The Heat increased its bid to chase Durant! The Suns heart-warming chips are exposed, 37-year-old KD may join the Heat to win the championship

On June 16, famous reporter Marc Stein reported that the Heat once again officially started its pursuit of Durant.

Stein added that from the Suns' perspective, the Heat's chips may be the one that touched them the most.

Previously, Shams reported that the Heat were also among the next family Durant liked.

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Judging from the current news, the Heat's pursuit of Durant has indeed entered a more substantial stage, and this time it seems that there is a better chance of reaching a deal than before. Stein's report mentioned that the Suns are more tempted by the chips provided by the Heat, which may be related to the Heat's willingness to produce a combination of young players and draft picks, such as Herro and Dunro's immediate combat power, as well as future first-round picks. The Heat's attitude is very clear. They want Durant to strengthen the forward line, but they are unwilling to completely empty their assets. Core players like Adebayo and Hiro are likely to be non-selling. This "needed and wanted" strategy is actually in line with the Heat's usual shrewd style. After all, Durant is already 37 years old and long-term risks have to be considered.

The Suns' motivation to let Durant go is also very realistic. On the one hand, the team's record did not meet expectations and the reconstruction was under great pressure; on the other hand, Durant's huge contract is a burden on salary space, and the exchange of young assets and draft picks can complete the lineup update faster. However, the Suns must want to maximize their interests, so in addition to the Heat, teams with young players and draft picks such as the Rockets and Spurs may also be bidding in secret. Interestingly, Durant himself seems to be more inclined to go to the Heat, which may be related to the Heat's potential for championship and the market environment in Miami. After all, Shams mentioned that the Heat was in the ranks of his favorite family.

However, whether the transaction can finally take shape depends on several key points: First, whether the Heat are willing to increase their investment in the existing quotations, such as giving an extra first-round pick or including a potential center like Wealth; Second, Durant's contract renewal issue, he may require a two-year contract of 112 million yuan immediately after the transaction, which will be a test for the Heat's salary flexibility; Third, the sudden intervention of other teams, such as the "dark horses" such as the Raptors and the Clippers, may disrupt the current negotiation rhythm.

In general, the Heat's pursuit is closer to success than before, and it is very likely that both sides will win the needs. However, there are too many variables in the NBA's trading, especially when the draft is approaching this time, any team's sudden movements may change the situation. If there is really breakthrough progress in the next 72 hours, it won't be too surprising.