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With the news of Kevin Durant being traded to the Houston Rockets, there was no doubt that the deal had sent shockwaves throughout the basketball world. As fans got to see Durant’s reaction to the Rockets trade on stage at Fanatics Fest, he spoke with Kay Adams shortly after in what appears to be one […]

On the day of Game 7 of the NBA Finals, the NBA didn’t want to wait until tip-off to steal the headlines. Instead, the biggest move of the NBA offseason so far dropped on the morning of the biggest game of the year as Kevin Durant was traded from the Phoenix Suns to the Houston […]

When the Phoenix Suns traded Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets, it felt like it was only a matter of time. However, trading a superstar and receiving Jalen Green back is a presents quite the opportunity. It’ll be interesting for the Suns to decide what direction they want to go. After all, they still have […]

After weeks and weeks of discussions, the Kevin Durant trade is finally in the books. The Houston Rockets won the sweepstakes for the former league MVP, landing him in a blockbuster trade from the Phoenix Suns in exchange for a package centered around Jalen Green. The full details of the trade are as follows. Rockets […]

Despite some saying that the Miami Heat had the “most enticing” offer for Kevin Durant, the active pursuit has come to an end as the star has been traded to the Houston Rockets. As the Heat look at fallback options after Durant, there have been reports talking about what the team offered the Phoenix Suns […]

On Sunday afternoon, the Kevin Durant trade saga came to an end when the Phoenix Suns dealt the superstar to the Houston Rockets in exchange for a package including Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, and draft compensation. The deal, originally reported by Shams Charania of ESPN, gives the Rockets a chance to compete for an NBA […]

With the recent bombshell development of the Phoenix Suns trading away Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets, the 15-time NBA All-Star will join a new venture with a new team with the same goal in mind. With his latest Nike KD 18 signature sneakers in full production, the addition of this upcoming “Atomic Pink” colorway […]

Kevin Durant will have a very interesting extension decision after his blockbuster move to the Houston Rockets. The former Phoenix Suns’ superstar has found a new home on a team built to win now. Houston decided to open its championship window Sunday afternoon, dealing Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the No. 10 overall pick, and five […]

After months of rumors, the Phoenix Suns finally managed to trade Kevin Durant, sending him to the Houston Rockets in a blockbuster deal on Sunday afternoon. In return, the Suns landed Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the No. 10 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, and five future second-round picks. While Durant being on the […]

On Sunday afternoon, the Phoenix Suns officially ended the Kevin Durant trade sweepstakes by dealing the superstar to the Houston Rockets, per Shams Charania of ESPN. The Rockets sent back a package including Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, five second round picks, and this year’s number ten overall picks. Let’s take a look at where these […]

On Sunday afternoon, the Phoenix Suns shook up the NBA world by trading superstar Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets, as reported by ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania. In return, the Suns got Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the number ten pick in this year’s NBA Draft, and five future second-round picks. While a Durant trade […]

On Sunday afternoon, the Houston Rockets shook up the NBA world by trading for Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant, per Shams Charania of ESPN. In return, Houston gave up Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the number ten pick in this year’s draft, and five second round picks. While Dillon Brooks may not have been the deadlining […]

In shocking news on Sunday, the Houston Rockets have traded for Kevin Durant in what ends a long saga, resulting in the 36-year-old star finishing his stint with the Phoenix Suns. As the Rockets have been in rumors for Durant, a video has revealed the forward’s reaction to the news in real-time. According to a […]

The Phoenix Suns are trading 15-time All-Star and two-time Finals MVP Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets for Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the 10th pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, and five second-round picks, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. Houston is trading the 59th pick in this year’s draft, two second-round picks in 2026, […]

The Kevin Durant trade talks between the Phoenix Suns and other teams are heating up after weeks of discussions about a potential deal for the aging superstar, and now it’s getting close to decision time. Understandably, the Suns would want a deal to get done before Wednesday’s NBA Draft so they can focus their full […]

One of the biggest trade candidates heading into the 2025 NBA offseason is Kevin Durant, as it seems inevitable the Phoenix Suns will move on from him. To this point, though, they haven’t received an offer that has piqued their interest, which has created quite a bit of suspense ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft. […]

As the NBA Draft approaches, the biggest question still remaining in the NBA offseason is where Kevin Durant will land. Ever since the end of the Phoenix Suns season this year, it has felt like Durant is on the way out and was likely to be traded. A few weeks into talks, it was revealed […]

There was a time not too long ago when the Phoenix Suns were the envy of the Western Conference. They had acquired Kevin Durant, paired him with Devin Booker and eventually added Bradley Beal. As such, the Suns positioned themselves for a title run. That era now feels like a mirage. Instead of basking in […]

What forces an NBA player to lie? Is it to protect their teammates or their image? Perhaps, they don’t want to keep addressing the same thing over and over again with the press or on social media. Whatever the case, either Kevin Durant or one of his past teammates recently hit DeMarcus Cousins with a […]

As the Miami Heat continue to be linked to a potential trade for Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant, the franchise may also be eyeing a familiar complementary piece in the process. According to NBA insiders Jake Fischer and Marc Stein, Miami has expressed interest in Suns swingman Cody Martin, who could emerge as part of […]

