The New York Knicks made it clear that they won't be pursuing a trade for Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant this offseason, but he reportedly would've welcomed the opportunity to be shipped to the Big Apple.

Timberwolves reportedly interested in pursuing Kevin Durant trade with Suns, but are not willing to include Jaden McDaniels

NBA insider discusses the Suns' hesitation to trade with the Rockets, despite Kevin Durant's expressed desire.

Sunday's unexpected trade involving Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane heading to the Orlando Magic could have an impact on the Phoenix Suns' potential return in a swap for Kevin Durant.

Instead, they may make a run at Kevin Durant, with ESPN’s Brian Windhorst and Tim Bontemps calling the Clippers a “team to watch” in the Durant sweepstakes. It’s an interesting idea: A Durant, Harden, Kawhi Leonard and Ivica Zubac core could be very interesting, if it can stay healthy.

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Minnesota Timberwolves are reportedly taking a firm stance on a key young player in the Kevin Durant trade discussions

"The Miami Heat, San Antonio Spurs and Houston Rockets are 15-time All-Star Kevin Durant's preferred trade destinations out of Phoenix, sources tell ESPN. Those across the NBA have been made aware in recent days that those are the three teams that Durant would commit to long-term.

While the Knicks could offer the Suns a center like Mitchell Robinson or Karl-Anthony Towns, Phoenix likely wants draft capital in a return for Durant. New York is a little strapped for draft picks after acquiring forward Mikal Bridges last offseason.

The Kevin Durant trade sweepstakes are starting to get momentum ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft as three teams are at the top of his list. Per ESPN’s Shams Charania, the Heat, Spurs and Rockets are Durant’s preferred trade destinations. Charania reports that Durant would sign long-term extensions with each of those franchises.

The Timberwolves continue to top the rankings for the most popular Kevin Durant destination, and Zach Lowe cemented it with the top spot in the buzz rankings.