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Spurs Poised to Land Kevin Durant as Bucks Rule Out Antetokounmpo Trade

Franchises are navigating tight salary-cap limits to reshape their lineups during a heated offseason

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Jaren Jackson Jr. #13 of the Memphis Grizzlies handles the ball against Myles Turner #33 of the Indiana Pacers during the game at FedExForum on January 29, 2023 in Memphis, Tennessee.
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Overview

  • NBA analyst Bill Simmons has suggested the Spurs and Suns have agreed in principle to send Kevin Durant to San Antonio, with an official announcement expected around draft week
  • ESPN insider Brian Windhorst reports there is no active trade market for Giannis Antetokounmpo and that the Bucks have not sought offers or received a trade request from the star forward
  • Facing luxury-tax pressures, the Celtics are evaluating offers for Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis, and analysts note Boston may need to include extra draft assets to move Porzingis
  • The Athletic’s Jovan Buha warns the Lakers face urgent pressure to bolster their frontcourt around Luka Doncic before his contract extension window opens
  • League insiders expect the Suns to part with Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal this offseason to rebuild their lineup around Devin Booker under new coach Jordan Ott