The NBA offseason is already dominated by Kevin Durant trade rumors Spurs losing interest, swirling around the future Hall of Famer’s potential move. At 36 years old and tied to a four-year, $194 million contract with the Phoenix Suns, Durant seeks a new team this summer, preferably one vying for a championship. Early speculation named the San Antonio Spurs as a likely destination, but that interest now appears to be fading.
Reports from Grant Afseth of RG suggest uncertainty about the Spurs’ commitment to trading for Durant. Although Durant has been linked with multiple teams, league insiders express skepticism about a fit between Durant and San Antonio. Moreover, Spurs executives seem to prioritize other potential assets more highly.
One major complicating factor is the Spurs’ focus on Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo. Despite Antetokounmpo’s long tenure in Milwaukee, ongoing early playoff exits have sparked trade rumors involving him as well. Rumors indicate that the Spurs place Antetokounmpo above Durant on their trade board, though Antetokounmpo’s willingness to leave Milwaukee remains unconfirmed.
Another issue concerns how Durant’s veteran presence might mesh with the Spurs’ emerging young star Victor Wembanyama. As a rising talent, Wembanyama might benefit more from partnering with a younger superstar, raising questions about Durant’s fit in the team’s rebuilding trajectory.
Besides player moves, the Spurs are content with their position in the upcoming 2025 NBA Draft. Holding the No. 2 overall pick, likely to be used on Rutgers product Dylan Harper or possibly trading down with the Philadelphia 76ers, the Spurs plan to prioritize selecting the best available player, deferring positional decisions until after the draft.
“The current read right now is that they’re just going to take the best player available and deal with any positional questions after that,”
a source told RG.
Other Franchises Show Interest in Kevin Durant’s Next Move
Despite Durant’s age and a less-than-expected showing last season with the Suns, his championship pedigree keeps him in demand among several NBA squads. Recent commentary on Fox Sports 1’s First Things First highlighted a handful of teams that may pursue Durant as a key addition.
NBA analyst Chris Broussard identified Houston, San Antonio, Miami, Minnesota, and the New York Knicks as clubs reportedly interested in acquiring Durant. However, he notably emphasized the Minnesota Timberwolves as a particularly compelling destination for Durant’s skills and leadership.
“Let’s look at the teams reportedly that are interested,”
Broussard said.
“Houston, San Antonio, Miami, Minnesota and the Knicks.”
Focusing on Minnesota as a standout option, Broussard elaborated,
“There would still be pressure to win, but you know what there also would be? You would have the opportunity to do something bigger than that — mentor one of the young stars of the league.”
While no trade has been finalized, the Houston Rockets, Spurs, and Timberwolves remain in the mix, maintaining a tense and uncertain environment around Durant’s future.
Implications for Spurs and NBA Landscape Moving Forward
The growing doubts around the Spurs’ pursuit of Kevin Durant complicate their strategy for immediate success while developing young talent like Victor Wembanyama. Choosing to retain high draft picks over a high-profile trade marks a significant commitment to long-term rebuilding rather than short-term star acquisitions.
Meanwhile, Durant’s status as a desirable yet potentially risky trade asset ensures that his situation will remain at the center of NBA offseason discussions. Teams like Minnesota, with young rosters eager for guidance, may offer Durant a new role that balances leadership and competitive ambition.
The next few weeks will be crucial in determining whether the Spurs reengage in negotiations for Durant or channel their resources exclusively toward the draft and development. For Durant, the decision on his next team will shape the final chapters of his illustrious career.