Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant reportedly wanted to be traded to the New York Knicks this summer, but the feeling wasn't mutual, per Marc J. Spears of Andscape.

Durant reportedly has a wishlist (the Spurs, Rockets and Heat reportedly are on it), and with his expiring contract, he has a bit of leverage to get the deal he wants. But he is 37, not 27, and the threat of him passing on a lucrative two-year extension doesn't hold quite the same weight it once would.

As Kevin Durant trade talks intensify around the league, the Spurs have suspiciously gone quiet. The latest on San Antonio's trade pursuit.

ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania sparked a wave of speculation with his reaction to Iman Shumpert's suggestion that the San Antonio Spurs would be the best landing spot for Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant.

Kevin Durant reportedly wanted to join either the Celtics or the Knicks at the trade deadline. He didn't get his wish.

During the 2024-25 NBA season with Phoenix, Durant averaged 26.6 points per game to go along with six rebounds, 4.2 assists, and 1.2 blocks in 62 games. He also shot 52.7 percent from the floor and knocked down 43 percent of his three-point attempts.

Either the San Antonio Spurs or the Houston Rockets could pretty easily end the Kevin Durant trade sweepstakes with a single phone call. Durant wants to play for them -- perhaps S

The Suns have “no leverage” in part because of Durant's age and because he wants to start fresh elsewhere, league sources say. The idea of Durant returning to a team that entertained deals for him before the 2025 trade deadline isn’t a pleasant one.

NBA superstar Kevin Durant reportedly wanted to join the Boston Celtics before the trade deadline this past season.

Jimmy Butler, Kevin Durant Turn Heads With Offseason Move, Spark Warriors Rumors originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler had a successful partial campaign following the trade deadline. It didn't take long for the former Miami Heat star to get comfortable alongside Stephen Curry and the rest of the squad.