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The Phoenix Suns are gearing up for a pivotal offseason, and the future of Kevin Durant appears to be a key storyline. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, there is a “level of mutual interest” between Durant and the Houston Rockets, signaling the possibility of a blockbuster trade involving the 15-time NBA All-Star.
Durant’s arrival in Phoenix in February 2023 came with championship aspirations, especially after the Suns paired him with Devin Booker and later added Bradley Beal in the 2023 offseason. However, the experiment has largely fallen short, with the team failing to win a single playoff game last year before missing the postseason entirely this season with a 36-46 record. The struggles led to the firing of head coach Mike Budenholzer, marking the start of what is expected to be a summer of major changes.
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With one year remaining on his four-year, $194.2 million contract, Durant remains one of the league’s most productive players, averaging 26.6 points per game this season. But at 36 years old, the veteran forward may not be interested in sticking around for a rebuild, making a trade a logical move for both Durant and the Suns.
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According to Charania, Phoenix is expected to engage in trade conversations involving Durant and may work with him and his business partner, Rich Kleiman, to identify his next destination. The Houston Rockets have emerged as a potential landing spot.
The young squad has rapidly transformed from an 11th-place team last year into the Western Conference’s No. 2 seed this season. While Houston is focused on its first-round playoff series against the Golden State Warriors, an early exit could push the team toward adding a star like Durant to accelerate their title aspirations.
A trade between Phoenix and Houston could be beneficial for both sides. The Rockets, featuring a strong young core, could pair Durant with emerging stars in an effort to contend immediately. Meanwhile, the Suns could prioritize acquiring young talent and draft assets to jumpstart their rebuilding process.
For now, Durant remains a member of the Phoenix Suns, but as the offseason approaches, speculation surrounding his next move continues to build. The NBA landscape could soon shift dramatically, depending on where the future Hall of Famer ultimately lands.
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