While perennial All-Stars Anthony Davis, Jimmy Butler and Luka Doncic found new homes at the 2025 NBA Trade Deadline, one superstar who somewhat surprisingly stayed put was Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant.

An NBA analyst recently pitched a trade that would send Kevin Durant from the Phoenix Suns to a 'rising' Western Conference team.

Kevin Durant arrived in Phoenix as the ultimate introductory splash for new Suns team owner Mat Ishbia, who dealt Mikal Bridges, Cam Johnson, Jae Crowder and four future unprotected first-round picks to Brooklyn for the superstar right before the 2023 trade deadline.

If the Suns choose to move on from Durant, they must navigate the offseason with care. Potential trades would need to bring back viable assets without hampering long-term flexibility. The outcome of this season could catalyze these discussions, forcing Phoenix to reassess its trajectory and long-term outlook.

The Phoenix Suns (29-33) are looking for their second straight win as they open a four-game road trip against the Denver Nuggets (40-22) on Friday, airing on ESPN at 8 p.m. This is the last matchup of the four-game series against the Nuggets,

After the Phoenix Suns reportedly shopped Kevin Durant in this year's trade deadline, it's become clear to many around the league the relationship comes to end this offseason. Now, we've gotten an update to what the Suns may ask for in return.

The Phoenix Suns fought valiantly against the Denver Nuggets, battling back from a 21-point deficit to force overtime. Kevin Durant’s clutch three-pointer at the buzzer extended the game, a testament to the team’s resilience.