Kevin Durant is once again at the center of trade talks, and with the NBA Draft just days away, the Phoenix Suns are likely to move him. But this time, the reasons behind the teams’ interest are not what fans expect. Some teams want him to help on the court, but others see him more as a marketing tool.
”There are a couple of teams that think maybe Durant could help get them over the hump as a No. 2 option,” one Eastern Conference scout told Hoops Wire. ”But I understand that the most interested teams are the evil ones… Most teams that want him want to sell some jerseys.”
Durant linked himself to the Miami Heat, Houston Rockets, San Antonio Spurs, and Minnesota Timberwolves. Those are his preferred spots, but the Suns may trade him elsewhere.
At 36, Durant still offers scoring and experience, but doubts remain about his ability to carry a team.” He is a good guy and a great teammate,” scouts added.” But he always has one eye on the door.”. Some teams may view him as a short-term draw for fans, not a long-term solution. “A team could take him as a rental to move merchandise for a year, and that’s not a terrible idea. Just don’t mortgage the future,” the sources warned.
Kevin Durant Trade Draws Interest, But Not Just To Win
In the past, Durant leveraged when asking for trades. This time, the Suns may hold the power. They are open to sending him whenever they get the best offer, even if it’s not among his top choices. For some struggling teams, trading for Durant could bring more fans and jersey sales, even if they are not close to contending.
With the draft on June 26, teams have a short window to act. Durant’s name still grabs headlines, but not every team chasing him is looking to win now. Some want the limelight.
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