Report: Kevin Durant set to join new team, departure from Suns to be announced soon

Kevin Durant, one of the brightest talents in the NBA, is rumored to be departing from the Phoenix Suns following their disappointing playoff miss. As speculation mounts over his next potential franchise, reports are surfacing with significant details on Durant’s future and possible negotiations.

Several teams have reportedly shown interest in acquiring Durant for the upcoming season. Amidst these rumors, NBA insider Bill Simmons has sparked intrigue with his latest revelation. According to Simmons, a franchise that underperformed this past season may already have arrangements underway to announce Durant as part of their roster.

In a compelling update on “The Bill Simmons Podcast,” the insider hinted at Durant’s possible move to the San Antonio Spurs for the 2025-2026 season. “I wouldn’t be surprised if KD to the Spurs is done already, and they just haven’t announced it,” Simmons asserted.

Simmons further speculated that the announcement could coincide with the NBA Draft in the upcoming months. “It seems they’ve agreed on specifics and plan to reveal it during draft week. This strategy mirrors the Giannis scenario. Trading for KD may prove more economical,” Simmons elaborated.

Will Durant impact the Spurs’ future?

Simmons didn’t stop there; he ventured a bold prediction about the Spurs’ future with Durant. With the Spurs holding prime draft pick positions, the acquisition of Durant could significantly bolster their playoff ambitions.

“They’ll be genuinely competitive, potentially advancing a couple of rounds in the playoffs while retaining the No. 2 pick. That’s my forecast,” he commented. With that scenario, the Spurs could be making a great step closer to have a better performance next season.

Stephen A. Smith’s take on Durant’s likely landing spots

While Simmons appears confident in the Spurs’ positioning to land Durant, ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith offers a contrasting perspective. Smith has identified his top five preferred destinations for Durant next season, noticeably excluding the San Antonio Spurs.

As these analyses reflect differing opinions on Durant’s trajectory, basketball fans await official announcements with bated breath, keen to see how the next chapter in Suns standout’s illustrious career unfolds.

Smith’s top 5 destinations for Kevin Durant next season:

1. New York Knicks
2. Houston Rockets
3. Minnesota Timberwolves
4. Detroit Pistons
5. Miami Heat