The Phoenix Suns have done background work on several players of the Miami Heat who would need to be included in a trade package for superstar forward Kevin Durant.

Why wouldn't Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant want to join forces with one of the league's up-and-coming stars?

The Phoenix Suns started seeking out a Kevin Durant trade in February, with the All-Star forward preventing a deal in February and now helping facilitate one this offseason. With the 2025 NBA Draft just over a week away, there are more developments regarding the trade market for the future Hall of Famer.

As the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers battle for the Larry O'Brien Trophy in the NBA Finals, teams around the NBA are positioning themselves to land Kevin Durant. The two-time NBA Champion and 15-time NBA All-Star spent the past 2.5 years with the Phoenix Suns before expressing a desire to be traded.

The Kevin Durant sweepstakes could be resolved prior to the NBA Draft with a deal that could dramatically shake things up.

Greg Cote’s Poll Dance is a weekly survey usually on sports. In today’s 44th installment: Should the Miami Heat once again pursue acquiring Kevin Durant? Vote now!