Despite recent rumors that the Philadelphia 76ers could look to use the third overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft in a trade for Kevin Durant, a notable NBA insider claims it is not happening.
Earlier this week, ESPN NBA insider Jonathan Givony suggested the 76ers might use that No. 3 pick to bring Durant, or Utah Jazz star Lauri Markkanen, to Philly this summer. However, in a chat with Phnx Sports on Tuesday, Marc Stein tossed cold water on the Durant part of the Givony report.
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“I know there was the chatter this week about Philly and having possible interest. When I’ve checked out that scenario, it’s been strongly debunked to me. I do not think Philly is in the market for trying to pursue Kevin Durant. So yeah, I don’t foresee the Sixers emerging as a candidate there. Look, I think there’s really nothing new at this point. The consistent word on this has been that the Suns and Team Durant are going to work together on a possible resolution, if that is indeed the direction they’re going to go.”
Marc Stein
The Phoenix Suns were, arguably, the most expensive disappointment in NBA history last season. Despite a massive payroll that featured All-NBA talent like Kevin Durant and Devin Booker, the team didn’t even make the NBA Play-In Tournament this spring.
With their season spiraling out of control, the Suns actually shopped the 15-time All-Star before February’s deadline. And they were reportedly close on a deal with the Golden State Warriors. However, the future Hall-of-Famer shot down the idea. He and the organization are expected to have serious discussions in the coming weeks about trying to move him in a deal that benefits both sides.
The NBA legend posted 26.6 points, six rebounds, 4.2 assists, and 1.2 blocks in his 17th season in the league in 2024-25.
