Regardless that we’re in the course of the NBA Finals, that doesn’t imply probably the greatest gamers of all time gained’t be in commerce headlines, as a result of that’s simply how the NBA works.
It really is a 24/7, 365 sort of sport, and Phoenix Suns celebrity Kevin Durant’s identify has already turn into the most popular commodity off the court docket because the Suns have began courting groups early to determine the place he’ll be traded this offseason.
As groups across the league are readying their finest pitch, ESPN’s Shams Charania lately shared which three organizations are atop Durant’s want listing for the time being.
“The Miami Warmth, San Antonio Spurs and Houston Rockets are 15-time All-Star Kevin Durant’s most well-liked commerce locations out of Phoenix, sources inform ESPN. These throughout the NBA have been made conscious in latest days that these are the three groups that Durant would decide to long-term.”
The Miami Warmth, San Antonio Spurs and Houston Rockets are 15-time All-Star Kevin Durant’s most well-liked commerce locations out of Phoenix, sources inform ESPN. These throughout the NBA have been made conscious in latest days that these are the three groups that Durant would decide to long-term. pic.twitter.com/Hqn5hDaWxC
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) June 15, 2025
One speedy factor that jumps out is that these three groups are positioned in Florida and Texas, so maybe Durant is seeking to capitalize on not having to pay any state earnings taxes as he enters what might be the ultimate chapter of his stellar profession.
The Houston Rockets and San Antonio Spurs are two of the groups which have been linked to him for months ever since he first emerged in commerce rumors, as each have robust younger foundations and a dire want for a veteran scoring savant like KD.
Miami is a extra puzzling match, as they don’t have the kind of younger belongings to compete with the Rockets and Spurs in a proverbial commerce battle until they resolve to place thrilling younger heart Kel’el Ware on the desk.
Charania additionally famous that the Suns are going to make the commerce that’s finest for them and gained’t merely cater to Durant’s needs, so although these three groups have been talked about, that doesn’t imply anyone else is out of the working.
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