The Phoenix Suns are competing hard to bag a higher seed in the stacked Western Conference before the playoffs begin. Kevin Durant and Co. are currently seeded 6th with a 46-32 record. But their position is not safe as several teams are lurking behind to take their spot. To add more firepower amid the heated playoff race, the Suns have decided to complete guard Isaiah Thomas’ NBA comeback by solidifying his spot on the roster.

After completing two 10-day contracts, the Suns reportedly plan to sign Isaiah Thomas for the remainder of the season. Since joining the Suns on March 20, Thomas has provided them with backcourt depth, strong leadership, and a veteran’s presence in the locker room. And that could prove crucial in the playoffs.

His comeback story began on March 6th after he joined the Utah Jazz’s G League team, the Salt Lake City Stars. Thomas balled out during his brief stint in the G League, averaging 32.5 points, 5.3 assists, and 1.3 steals. He also shot a whopping 44.6% from the three-point line. After playing 4 games for the SLC stars, the Phoenix Suns signed Thomas on a 10-day contract on March 20. Thomas made his Suns debut the same night against the Philadelphia 76ers, going scoreless in the 2 minutes he was on the court.

The Suns then signed Isaiah Thomas on another 10-day contract on March 29. The 2-time All-Star has played 4 games since joining the Suns. He is averaging 1.2 points and 0.5 assists. Thomas has not got much playing time in the last 20 days, but the Suns’ latest plan suggests they would get him on the court more often. Although IT is no longer the star he once was, his playoff experience can help Kevin Durant and Co. win some crucial games. Thomas has played in 25 playoff games in his career, averaging 22.6 points, 6.3 assists, and 3.1 rebounds.

NBA World rejoices for Isaiah Thomas

The news of Isaiah Thomas’ signing a deal even left the NBA World in a frenzy. Fans took to X to congratulate him on completing his wholesome comeback.

This fan claimed IT “deserved” to get signed on a full-time contract.

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One fan congratulated Thomas and believed he never should have been out of the league. Before joining the Suns in March, Thomas had not played in the NBA since April 10, 2022.

This fan was extremely happy at the thought of watching ‘Playoff Isaiah Thomas’ again and posted a viral Patrick Beverley celebration meme.

A netizen was happy for him but wanted to see him get more playing time for the Suns.

This Suns fan demanded Frank Vogel put Isaiah Thomas, Bradley Beal, and Devin Booker on the court for a three-guard lineup.

With only 4 games remaining in the regular season and playoffs just around the corner, it will be interesting to see how Isaiah Thomas is utilized and the way he capitalizes on this opportunity with the Suns. Without a doubt, the fans are delighted by his return to the league. Mostly everyone wants to see him play much more and help ward off the high-competition, moving to the next round.

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