Kevin Durant would be consulted on any trade discussions involving him this summer


League sources said that Durant and Rich Kleiman, the 15-time All-Star’s agent and business partner, would be consulted on any trade discussions involving him this summer. Durant has one season remaining on his contract and would be eligible to sign a two-year, $122 million extension with a team that acquires him, providing him significant power to influence a potential trade destination.
Source: ESPN

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“My opinion on that does not matter.”
Kevin Durant on whether tussle between Mason Plumlee and Steven Adams warranted ejections for both guys.
Didn’t think it had impact on Suns 111-104 loss to Rockets.
What did?
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SGA becomes the fastest player in Thunder/SuperSonics history to reach 10K points, passing Kevin Durant ⚡
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Final: HOU 111, PHX 104
Beal: 25 Pts, 9-14 FG, 7-7 FT
Durant: 19 Pts, 7 Reb, 8-12 FG
Booker: 19 Pts, 4 Ast, 7-15 FG
Ighodaro: 8 Pts, 6 Reb, 4 Blk, 4-4 FG
Green: 29-7-4-3, 8-16 FG – 10:23 PM
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Durant has checked out the game.
Suns down 105-91 with 5:15 left in the 4th. #Suns10:13 PM
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander got to 10,000 career Thunder points faster than Kevin Durant. pic.x.com/rlvi5AkTbg9:16 PM

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SGA passed Kevin Durant to become the fastest player in Thunder/SuperSonics history to reach 10k points 🔥 pic.x.com/NGba0bVuc29:14 PM

Gerald Bourguet @GeraldBourguet
Halftime: HOU 57, PHX 52
Beal: 13 Pts, 2 Ast, 6-11 FG
Durant: 9 Pts, 4-6 FG
Booker: 10 Pts, 3 Ast, 4-7 FG
Green: 15 Pts, 4 Reb, 2 Stl, 6-10 FG
Get ready for lots of Oso Ighodaro and small-ball after Mason Plumlee’s ejection! – 9:08 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
Suns challenge successful, turned into offensive foul on Sengun, who they ruled put his hand on Durant’s shoulder on the dunk attempt. #Suns9:07 PM
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Bol Bol just tried a behind the back pass and it led to a turnover.
Before that, Brooks just pushed Durant in the chest as they ran down the court. #Suns9:05 PM
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Durant turnover. Green layup.
Durant miss. Green 3.
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Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
Ighodaro block, receives congratulatory tap on chest from Kevin Durant.
Suns up 25-21 late in 1st quarter. #Suns8:29 PM
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Suns starting lineup at Rockets:
Bradley Beal
Devin Booker
Royce O’Neale
Kevin Durant
Mason Plumlee #Suns7:34 PM
David Hardisty @clutchfans
Rockets starting lineup:
G – Fred VanVleet
G – Jalen Green
F – Dillon Brooks
F – Tari Eason
C – Alperen Sengun
Suns:
G – Devin Booker
G – Bradley Beal
F – Royce O’Neale
F – Kevin Durant
C – Mason Plumlee – 7:33 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
Mike Budenholzer said Nick Richards and Bol Bol haven’t played much in 2nd halves of recent games, noting Dallas and Memphis went small.
“There’s basically been no other centers on the court.”
Added Suns have had success playing Kevin Durant or Royce O’Neale at the five. #Suns pic.x.com/2EOulyz2zf7:29 PM
Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
Mike Budenholzer said Nick Richards and Bol Bol haven’t played in 2nd halves of recent games, noting Dallas and Memphis went small.
“There’s basically been no other centers on the court.”
Added Suns have had success playing Kevin Durant or Royce O’Neale at the five. #Suns pic.x.com/i5jDR11Mrm7:27 PM

Duane Rankin @DuaneRankin
Physicality.
That’s how Rockets coach Ime Udoka wants Houston to defend Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal in tonight’s game.
Suns were w/o Booker and Beal in their last meeting Phoenix lost before #NBAAllStar2025 break.
Durant committed seven turnovers. Udoka noted pic.x.com/TDpxxC0k8e7:22 PM

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“We all know Kevin Durant is gone this summer. … They have nothing really to play for.” 😬
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Barring a drastic late-season turnaround for the Suns, there is anticipation around the league that Phoenix will entertain trade offers for Durant again this summer. “I’ll just say that we’re going to evaluate in the offseason,” Ishbia said. “We’re going to find a way to win, and it’s probably a lot easier winning with Kevin Durant than without him. But at the same time, yes, if we’re not good enough in this iteration of the Phoenix Suns, we’re going to find a way to be better next year. ” -via ESPN / March 14, 2025
The Suns had also discussed frameworks of potential Durant trades with the Timberwolves, Miami Heat and Rockets, according to league sources, some of whom also mentioned the New York Knicks as a potential fit. Rockets sources told ESPN their discussions with Phoenix were initiated by the Suns. -via ESPN / March 14, 2025
Boardroom, the sports media and entertainment brand co-founded by NBA star Kevin Durant and his longtime manager Rich Kleiman, is betting that there is room for a premium membership opportunity in the sports space. The company is planning to launch what it is calling Boardroom Members Club, which will combine in-person experiences, unique opportunities and gifts, and a digital platform, to create a compelling value proposition for what Kleiman hopes will be an ambitious set of members. -via The Hollywood Reporter / March 14, 2025





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