Phoenix Suns, Boston Celtics Linked After Recent Kevin Durant Trade Report
Phoenix Suns, Boston Celtics Linked After Recent Kevin Durant Trade Report originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
The Phoenix Suns have yet to strike a Kevin Durant trade, though that deal could come any day now.
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The 15-time All-Star was nearly moved by the franchise at the most recent trade deadline, which all but confirmed an eventual divorce between the two sides.
Durant's preferred destinations are the Houston Rockets, San Antonio Spurs and Miami Heat -- though the Suns have made it clear they are making the best decision for the franchise.
With this, the Minnesota Timberwolves and Toronto Raptors remain options for Durant to be traded to. There could be another dark horse suitor, too.
Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum ruptured his Achilles, which will lead to the 2024 champions playing next season without their superstar forward.
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A fire sale could ensue in Boston, as they look to offload high-salaried players like Jrue Holiday, Kristaps Porzingis and even Derrick White.
Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35), Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) and Celtics center Al Horford (42).© Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images
The Celtics don't need to take a gap year just because they might clean up their salary books, though, and Durant could finally be a viable option for the Celtics.
According to Zach Lowe, the Celtics have discussed landing the two-time champion from the Suns, re-routing Holiday to a new destination.
"I've heard that there have been discussions of 3-team Durant related trades where Jrue Holiday moves somewhere," Lowe reports.
The Suns have already been disappointed with the trade packages from Durant's top three trade options. Facilitating a trade with the Celtics to benefit both sides -- while moving the 15-time All-Star -- could make sense for Phoenix.
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While the Celtics may have had internal -- or even external -- conversations about landing Durant, the Suns need to be interested.
With Devin Booker still in The Valley, Phoenix will be sure to make a move in their best interest, meaning the Celtics will have to outbid other suitors.
This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 21, 2025, where it first appeared.
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