The Toronto Raptors’ offseason could turn out to be interesting, whether it involves the draft, trades or free agency. However, it won’t end up with them departing from Jakob Poeltl for Kevin Durant. Durant made it clear to the Phoenix Suns the three teams he would prefer to play for. They are the Miami Heat, […]

The offseason has not YET officially begun for every NBA team. Regardless, this year’s Kevin Durant trade saga has the league’s attention, with the New York Knicks reportedly ‘making it clear’ that they would not be pursuing the future Hall of Famer. Parties that have demonstrated recent interest include the Miami Heat, Toronto Raptors, Houston […]

Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant is expected to be on the move this summer, but for the time being, he’s staying busy off the court. KD has bought a minority share in Champions League winners PSG, per ESPN. He’s making the purchase alongside business partner Rich Kleiman. The two own the company Boardroom together. “Under […]

All eyes this NBA offseason are on what the Phoenix Suns will do with Kevin Durant. The Suns are desperate for roster and salary cap flexibility, and trading Durant offers them the best path. The Houston Rockets offer the best path toward making a fair deal for both sides, but more negotiation is needed to […]

Wherever Kevin Durant ends up is anyone’s guess. The Phoenix Suns may look for a trade deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves if all the pieces of the puzzle align. Meanwhile, he has some scores to settle with whatever time he may have left with the Suns. On Friday, the parody account NBA Central posted a […]

As Kevin Durant trade discussions intensify across the league, the Miami Heat continue to emerge as one of the most viable landing spots for the Phoenix Suns star. However, despite Miami’s strong positioning and persistent interest, a key piece may still be missing from their offer. According to ClutchPoints’ Brett Siegel, league personnel believe Miami […]

No matter where you look around the NBA, every team is fully engaged in something. The NBA Finals are heading to a Game 7 on Sunday night. The first round of the 2025 NBA Draft will begin on Wednesday night. Not long after the draft, the free agency window will open, and teams can start […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves are closer than ever to breaking into true championship territory. However, despite two straight seasons of postseason growth, they still fell short. Now, with a generational scorer possibly on the move again, Minnesota faces its most critical decision yet. Kevin Durant, even at age 36, still represents one of the most dangerous […]

The Kevin Durant sweepstakes are in full swing, as the Phoenix Suns look to find a landing spot for their franchise star of two and a half years. Among the rumored teams interested are the Miami Heat, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Houston Rockets, but it remains to be seen whether any of them will reach the […]

An analyst dropped an interesting take on the Kevin Durant to the Minnesota Timberwolves saga. The 15-time All-Star is seemingly on the trading block, and several teams are interested. The future Hall of Famer is still a terrific player who can help many franchises in their title aspirations. One team linked to Durant was the […]

While all the trade rumors surrounding Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant continue, one of the teams mentioned as a preferred destination is the Miami Heat. With some reports saying the Heat could have the “most enticing” offer for Durant, there could be some discussion as to why the 36-year-old would want to join a team […]

The San Antonio Spurs may be the most interesting team to pay attention to in the next week leading up to the 2025 NBA Draft. The franchise has a lot of options, and they could very well be the team that trades for Kevin Durant. San Antonio owns the No. 2 overall pick in the […]

The San Antonio Spurs are currently viewed as the frontrunners for Kevin Durant’s services this offseason. However, there are plenty of considerations. Durant has reportedly earmarked the Spurs, the Miami Heat, and the Houston Rockets as his preferred destinations. On the other hand, the Phoenix Suns are eyeing their options and will hold out for the […]

The Houston Rockets are knocking on the door of contention. After years of rebuilding, stockpiling assets, and developing young talent, the franchise is finally in a position to make a bold move. And there may be no bolder move this offseason than acquiring future Hall of Famer Kevin Durant. Note that the Suns are entering […]

Kevin Durant may not be at his peak anymore, but he remains one of the most efficient and skilled scorers in the NBA. For a San Antonio Spurs team on the verge of a renaissance, the chance to land a former MVP and two-time Finals MVP is the kind of opportunity that can transform them […]

After the Memphis Grizzlies traded Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic, many are wondering what will be next for the franchise. They were able to get a nice haul in return for Bane, and there are a lot of things that they can do with those assets. One of those things could be trading for […]

With the speculation around a possible sign-and-trade for Jonathan Kuminga, there is more reason to believe that the status of star Kevin Durant will heavily impact the uncertainty around the Golden State Warriors’ star. While Kuminga seems to have a harsh reality of a dwindling trade market due to other pursuits by teams, among other […]

During a community event in Austin, Texas, San Antonio Spurs forward Harrison Barnes met with the media. Upon getting asked about his possible inclusion in a potential trade for Kevin Durant, a Spurs media relations employee shut down the question before the reporter could finish it. “No, we’re not doing any trade talk. Sorry,” the […]

One of the biggest stories in the NBA offseason is what will happen with Kevin Durant. The Phoenix Suns have put KD on the trading block because he is the only viable option the team can move to get pieces back and draft pick flexibility. One of the teams running for Durant is the Miami […]