Sources: Phoenix Suns finalizing deal to acquire Chris Paul from Oklahoma City Thunder

The Phoenix Suns are finalizing a deal to acquire Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star guard Chris Paul, sources tell ESPN.

The deal sends Paul and Abdel Nader to the Suns for Kelly Oubre Jr., Ricky Rubio, Ty Jerome, Jalen Lecque and a 2022 first-round pick, sources tell ESPN.

Suns owner Robert Sarver is bringing the future Hall of Fame guard to Phoenix, delivering star Devin Booker a running mate and the franchise a leader. Suddenly, the Suns become a real factor in the Western Conference this season.