BREAKING: ESPN Insider Names Miami Heat Among Teams Phoenix Suns Are “Most Focused” On for Kevin Durant Trade
A major shift in the NBA trade landscape may be on the horizon, as ESPN insider Adrian Wojnarowski reports that the Phoenix Suns are “most focused” on the Miami Heat as a potential trade partner in a blockbuster deal involving superstar forward Kevin Durant.
According to Wojnarowski, while several teams have expressed interest in Durant amid growing tension in Phoenix following another early playoff exit, the Suns’ front office views Miami as an ideal landing spot—both in terms of assets and Durant’s reported preferences.
*Why Miami?*
– *Durant’s Interest*: Durant has long admired Miami’s culture, competitive edge, and front office stability under Pat Riley. The Heat were also on his short list during his previous trade saga in Brooklyn.
– *Strong Trade Package*: Miami has assets Phoenix covets. A potential package could include Tyler Herro, Jaime Jaquez Jr., multiple first-round picks, and salary fillers like Duncan Robinson or Kyle Lowry (if needed for cap matching).
– *Championship Fit*: The Heat are looking to pair Durant with Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo to form a formidable Big Three, capable of contending immediately in the East.