Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant is one of the few athletes who are actively engaged on social media. On Thursday, he had a one-word response to ESPN's Stephen A. Smith about a potential change to the All-Star Game format. Ad In the 2025 All-Star Game, the NBA introduced a different approach with four teams—three composed
For most of his NBA career, Carmelo Anthony was listed at 230-235 pounds. Despite being 6-foot-7, it sometimes felt like he was carrying some extra weight. Ad Needless to say, that didn't stop him from being one of the most explosive and dominant scorers of his generation. Even early on, before he became more of
Novak Djokovic recently made his feelings clear by answering the criticism about Lorenzo Musetti not facing any consequences at the 2025 French Open for the same reason he got eliminated at the 2020 US Open. Both players are currently vying for a spot in the finals at Roland-Garros. Ad Djokovic was last seen in action
Iga Swiatek made claims of favoritism against chair umpire Kader Nouni, alleging that he had ignored the Pole's requests to inspect a line call. Swiatek eventually faced a crushing 6-7(1), 6-4, 0-6 defeat to Aryna Sabalenka, which ended her hopes of defending her title at the French Open. Ad The duo was seen engaging in
Doris Burke took a hard stance on drawing criticism for calling Shai Gilgeous-Alexander a "free throw merchant" on air during Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals against the Minnesota Timberwolves on May 20. The response from the NBA commentator came after criticism from fans, especially from the Thunder fanbase. Ad "There's a reason NBA
Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant is one of the few athletes who are actively engaged on social media. On Thursday, he had a one-word response to ESPN's Stephen A. Smith about a potential change to the All-Star Game format. Ad In the 2025 All-Star Game, the NBA introduced a different approach with four teams—three composed
For most of his NBA career, Carmelo Anthony was listed at 230-235 pounds. Despite being 6-foot-7, it sometimes felt like he was carrying some extra weight. Ad Needless to say, that didn't stop him from being one of the most explosive and dominant scorers of his generation. Even early on, before he became more of
Novak Djokovic recently made his feelings clear by answering the criticism about Lorenzo Musetti not facing any consequences at the 2025 French Open for the same reason he got eliminated at the 2020 US Open. Both players are currently vying for a spot in the finals at Roland-Garros. Ad Djokovic was last seen in action
Iga Swiatek made claims of favoritism against chair umpire Kader Nouni, alleging that he had ignored the Pole's requests to inspect a line call. Swiatek eventually faced a crushing 6-7(1), 6-4, 0-6 defeat to Aryna Sabalenka, which ended her hopes of defending her title at the French Open. Ad The duo was seen engaging in
Doris Burke took a hard stance on drawing criticism for calling Shai Gilgeous-Alexander a "free throw merchant" on air during Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals against the Minnesota Timberwolves on May 20. The response from the NBA commentator came after criticism from fans, especially from the Thunder fanbase. Ad "There's a reason NBA
Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant is one of the few athletes who are actively engaged on social media. On Thursday, he had a one-word response to ESPN's Stephen A. Smith about a potential change to the All-Star Game format. Ad In the 2025 All-Star Game, the NBA introduced a different approach with four teams—three composed
For most of his NBA career, Carmelo Anthony was listed at 230-235 pounds. Despite being 6-foot-7, it sometimes felt like he was carrying some extra weight. Ad Needless to say, that didn't stop him from being one of the most explosive and dominant scorers of his generation. Even early on, before he became more of
Novak Djokovic recently made his feelings clear by answering the criticism about Lorenzo Musetti not facing any consequences at the 2025 French Open for the same reason he got eliminated at the 2020 US Open. Both players are currently vying for a spot in the finals at Roland-Garros. Ad Djokovic was last seen in action
Iga Swiatek made claims of favoritism against chair umpire Kader Nouni, alleging that he had ignored the Pole's requests to inspect a line call. Swiatek eventually faced a crushing 6-7(1), 6-4, 0-6 defeat to Aryna Sabalenka, which ended her hopes of defending her title at the French Open. Ad The duo was seen engaging in
Doris Burke took a hard stance on drawing criticism for calling Shai Gilgeous-Alexander a "free throw merchant" on air during Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals against the Minnesota Timberwolves on May 20. The response from the NBA commentator came after criticism from fans, especially from the Thunder fanbase. Ad "There's a reason NBA
Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant is one of the few athletes who are actively engaged on social media. On Thursday, he had a one-word response to ESPN's Stephen A. Smith about a potential change to the All-Star Game format. Ad In the 2025 All-Star Game, the NBA introduced a different approach with four teams—three composed
For most of his NBA career, Carmelo Anthony was listed at 230-235 pounds. Despite being 6-foot-7, it sometimes felt like he was carrying some extra weight. Ad Needless to say, that didn't stop him from being one of the most explosive and dominant scorers of his generation. Even early on, before he became more of
Novak Djokovic recently made his feelings clear by answering the criticism about Lorenzo Musetti not facing any consequences at the 2025 French Open for the same reason he got eliminated at the 2020 US Open. Both players are currently vying for a spot in the finals at Roland-Garros. Ad Djokovic was last seen in action
Iga Swiatek made claims of favoritism against chair umpire Kader Nouni, alleging that he had ignored the Pole's requests to inspect a line call. Swiatek eventually faced a crushing 6-7(1), 6-4, 0-6 defeat to Aryna Sabalenka, which ended her hopes of defending her title at the French Open. Ad The duo was seen engaging in
Doris Burke took a hard stance on drawing criticism for calling Shai Gilgeous-Alexander a "free throw merchant" on air during Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals against the Minnesota Timberwolves on May 20. The response from the NBA commentator came after criticism from fans, especially from the Thunder fanbase. Ad "There's a reason NBA
HomeBasketballNBA Trade Rumors: Kevin Durant could leave Suns within 21 days
Kevin Durant is nearing the end of his unsuccessful Phoenix Suns tenure. After failing to make the NBA playoffs last year, the veteran superstar is on the trade market. According to the latest rumors by Suns insider John Gambadoro, Durant could get traded within 21 days when the NBA draft begins on Jun. 25.
