Confirmed:Kevin Durant Announcement That He Is Leaving Phoenix Suns Today Brought Chaos To The Suns.
The New York Knicks have had a complicated relationship with Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant. There was a time when Durant was expected to land with the Knicks only to sign with the Brooklyn Nets in 2019.
Durant later cited the coolness level of the Knicks as one of the reasons he joined the team’s crosstown neighbor.
The Knicks appear to be cool again thanks to the growing star power of Jalen Brunson along with a strong supporting cast. Could New York consider breaking up this core group to make a run at adding another star like Durant.
The Volume’s Colin Cowherd and Jason Timpf discussed whether the Knicks could be a potential landing spot for Durant. Timpf believes the Knicks should attempt to build a trade package around Mitchell Robinson, Josh Hart and Donte DiVincenzo.
There would need to be some financial adjustments because this exact deal does not work within the salary cap constraints.
The sticking point in these hypothetical discussions could be OG Anunoby who the Suns would likely push for in any deal for Durant. This is all assuming that Phoenix at least explores potential trades for Durant, a decision that remains unclear. Anunoby’s upcoming player option would factor into any possible deal as well.
Durant still has two seasons remaining on a four-year, $194 million contract. Phoenix faces some difficult decisions as their bloated payroll netted zero playoff wins in 2024.