The Phoenix Suns saw former star Mikal Bridges traded from the Brooklyn Nets to the New York Knicks in exchange for numerous unprotected first-round picks, setting the scene for the 2024 NBA Draft on Wednesday with a blockbuster trade the night prior.
The Nets also sent some draft ammo back to the Houston Rockets, who are apparently looking to load up on picks to make a push for Kevin Durant, per ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. Another massive deal: Brooklyn has a deal with Houston to return the Nets’ 2026 first-round pick for a 2027 Phoenix Suns first-round pick, sources tell ESPN. Rockets also acquire 2025 right to swap Houston/OKC first for 2025 Suns first-round pick.
Durant was recently brought to the Valley two seasons ago in a mega-deal with the Nets that saw a plethora of picks alongside Cam Johnson and Bridges sent to Brooklyn. He was reportedly unhappy with his role in Phoenix's offense last season under prior coach Frank Vogel, who was fired at the end of the season and replaced with Mike Budenholzer."Last tweet before this plane I’m on leaves - this is a joke! There is zero chance this happens - ZERO.
Last tweet before this plane I’m on leaves - this is a joke! There is zero chance this happens - ZEROThe rumor mill continues to churn, and it appears Durant's name will remain prominent through the summer despite the Suns' best efforts to quiet the noise.Donnie Druin is the Publisher for All Cardinals and Inside The Suns. Donnie moved to Arizona in 2012 and has been with Fan Nation since 2018.