Phoenix Suns exercise Ryan Dunn's option and project 2026-27 salary cap hit

The Phoenix Suns have exercised the fourth-year option on forward Ryan Dunn's contract, ensuring he remains with the team through the 2027-28 season. Dunn, the 28th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, is expected to have a cap hit slightly above $5 million. He is projected to become a restricted free agent following the 2027-28 season.

Looking toward the 2026-27 NBA season, the Suns' active contract payroll is projected at $193,028,455. This total places the team $77,415,222 above the projected salary cap of $164,961,000 and approximately $7.2 million above the first apron. Devin Booker remains the highest-paid player on the roster with a projected salary of $57,078,728.

Suns owner Mat Ishbia noted during Media Day that the organization aims to balance superstar talent with improving young players. The roster features several key contracts, including Miles Bridges and Dillon Brooks, as the team manages its position relative to the NBA's second apron.