Overview

• The Suns have received underwhelming proposals from Durant’s preferred destinations—the Spurs, Rockets and Heat—and remain unsatisfied with current offers.
• A Timberwolves package centered on Rudy Gobert and Donte DiVincenzo is regarded as the most impactful bid so far but faces a deal-breaker since Durant refuses to join Minnesota.
• Phoenix’s leverage has eroded because of Durant’s age and trade request, prompting league sources to say the team may need to lower its asking price.
• San Antonio, despite being Durant’s top choice and holding the No. 2 overall pick, has been cautious in negotiations and has yet to present a compelling offer.
• If no acceptable deal materializes before the NBA draft, the Suns could decide to keep Durant for the 2025-26 season rather than part with him on unfavorable terms.