The Minnesota Timberwolves' pursuit of Kevin Durant leading to the trade deadline was serious enough where they began calling rival teams to help facilitate a deal. The Wolves had to get under the NBA's second apron in order to aggregate contracts to acquire Durant and his $51 million contract. While Durant is more than a decade older than Anthony Edwards, the Wolves have … [Read more...] about Wolves Called Teams Trying To Get Under Second Apron As Part Of Kevin Durant Pursuit
Suns Receiving ‘Aggressive Trade Calls’ On Kevin Durant
Kevin Durant has not requested a trade from the Phoenix Suns and has been somewhat blindsided by reports that they have even entertained offers for him. The Suns and Golden State Warriors held talks this week, but Durant expressed his preference not to be traded back to his former franchise. Now, there are several teams continuing to call the Suns about Durant's potential … [Read more...] about Suns Receiving ‘Aggressive Trade Calls’ On Kevin Durant
Suns Move Bradley Beal Back Into Starting Lineup
The Phoenix Suns have moved guard Bradley Beal back into their starting lineup. Beal replaced guard Tyus Jones as a starter for the Suns game at the Chicago Bulls on Sunday. Ahead of the game, Phoenix head coach Mike Budenholzer said he still values Jones, who will play a big role off the bench. The Suns coach was simply looking for a way to get his team going, as they have … [Read more...] about Suns Move Bradley Beal Back Into Starting Lineup
Kevin Durant On Chris Paul: He Like Gimmicks
Kevin Durant and Chris Paul exchanged words multiple times in the second quarter of the San Antonio Spurs' win on Thursday over the Phoenix Suns. Durant and Paul were assessed with technical fouls with 3:17 left in the first half. "He like gimmicks," Durant said after the game. "He'll try anything to win a game. I think he was just trying to get in my head. I was heating up … [Read more...] about Kevin Durant On Chris Paul: He Like Gimmicks
Suns Trade Jusuf Nurkic, 2026 First Round Pick To Hornets For Cody Martin, Vasilije Micic
The Phoenix Suns have agreed to acquire Cody Martin, Vasilije Micic and a 2026 second round pick from the Charlotte Hornets for Jusuf Nurkic and a 2026 first round pick. Nurkic has been out of the Suns' rotation for several weeks as they have attempted to trade him. Nurkic is owed $19.4 million next season. Phoenix recently converted their 2031 first round pick into three first … [Read more...] about Suns Trade Jusuf Nurkic, 2026 First Round Pick To Hornets For Cody Martin, Vasilije Micic