Phoenix Suns Near Trade Deal for Kevin Durant with Five NBA Teams

NBA superstar Kevin Durant is widely expected to be traded this offseason, with several teams expressing interest in acquiring him. ESPN insider Shams Charania identifies the Houston Rockets, San Antonio Spurs, Miami Heat, Minnesota Timberwolves, and New York Knicks as the primary suitors, with wild-card teams also making inquiries. The San Antonio Spurs appear to be the favorite destination due to their valuable draft assets and roster fit, and there are reports that Durant himself believes he will end up there. The Phoenix Suns, who failed to make the playoffs this season, are moving away from their previous strategy of building around a Big Three, signaling a roster overhaul. Meanwhile, Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo’s situation differs; he holds significant leverage and is expected to take more time before deciding on his future, likely extending into the summer months as he evaluates the league landscape. Both players’ potential moves highlight an active and transformative NBA offseason ahead.