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With only one late first-round pick selection for Phoenix, the team could be eyeing an immediate return with another pick through Durant’s trade, prompting the urgency to move the 36-year-old in a matter of weeks. Per The Athletic, the Suns are attempting to regain control of their picks, starting with the No. 10 selection on Jun. 25, and have engaged in talks with the Houston Rockets.
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Per @KellyIko: Rockets-Suns are talking. PHX is actively trying to move Kevin Durant and reclaim control of its draft picks including the No. 10 in next month’s draft. Houston has received multiple calls from PHX, who’ve slowly lowered their asking price for Durant
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Houston controls Phoenix's picks and has received calls from its Western Conference counterpart. The Suns have also lowered their asking price on Kevin Durant amid their urgency to move him. The Rockets remain the likely trade partners in a potential deal because of the pick situation.
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Several other teams have also been linked with the two-time NBA champion. According to Gambadoro, the Spurs could be Durant's preferred destination. Meanwhile, the Hawks have also expressed interest in his services.
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The Rockets seem closer to making a deeper playoff run than the other two suitors, who have been in the lottery for the past few years. However, the Hawks have a solid core, and the Eastern Conference isn't as stacked, making a solid case for Durant to join Trae Young and Co.
One major reason could prevent Kevin Durant's trade to Houston Rockets
The Houston Rockets are a budding young team coming off a first-round exit. They rebuilt their team the right way and are on track to create a perennial playoff contender with their identity. While an early playoff exit doesn't seem promising, securing the second seed in a stacked Western Conference was highly encouraging.
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The only thing they seemingly missed in the postseason was a reliable shot-creator or two. Kevin Durant fills that void, but the Rockets, who have an interest in a trade, might not wish to pursue a deal. According to The Athletic, Houston has reservations about Durant's injury history.
The 36-year-old has suffered a string of issues since returning from an Achilles tear surgery in 2020. Barring 2023-24, when he played 75 games, Durant hasn't crossed the 60-game mark in any of the other seasons in the past five years.
If the Rockets are willing to spend picks and a few of their core players, they would expect availability, at the least, from Kevin Durant. At 36, he isn't getting any younger, and if Houston remains patient, it might open an opportunity to land a younger star for potentially a lower price.
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Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant is one of the few athletes who are actively engaged on social media. On Thursday, he had a one-word response to ESPN's Stephen A. Smith about a potential change to the All-Star Game format. Ad In the 2025 All-Star Game, the NBA introduced a different approach with four teams—three composed
For most of his NBA career, Carmelo Anthony was listed at 230-235 pounds. Despite being 6-foot-7, it sometimes felt like he was carrying some extra weight. Ad Needless to say, that didn't stop him from being one of the most explosive and dominant scorers of his generation. Even early on, before he became more of
Doris Burke took a hard stance on drawing criticism for calling Shai Gilgeous-Alexander a "free throw merchant" on air during Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals against the Minnesota Timberwolves on May 20. The response from the NBA commentator came after criticism from fans, especially from the Thunder fanbase. Ad "There's a reason NBA
Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant is one of the few athletes who are actively engaged on social media. On Thursday, he had a one-word response to ESPN's Stephen A. Smith about a potential change to the All-Star Game format. Ad In the 2025 All-Star Game, the NBA introduced a different approach with four teams—three composed
For most of his NBA career, Carmelo Anthony was listed at 230-235 pounds. Despite being 6-foot-7, it sometimes felt like he was carrying some extra weight. Ad Needless to say, that didn't stop him from being one of the most explosive and dominant scorers of his generation. Even early on, before he became more of
Novak Djokovic recently made his feelings clear by answering the criticism about Lorenzo Musetti not facing any consequences at the 2025 French Open for the same reason he got eliminated at the 2020 US Open. Both players are currently vying for a spot in the finals at Roland-Garros. Ad Djokovic was last seen in action
Iga Swiatek made claims of favoritism against chair umpire Kader Nouni, alleging that he had ignored the Pole's requests to inspect a line call. Swiatek eventually faced a crushing 6-7(1), 6-4, 0-6 defeat to Aryna Sabalenka, which ended her hopes of defending her title at the French Open. Ad The duo was seen engaging in