New Team ‘Expected’ to Join Kevin Durant Trade Sweepstakes originally appeared on Athlon Sports. As the NBA offseason nears, trade rumors have begun to heat up as many expect this summer to be full of change. One player who has been at the center of trade rumors since the trade deadline is Phoenix Suns star forward Kevin Durant.

A former mentor to Durant, Hall of Fame San Antonio Spurs wing George Gervin, weighed in on what makes Durant's game so special — and revealed his special history with the two-time Finals MVP during an extensive new conversation with longtime NBA insider Brandon "Scoop B" Robinson.

Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) talks with Suns head coach Mike Budenholzer, left, as Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla, center, looks on during the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, March 26, 2025, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin) AP