Perhaps an underrated return belongs to Jusuf Nurkic of the Utah Jazz. The current backup center is one of many in Utah's rotation. One season ago, though, the Phoenix Suns traded Nurkic to the Charlotte Hornets right before the 2024-25 trade deadline.

It turned out to be a blessing in disguise for both parties. Still, the Bosnian center appreciated his time in Phoenix. When asked about his looming return, Nurkic noted something heartfelt , but rather interesting.

“I don’t think that’s a question for me,” Nurkic said earlier this week in Salt Lake City via AZCentral's Duane Rankin. “I think it’s probably for (Suns CEO Josh Bartelstein) or a lot of people who are actually in charge.

“I loved (Suns team owner) Mat Ishbia for how he cared, loved my teammates, and my time there.”

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