Kevin Durant’s days with the Phoenix Suns are seemingly numbered after several rumors suggested he was mentioned in trade conversations around the NBA. The two-time NBA champion hasn’t been able to lead Phoenix to the promised land, which can prompt his divorce from the franchise.
With one year left on his current deal, Durant will likely play out this contract on a different team. According to Chris Mannix of Sports Illustrated, the Houston Rockets are a strong option for Durant to continue his career. The reporter added that the interest is mutual between the veteran and the Texan franchise.
“It’s no secret that Phoenix will split with Kevin Durant this summer. Durant has one year left on his contract and even approaching 37 still has incredibly high value. I think—and this is just my opinion—that Durant wants to wind up in Houston. I think if the Rockets wanted Durant before the trade deadline, it would have happened. Durant has a lot of respect for Ime Udoka and in Houston he could be a missing piece to a title contender. I’d keep an eye on that after this season.”
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— Sam Amico (@AmicoHoops) March 22, 2025
Durant was traded to the Suns ahead of the 2023 trade deadline. He’s tried to win another championship, but his efforts haven’t been enough. The Suns lost 4-2 to the eventual champions Denver Nuggets in 2023’s second round of the playoffs before being swept by the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round in 2024.
Forming another super team in Phoenix hasn’t helped the former Golden State Warriors champion relive old glories. He still has a lot left on the tank to make the Rockets championship contenders.