The Phoenix Suns have already gotten the ball rolling on their 2025-26 reset by firing coach Mike Budenholzer, and all signs point to a Kevin Durant trade being the next move. At 37 years old and entering the final season of his contract at $54 million,

The Suns started their off-season by firing first-year coach Mike Budenholzer. It's the first step in what could be a dramatic remodeling of the club.

Even with the possibility of an early postseason exit, the Houston Rockets do not appear to be a franchise pursuing Kevin Durant, according to NBA insider Marc Stein. Their accelerated development and commitment to a young core suggest a long-term vision that doesn’t align with acquiring a veteran superstar on the back half of his career.