{"id":116989,"date":"2025-06-22T19:55:11","date_gmt":"2025-06-22T19:55:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/116989\/"},"modified":"2025-06-22T19:55:11","modified_gmt":"2025-06-22T19:55:11","slug":"kevin-durant-trade-phoenix-suns-and-houston-rockets-both-win-spurs-miami-lose","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/116989\/","title":{"rendered":"Kevin Durant trade: Phoenix Suns and Houston Rockets both win; Spurs, Miami lose"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Jun 23, 2025 01:08 AM IST <\/p>\n

Kevin Durant was traded from the Phoenix Suns to the Houston Rockets for eight players in a blockbuster deal <\/p>\n

Kevin Durant was traded from the Phoenix Suns <\/a>to the Houston Rockets for eight players in a blockbuster deal, according to multiple reports on Sunday. Star guard Jalen Green and swingman Dillon Brooks, as well as the 10th pick in Wednesday’s NBA Draft and five future second-round picks, have been moved to the Suns.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"Kevin Kevin Durant has been traded to the Houston Rockets(AP) <\/p>\n

Durant will now join hands with a young Houston squad guided by coach Ime Udoka that finished 52-30, second in the Western Conference behind overall NBA leader Oklahoma City.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s a breakdown of the winners and losers in this blockbuster dealWinners<\/p>\n

Phoenix Suns: The Suns gained much-needed flexibility by offloading Durant\u2019s contract. With three first-round picks, including the 2025 No. 10, and eight future second-rounders, owner Mat Ishbia can retool a roster that underperformed in recent playoffs. Jalen Green could replace Devin Booker if the latter goes ahead with a trade. Trading Durant, despite his elite production (27.1 PPG in 2024-25), allows a fresh start after years of postseason struggles.<\/p>\n

Read More: \u2018We have to be better\u2019: Chet Holmgren vows to bounce back for Thunder\u2019s game 7 in quest for NBA title<\/a><\/p>\n

Houston Rockets: The Rockets vaulted into championship contention by adding Durant to a rising roster under coach Ime Udoka. Durant\u2019s scoring prowess (two-time Finals MVP) complements Alperen Sengun\u2019s playmaking, creating a potent duo. Young talents like Amen Thompson and Jabari Smith Jr. will benefit from Durant\u2019s veteran presence in high-stakes games. Houston\u2019s physical, defense-first style, already a top-10 unit, could dominate the West with Durant\u2019s clutch scoring, positioning them for a deep playoff run.<\/p>\n

Losers<\/p>\n

Miami Heat: Miami aggressively pursued Durant to fill the void left by Jimmy Butler\u2019s trade to Golden State. Pat Riley\u2019s failure to land Durant leaves the Heat without a superstar to anchor their roster, forcing a pivot to either lesser trade targets or a rebuilding year to clear cap space for 2026.\u00a0<\/p>\n

San Antonio Spurs (Victor Wembanyama): The Spurs aimed to pair Durant with Victor Wembanyama, envisioning a mentorship akin to Chris Paul\u2019s role in 2024-25. Durant\u2019s size, scoring, and versatility would have been a perfect model for Wembanyama\u2019s development.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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