The Phoenix Suns recently completed a notable adjustment involving jersey numbers following the acquisition of Jalen Green through the Kevin Durant trade. Fans were curious about which number Green would don, considering his transition to a new team. Previously, Green wore number 0 during his rookie season before switching to number 4 for the last few years in Houston. With the Suns already having rookies wearing key numbers, an update was necessary.

Resolving Number Conflicts Among Suns’ Rookies

Last season, rookies Ryan Dunn and Oso Ighodaro wore numbers 0 and 4 respectively, creating overlap with Green’s preferred jersey numbers. To address this, the Suns opted to let Green keep the number 4, which he has used consistently, while Oso Ighodaro agreed to change his number to 11. This number was previously worn by Bol Bol, who is no longer with the team.

Oso Ighodaro is switching from No. 4 to No. 11 for the #Suns. Number last worn by Bol Bol in 2025. #NBA pic.twitter.com/qpbGKjMFa4— Etienne Catalan (@EtienneCatalan) July 23, 2025

Significance of the Jersey Number Switch

Giving the number 4 jersey to Green, considered the more established player, while Ighodaro, a sophomore, chooses a new number, reflects team hierarchy and respect. The choice of number 11 by Ighodaro also implies that Bol Bol will not return to the Suns, as the frontcourt remains filled with players. This switch offers clarity to fans and maintains team cohesion as the new season approaches.