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Is Kevin Durant Joining the Spurs Pending Official Announcement? Suns Jerseys Being Clearanced, Clip

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Bill Simmons, a renowned sports commentator, stated on his show that he believes the trade sending Kevin Durant to the Spurs might already be completed, and the two teams are just waiting for an official announcement. The odds for Durant's next team have been updated, with the Spurs now holding a larger lead. Sidery, a well-known journalist, shared a potential trade framework, indicating that Jeremy Sochan could be one of the key bargaining chips. Additionally, Durant's Suns jerseys have started to be cleared at discounted prices, while the Clippers, who are still pursuing Durant, are considered dark horses but have a slim chance of success.

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Is Durant Joining the Spurs Pending Official Announcement?

Simmons said: "I wouldn't be surprised if the trade sending KD to the Spurs has already been completed but hasn't been announced yet. Basically, they've agreed on the trade details and are just choosing to announce it during the draft week. This can be traced back to the operational logic of the Bucks around Giannis. I think the Spurs are pursuing this trade because it comes at a lower cost. They can maintain competitiveness, possibly make deep playoff runs, while retaining the No. 2 pick—and this is my prediction."


Bill Simmons also emphasized that this is just his prediction and not sufficient to prove that Durant joining the Spurs is a done deal. However, various external reports at least suggest that the Spurs are currently the most likely destination for Durant.

Updated Odds for Durant's Next Team

The latest odds show the Spurs (+110) in the lead, followed by the Rockets (+250) in second place. The Knicks, Timberwolves, and Suns are tied for third at (+700). Notably, just one day ago, the Spurs' odds were +190, and the Rockets were +210, with the Timberwolves and Knicks both at +600. In other words, while the Rockets remain a  (top candidate), the Spurs have now pulled ahead as the genuine favorite.

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Phoenix Stores Clear Durant's No. 35 Jerseys

Phoenix stores have started clearing Durant's No. 35 jerseys—a significant sign of an impending trade—with prices now reduced to $49.99.

How Could the Spurs Trade for Durant?

What might the potential trade framework for the Spurs to acquire Durant look like?
Journalist Sidery stated that in potential Durant trades involving the Spurs, Jeremy Sochan, who is eligible for a contract extension, could be a player to watch and a priority for the Suns. Sidery pointed out that a package of Devin Vassell, Daequan Barnes, and Sochan could match the salary in such a trade.


Previously, journalist Weinbach proposed a similar plan, replacing Sochan with the 14th overall pick in this year's draft.


Weinbach also suggested a potential three-team trade today:

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  • Spurs get: Kevin Durant

  • Suns get: Devin Vassell, Daequan Barnes, Mark Williams, Spurs' 14th pick

  • Hornets get: Jeremy Sochan, three second-round picks from the Spurs

Are the Clippers Dark Horses in the Durant Sweepstakes?

However, until the trade is officially confirmed, other teams still have a chance—including the Clippers. NBA reporter Matt Moore stated that the Clippers have contacted the Suns to discuss a potential Durant trade.


Clippers reporter Murray also said on a show that the team's interest in Jrue Holiday has been overhyped, and they are actually targeting bigger stars. Like other teams, the Clippers have contacted the Suns about Durant. Previously, Suns reporter Gambadoro mentioned that the Clippers are dark horses worth watching in the Durant trade race, though multiple Clippers reporters have noted their slim chances.

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Notably, Durant himself responded today to a Clippers-related topic. A fan reposted a 2016 tweet from reporter Aaron Bruski, which read: "The Clippers' meeting with Durant was reportedly 'intense,' with Steve Ballmer once in tears," but everyone's relationship became closer, and important lessons were learned. The fan tagged Durant, asking what really happened.


Durant replied: "The 'someone cried' part is news to me. We didn't know about 'engagement bait' back then—Aaron was ahead of his time."
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