Overview

• NBA insider Shams Charania says trade discussions with the Houston Rockets, Miami Heat and Minnesota Timberwolves have gained serious traction and could conclude in the next few days.
• Phoenix is seeking to acquire young contributors and first-round picks as it rebuilds around Devin Booker after missing the playoffs.
• Any team pursuing Durant must factor in his final year on a four-year, $166 million deal and the possibility of negotiating an extension.
• Miami has shown reluctance to include rising center Kel’el Ware in its package, while Minnesota may need to part with Julius Randle or Naz Reid to meet Phoenix’s valuation.
• Stephen A. Smith has cautioned owner Mat Ishbia that the Suns must net substantial assets rather than simply facilitate Durant’s departure.