NBA Trade Rumors Roundup: Latest Kevin Durant trade rumors, Lakers search for center, more
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www.nbcsports.comHere’s the latest on Kevin Durant trade activity, based on public reporting up to now.
- Durant traded to the Houston Rockets is the dominant storyline from mid-June 2025, with Phoenix Suns receiving a package that included Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the 2025 top-10 pick, and multiple future picks in various reports. This is the scenario most widely cited by insiders at the time.[1][2]
- Several sources note that Durant had expressed some openness to specific destinations (Rockets, Heat, Spurs, Timberwolves, Knicks) and that Phoenix was prioritizing the best return rather than honoring Durant’s preferred destination.[2][3][1]
- Lead-up coverage in mid-June 2025 described momentum for a deal, with multiple teams in play and Phoenix seeking maximum value; discussions were ongoing and could materialize within days according to Shams Charania’s reporting at the time.[3][1]
- A number of outlets around that period also discussed the possibility of other teams (Timberwolves, Heat, Knicks, Spurs) being in play, but consensus suggested the Suns controlled the trade process and were evaluating several offers rather than committing to a single destination.[1][2][3]
Illustration of how a typical KD trade unfolded in 2025:
- The Suns shop Durant with Rich Kleiman’s involvement, prioritizing the best package.
- A preferred destination emerges (e.g., Rockets) but teams must meet Phoenix’s return criteria.
- Trade finalization hinges on agreement on players/picks and salary-match terms.
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