In 2008, the Suns traded beloved star Shawn Marion and Marcus Banks to the Miami Heat in exchange for a 35-year-old Shaquille O'Neal. Marion, who is six years younger, was a big domino to fall as Phoenix remade their roster.

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr empathizes with Dallas Mavericks GM Nico Harrison, who is facing death threats after trading Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis. Kerr relates to Harrison as he faced a similar situation in 2008 and emphasizes the emotional toll such threats can take.