Overview

• The Suns and Durant’s agent Rich Kleiman have met several times this week to evaluate trade options for the veteran forward.
• Five title-contending teams—the San Antonio Spurs, Houston Rockets, Miami Heat, Minnesota Timberwolves and New York Knicks—have expressed interest despite reports the Knicks may refrain from a full pursuit.
• DraftKings Sportsbook lists the Spurs as the -160 favorite, implying a 61.5 percent chance to acquire Durant, with the Rockets next at +600 odds.
• If traded, Durant will be eligible for a two-year extension worth up to $112 million starting July 6, with up to $124 million available if signed six months later.
• Under new GM Brian Gregory and coach Jordan Ott, Phoenix is shifting toward a defensive-minded rebuild and aims to finalize a deal before the June 25 draft.