Suns, Kevin Durant’s camp Exploring Trade Options

‍ ⁣ Updated June 12, 2025

The Phoenix Suns and Kevin Durant are collaborating⁢ on potential trade ⁣destinations, with multiple meetings occurring recently between the team and Rich ‍Kleiman, Durant’s business⁢ partner and Boardroom CEO. Sources ⁣indicate the two parties are expected to work together to find a suitable new team ⁢for the⁣ star forward.

Several teams have already expressed interest in acquiring Durant, including the Houston Rockets, San Antonio Spurs, miami Heat, Minnesota Timberwolves, and New York Knicks. According to sources, other “wild-card” teams have also inquired about Durant in recent days.⁤ The potential Kevin Durant trade is generating significant buzz around the league.

The possibility of a Durant trade has been anticipated by NBA teams since the Suns engaged in trade ‍talks before the February deadline.⁢ These conversations ⁤are expected ⁣to intensify ⁢before the NBA draft later this month. Durant’s⁣ contract, ⁢worth ‍$54.7 million⁢ for the 2025-26 season,gives him⁢ considerable influence in shaping his future.

Durant will be eligible to sign ⁣a two-year⁣ extension worth up to $122 ‍million ‍once traded, beginning July 6. Waiting six months post-trade⁢ could increase the extension value to $124 million. The NBA free agency market ⁣is set to expand significantly in the summer of 2026, with numerous teams gaining⁣ cap space.

Earlier this year, Durant rejected a potential trade to the Golden State Warriors, ⁣expressing his desire to remain with the Suns. Though, this time, the sides are expected to collaborate on finding his next team. The⁣ Suns’ willingness to⁢ engage in⁢ Kevin Durant trade ⁢discussions marks a significant shift.

Despite‍ turning 37⁣ in September, Durant remains a top-tier player. This season, he⁢ earned his 15th⁢ All-Star selection, averaging 26.6 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 4.2 assists in 62 games. He has consistently averaged at least ⁢25 points while shooting above 50% from the field and 40% from 3-point range for three consecutive seasons, a feat unmatched in NBA history. Durant also led‍ the NBA in shooting ⁣percentage ‍on⁣ jumpers (49.7%), midrange shots (53.1%),⁤ and off-the-dribble jumpers (50.9%).

The Suns⁢ finished the season⁢ with a 36-46 record, placing 11th in the western Conference despite⁢ having the league’s highest payroll. This led to organizational changes, ⁣including the appointment of Brian Gregory as the new general manager and the⁢ hiring of Jordan Ott ⁤as head coach.

Since joining Phoenix in a February⁢ 2023 trade, Durant has averaged 26.8 points per game, the highest in Suns history.

What’s next

The Suns and Durant’s representatives will continue discussions, with trade talks⁢ expected to accelerate as the NBA draft approaches. The ⁢focus ‍will be on finding a destination that aligns with Durant’s long-term goals and the Suns’ ⁢rebuilding strategy.