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Kevin Durant expounded upon his decision to express to the Golden State Warriors that he preferred not to be traded back to the franchise at the deadline. Durant not only wanted to see out the season with the Phoenix Suns, but also was concerned about the state of the Warriors' roster with a midseason blockbuster. "I want my career to end on my terms," said Durant on The … [Read more...] about Kevin Durant: I Want My Career To End On My Terms

While the Phoenix Suns did not trade Kevin Durant ahead of the 2025 trade deadline, a deal ending his tenure with the franchise appears inevitable. Durant was traded to the Suns by the Brooklyn Nets at the 2023 deadline and they won one series when they defeated the Los Angeles Clippers. "They're going to trade him," said Brian Windhorst on NBA Today on Wednesday. "And he knows … [Read more...] about Kevin Durant, Suns ‘Crystal Clear’ He’ll Be Traded In Offseason

Jimmy Butler and the Golden State Warriors opened up discussions on a contract extension on Wednesday, which led to his eventual trade there from the Miami Heat later in the evening. On Sunday, it was reported that Butler was not interested in extending with the Warriors. Since that time, however, the Phoenix Suns realized there was not a Bradley Beal trade to be made, and the … [Read more...] about Warriors Improved Jimmy Butler Extension Offer With Concern Heat, Suns Would Do Separate Kevin Durant Trade

The Minnesota Timberwolves' pursuit of Kevin Durant leading to the trade deadline was serious enough where they began calling rival teams to help facilitate a deal. The Wolves had to get under the NBA's second apron in order to aggregate contracts to acquire Durant and his $51 million contract. While Durant is more than a decade older than Anthony Edwards, the Wolves have … [Read more...] about Wolves Called Teams Trying To Get Under Second Apron As Part Of Kevin Durant Pursuit

Kevin Durant has not requested a trade from the Phoenix Suns and has been somewhat blindsided by reports that they have even entertained offers for him. The Suns and Golden State Warriors held talks this week, but Durant expressed his preference not to be traded back to his former franchise. Now, there are several teams continuing to call the Suns about Durant's potential … [Read more...] about Suns Receiving ‘Aggressive Trade Calls’ On Kevin Durant