If Atlanta buys out newly acquired Gary Payton?s contract, the Suns are likely to make a move to bring the veteran their way.  Payton wants to play for a winner and Phoenix has certainly proved themselves to be a contender.

If Nash does manage to stay healthy, Payton would provided the Suns with much needed depth.    

Payton spent last season with the Los Angeles Lakers in hopes of finally winning a championship.  He led the Sonics to the Finals versus the Chicago Bulls, but were defeated in 6 games.