NBA Storm: Durant s trade negotiations, multiple teams compete for the next home become a mystery

On June 17, as the NBA draft approaches, Durant's trade negotiations have also entered a white-hot stage. The latest KD next odds show that the Heat rose to the top with an odds of +200, becoming the number one hottest, with the Rockets (+250), Spurs (+300), Timberwolves (+350), and Raptors (+1200) following closely. The teams are undercurrents around Durant's trade, full of variables.

Judging from the trading intentions and bargaining chips of each team, the situation is complex and diverse. The Rockets' deal negotiations with Durant have attracted much attention. Rockets coach Uduka has a deep relationship with Durant and has worked with the Nets. Uduka intentionally used Jay Brown to exchange Durant when coaching the Celtics. The Rockets have the Suns’ No. 10 first-round pick of the Suns’ draft and the highest first-round picks in 2027 and 2029, which is very attractive to the Suns. However, Rockets general manager Stone's position needs to be clarified, and the Rockets are unwilling to send Amen Thompson and Shin Kyung away, and may send Jaylen Green, Jabbarry Smith, Ethan, Shepard and Whitmore may also become trading chips.

The Spurs and Durant also have intentions to cooperate. After choosing Chinese Ban Yama, the Spurs plan to strive for competitiveness in their third season, and the process accelerated after the trade was obtained by Fox. The Spurs hope to exclude Castle of the year from negotiations. They have the second pick and have more choices in the draft. Competitive executives believe that the Spurs' No. 14 picks obtained by the Hawks, as well as Barnes, Kelden-Johnson and Sohan are movable in the trading market, but there are still questions about whether Devin-Wasel is sent away, but theoretically the Spurs have assets to complete the transaction. The Timberwolves were Durant's powerful suitor and wanted him to partner with Edwards. But according to Shams, Durant had no intention of going there. The Timberwolves’ McDaniels is not sold, but the Suns are looking for center upgrades, and the Timberwolves can provide Gobert, Randall, Divinchenzo and No. 8 Show Dillingham may also become trading assets.

Heat were interested in Durant before the trading deadline and hoped that he would reunite with Adebayo and Spoelstra. The Suns have conducted a background check on Heat forward Wiggins, and the key to the deal may be whether the Heat are willing to send away 21-year-old center Weal, but the Suns record Gambadoro is not optimistic about the Heat's existing offer.

The Los Angeles Clippers are also interested in Durant. The Suns have conducted a background check on Clippers defender Norman Powell and want to poach Zubac, but the Clippers value Zubac and are unwilling to let go. If the Clippers want to win, Powell, Bogdan and Jones Jr. may become trading candidates, and the Clippers can theoretically provide unprotected first-round draft picks and draft swap rights. The Raptors are quietly fighting for stars like Durant, and are expected to evaluate the trading market of wingers RJ Barrett this summer and are willing to include the No. 9 draw in the trade. Previously, there were reports that they were willing to trade Barrett, Quickley and Pelter for Durant, which is a "dark horse".

In this Durant trade negotiation, many teams have their own ideas and bargaining chips. Which Durant will win will not only affect the future direction of each team, but will also have a profound impact on the league structure. As the draft is approaching, the final ending of this trading drama is undoubtedly the focus of all fans' attention, so let's wait and see.