, his average salary will jump to $17.5 million, more than doubling his previous pay.

The Suns, meanwhile, finished the regular season in 6th place and will play against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the First Round of the NBA Playoffs.

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