Kevin Durant addresses trade rumors amid Suns' struggles

Kevin Durant addressed the recent trade rumors surrounding him and the Phoenix Suns, acknowledging the unpredictable nature of the NBA and stating, "It's just part of the business." Despite speculation that the Suns were open to trading him, Durant emphasized his commitment to the team and his goal of playing out his contract. The Suns had a relatively quiet trade deadline, only trading center Jusuf Nurkic while retaining their core of Durant, Devin Booker, and Bradley Beal as they strive to improve their performance. Durant, who has missed time due to an ankle sprain, remains focused on returning to the court and contributing to the team's success. He noted that trade discussions are common in the league, stating, "Everybody can be up for auction, so I understand that." With the Suns currently struggling to maintain a winning record, attention now turns to how the team can build chemistry and push forward amidst ongoing speculation.