Overview

• Bill Simmons has suggested that an agreement to send Kevin Durant to the Spurs may already be in place, with a formal announcement expected around draft week.
• The Suns are poised to break up their veteran core by trading Durant and Bradley Beal to focus their rebuild around Devin Booker, although Beal’s no-trade clause complicates deal-making.
• The Lakers face mounting pressure to bolster their frontcourt around Luka Doncic and are exploring trades for versatile bigs such as Lauri Markkanen and targeting free-agent centers like Myles Turner.
• Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future in Milwaukee remains uncertain after another first-round exit, leaving the Bucks with limited draft assets and roster depth to maneuver.
• The Houston Rockets are also viewed as potential suitors for Durant as they look to accelerate their Western Conference push.