Kevin Durant ‘Wanted’ Suns To Trade Him To Knicks
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A hypothetical swap between the San Antonio Spurs and Milwaukee Bucks that pairs two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo with generational superstar Victor Wembanyama is exactly that kind of deal—one you almost feel obligated to speak into existence.
In a wide-ranging interview with KSAT 12’s RJ Marquez, Spurs governor Peter J. Holt reflected on Gregg Popovich’s coaching career and what lies ahead with new head coach Mitch Johnson.
The Spurs are blessed with generational talent in Victor Wembanyama and De'Aaron Fox, yet still a move or two away from full contention. Let’s break down three realistic players who could push them over the edge and three players who will likely not be acquired.
Here is the trade plan for the Spurs at the moment in regards to the team having the second overall pick in the NBA Draft. In the latest column by The Athletic's Sam Amick, Jon Krawczynski, and Kelly Iko,
Durant has one year and $54.7 million left in his current four-year, $190 million contract. He can sign a two-year, $112 million extension wherever he lands next. If he waits six months after the trade, he could fetch more — $124 million over two years, according to Charania.
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The Miami Heat, San Antonio Spurs and Houston Rockets are 15-time All-Star Kevin Durant's preferred trade destinations out of Phoenix, sources tell ESPN. Those across the NBA have been made aware in recent days that those are the three teams that Durant would commit to long-term.
So we're about to find out who has the leverage here.
San Antonio Spurs Chairman Peter J. Holt detailed his vision for Project Marvel, a proposed downtown sports and entertainment district anchored by a new NBA arena that could cost up to $1.5 billion.