Phoenix Suns Must Approach Kevin Durant Trade One Way originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

The Suns still can pivot. They can trade Durant, not for equal value (that ship has sailed), but for players who fit a clear vision. Or for contracts they can soon shed, giving them future flexibility and a shot at mid-level contributors who match their intended style of play.

Forbes NBA writer Evan Sidery reported to his X account that the Suns would be looking to pair Rockets' rising stars Jabari Smith Jr. and Jalen Green in a package for the former NBA MVP Kevin Durant. Also, not ruling out the potential of Houston as a serious landing spot for Durant.