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NBA News / Phoenix Suns on SI / April 29

Could Suns Target Bucks Star This Offseason?

An imminent playoff exit for a former rival of the Phoenix Suns could have massive implications for the franchise moving forward - in potentially multiple ways.

Golden State Warriors News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Stephen Curry Passes Kevin Durant in Major Career Milestone After Warriors-Rockets Game 4

The Golden State Warriors looked to take advantage of being on their home court in Monday’s Game 4 matchup against the Houston Rockets as they tried to take a commanding lead in the series.

Phoenix Suns News / The SportsRush / April 29

Charles Barkley Disappointed By Kevin Durant’s Constant Unhappiness In Life

No one would deny that Kevin Durant is one of the greatest players of this era. The 36-year-old superstar has done it all in his 17 NBA seasons. He’s won two championships, he’s earned an MVP badge, and he’s been selected to the All-Star team 15 times.

Kevin Durant News / Athlon Sports / April 28

New Suns Report Provides Major Update on Kevin Durant Trade Talks

It was a terrible season for the Phoenix Suns as they never came close to reaching their lofty expectations. Of course, the Suns entered the season as

NBA News / Hoops Wire / April 28

Report: Spurs Already Being Linked To Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kevin Durant

The NBA offseason hasn’t started yet, but the San Antonio Spurs are already being linked to Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kevin Durant. NBA insider Jake Fischer says the Spurs would have interest in trading for Antetokounmpo or Durant this summer. The Milwaukee Bucks are down 3-1 to the Indiana Pacers in the first round of the 2025 NBA playoffs.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 28

Milwaukee Bucks' Playoff Failure Might Limit Phoenix Suns' Offseason Options

As the Phoenix Suns sit at home and watch the NBA playoffs, they are expected to be joined shortly by the Milwaukee Bucks, who are down 3-1 to the Indiana Pacers and will be without Damian Lillard, who tore his Achilles in Game 4.

NBA News / Phoenix Suns on SI / April 27

Are Grizzlies Realistic Landing Spot for Kevin Durant?

It is unknown completely what the trade market for Phoenix Suns superstar forward Kevin Durant will look like this offseason if Phoenix decides to move on from him, but it is clear it will likely be teams that feel Durant would bolster them into a championship contender.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 27

The Rockets Should Prioritize Giannis Antetokounmpo Over Kevin Durant Amid Trade Rumors

The Houston Rockets' success as a playoff team hasn't slowed down any anticipation regarding the offseason. The Rockets find themselves in a unique position—armed with young talent, draft assets, and financial flexibility to pursue a superstar.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / April 26

Suns Ripped in NBA Season Grades

Several outlets agreed about just how bad the Phoenix Suns' 2024-25 season was. Despite having the highest payroll in NBA history led by Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal, the Suns finished 36-46 and missed the playoffs for the first time since the 2019-20 season.

Phoenix Suns News / Phoenix Suns on SI / April 26

Report: Suns Want Maximum Value in Potential Kevin Durant Trade

It's no secret that the Phoenix Suns are likely going to trade away Kevin Durant after a very underwhelming 2024-25 season for the team. Durant still excelled

Phoenix Suns News / Hoops Wire / April 26

NBA Rumors: Kevin Durant, the Exit Plan, and Why a Coaching Change Doesn’t Change Much

So here we are again — Kevin Durant, regular-season flameout in the rearview, summer speculation ramping up, and another head coach likely walking into a buzzsaw with no paddle.

Phoenix Suns News / Athlon Sports / April 25

Blockbuster Trade Idea Sends Kevin Durant to East Team, Launches Suns Rebuild

It was a terrible season for the Phoenix Suns and they are expected to make some major changes in the offseason because of it. Of course, the Suns were expected to be a top team in the Western Conference this season and it looked as though that was going to be the case after their hot start.

Phoenix Suns News / San Antonio Spurs on SI / April 25

New Report on Phoenix Suns Asking Price for Kevin Durant Trade

The San Antonio Spurs might be in the market for another star this offseason to pair with Victor Wembanyama and De'Aaron Fox. Such a move could prove costly.

NBA News / Houston Rockets on SI / April 24

Rockets Named 'Surprise' Landing Spot For Kevin Durant

The Houston Rockets are mulling their options for what to do with the roster going into the offseason. Bleacher Report writer Eric Pincus believes that the Rockets could be a "surprise" landing spot for Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant.

San Antonio Spurs News / San Antonio Spurs on SI / April 23

Latest Report on San Antonio Spurs Trading for Kevin Durant

With the offseason underway, the San Antonio Spurs have some questions to answer. The young team fell short of the playoffs entirely for the second straight year with Victor Wembanyama, though extenuating circumstances accounted for all of it — De'Aaron Fox and Victor Wembanyama both missed significant time to close the season.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / April 23

NBA Trade Idea Sends Kevin Durant To Heat In Offseason

One NBA writer proposed that the Miami Heat trade for Phoenix Suns star small forward Kevin Durant this offseason. Greg Swartz of Bleacher Report proposed

NBA News / Hoops Wire / April 23

Report: Timberwolves, Knicks, Heat, Spurs Rank As Most Frequently Cited Potential Kevin Durant Trade Suitors

According to NBA insider Marc Stein, the Minnesota Timberwolves, New York Knicks, Miami Heat and San Antonio Spurs rank as the most frequently cited potential Kevin Durant trade suitors.

NBA News / New York Knicks on SI / April 23

Insider Names Knicks Top Trade Suitor For Kevin Durant

If and when one chase ends, another is set to begin for the New York Knicks. The Knicks, currently competing in the opening round of the Eastern Conference playoffs against the Detroit Pistons, continue to spin in the Kevin Durant rumor mill.

Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / April 18

How Suns can get under the 2nd Apron without trading Durant

The Phoenix Suns have a checklist entering the offseason, with the top bullet point being getting under the second apron. The new CBA implemented different aprons in an effort to create parity within the league by restricting teams with high payrolls.

Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / April 17

Suns GM addresses Kevin Durant’s future with team

The Phoenix Suns are due for one of the biggest offseason in recent memory, with how it plans to solve all the meticulous problems plaguing the team. On

Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / April 16

Suns Durant and Rockets have 'mutual interest' in working together

It’s a foregone conclusion that 15-time All-Star Kevin Durant will be traded this NBA offseason. The real question is, where? The Phoenix Suns began its Spring cleaning by firing head coach Mike Budenholzer, with the next goal to find Durant a new home that will help the franchise recoup a massive haul filled with picks and young players.

Kevin Durant News / Yardbarker / April 15

NBA insider implores Suns move on from Durant in offseason

NBA insider implores Suns move on from Kevin Durant in offseason

When the Suns traded for Kevin Durant midway through the 2023 season, they envisioned him helping the franchise contend for a championship. Following another failed attempt at achieving this goal, one insider believes it's time for the organization to move on from the former MVP.

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