The Phoenix Suns have added more three-point shooting to their bench as Anthony Tolliver agrees to a two-year, $6 million deal, according to Shams Charania of RealGM. Tolliver’s deal appears to be fully guaranteed.
“It’s a great opportunity for me,” Tolliver told sources by phone. “I went into this costless agency and it worked out perfectly when Phoenix contacted my agent. With a great nucleus of young players, and the respect I have for Ryan McDonough, Jeff Hornacek and the entire organization, it’s a perfect situation. For me, I want to go in there and help any way I can,” added Tolliver.
Tolliver will fill in the void left behind by Channing Frye, who agreed to terms with the Orlando Magic earlier in the off-season. Tolliver is a 6’8” power forward/small forward mainly known for his dangerous three-point shot.
Tolliver made 42 percent of his threes last season with the Charlotte Hornets. In 64 games, he averaged 6.1 points and 2.6 rebounds.
The 29-year old went undrafted in 2007 and has played for six different teams in six years. He had one of his best years with the Golden State Warriors putting up career-highs of 12.3 points and 7.3 rebounds per game.
Anthony Tolliver was drawing interest from the Cleveland Cavaliers, Los Angeles Clippers, and Washington Wizards as well.
Restricted costless agent Eric Bledsoe still remains on the market, and the Suns are expected to re-sign him eventually to complete their roster.