Knicks, Timberwolves Named Top Suitors for Kevin Durant Trade

Kevin Durant is widely expected to be traded by the Phoenix Suns this offseason, with the New York Knicks and Minnesota Timberwolves emerging as the most frequently cited potential destinations according to multiple NBA insiders. Reports indicate that the Suns are prepared to work with Durant on a trade, and that the Knicks, Timberwolves, Miami Heat, and San Antonio Spurs are all considered serious suitors, though the Rockets are unlikely to pursue Durant due to their preference for younger players. The Knicks, currently in the playoffs, are seen as a particularly strong fit if their postseason run falls short, but they would likely require a commitment from Durant to re-sign before making a major deal. While the Suns previously considered trading Durant to the Warriors, he reportedly vetoed a return to Golden State, leading the Warriors to pursue other options. Durant, who remains one of the NBA's elite scorers, is entering the final year of his contract and is seeking another championship opportunity. The outcome of the Knicks' and Timberwolves' playoff runs will likely influence how aggressively each team pursues Durant this summer.