Phoenix Suns Sign Haywood Highsmith To 2-Year Deal
Cyro Asseo breaks down the Suns’ signing of Haywood Highsmith (February 14, 2026) and why this move perfectly aligns with head coach Jordan Ott’s defensive blueprint.
After a chaotic deadline and injuries to Devin Booker (foot) and Jalen Green (groin), Phoenix needed a stabilizer. Highsmith gives them exactly that: length, switchability, and reliable two-way impact.
This video covers:
Why Highsmith is the prototype “Ott player”
His 7’0” wingspan and ability to guard 1–4
The 36.9% three-point shooting that keeps spacing intact
How his 1.3 steals per game and elite deflection rates fit Phoenix’s top-tier turnover defense
Why this move quietly fixes the PF depth issue after trading Nick Richards
Updated Suns rotation heading into the post-All-Star stretch
How this impacts the West playoff race (just 1.5 games from the 5-seed)
Highsmith may not grab headlines, but this is a win-now, identity-preserving addition for a Suns team trying to avoid the Play-In and secure home-court advantage.
Drop your thoughts below — is this the move that stabilizes Phoenix’s rotation?
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