Suns two-way wing not returning to Phoenix after signing with Celtics

King on Suns rookie signing with Celtics:

“Jalen Bridges has been added to the Celtics summer league roster, I’ve been told, and will be going to camp with the team in the fall with a chance to make the roster. He played for Phoenix on a two-way contract as a rookie.”

Bridges had a four-year college career, playing at West Virginia and Baylor. In his senior season with the Bears, Bridges averaged 12.2 points and 5.7 rebounds on 41.2% from the 3-point line. His wide frame made him an interesting prospect for the Suns, as he provided some much-needed length for the franchise.

However, the 24-year-old only appeared in eight NBA games and recorded 1.1 points per game. In the G-League, Bridges showed potential, averaging 14.3 points and 5.8 rebounds on 38.4% from beyond the arc. Regardless, Bridges might have reached his peak in the G-League, as a genre of player just below NBA-level ready.

Gregory seemingly replaced Bridges with App State’s CJ Huntly, who the team signed to a two-way contract after the 2025 NBA Draft. Huntly carries many of the same characteristics as Bridges, a lengthy and versatile scorer from the perimeter. While Bridges didn’t leave an impact, Gregory is hopeful that Huntley could be an upgrade if developed correctly.