Kevin Durant Addresses Warriors Trade Rumors and His Future in Phoenix

Right before the NBA trade deadline, rumors swirled about a potential Kevin Durant reunion with the Golden State Warriors. However, reports soon emerged that Durant vetoed the move, leading the Warriors to acquire Jimmy Butler instead.

Speculation ran rampant about Durant’s reasoning, with many assuming it had to do with his past relationships in Golden State, particularly with Draymond Green. Now, Durant has spoken out to set the record straight.

Durant Breaks Silence on Trade Speculation

In an interview with ESPN, Durant explained why he rejected a mid-season move:

“People talk crazy about me all the time. That’s not the reason why I didn’t want to come back. I just didn’t want to get traded midway through the season. It was nothing against my time with the Warriors, or I heard because I didn’t like Draymond. At the end of the day, I just didn’t want to move and I wanted to see it through with my team in Phoenix and see what we can do the rest of the season. I’m glad I’m still there.” – Kevin Durant.

Durant made it clear that his decision had nothing to do with Draymond Green or any lingering issues from his Golden State tenure. Instead, he simply wanted to stay committed to the Phoenix Suns and finish the season strong.

What’s Next for Durant?

While Durant remains in Phoenix for now, his future beyond this season remains uncertain. If the Suns fail to have a strong finish to the 2024-25 season, Durant could explore other options this summer.

Although a move to the Warriors seems unlikely—especially after their acquisition of Jimmy Butler—Durant’s name is sure to be linked to multiple teams in free agency.

For now, Durant’s statement quells trade rumors, but it also fuels speculation about his long-term future in the league. Will he stay with the Suns, or could a blockbuster move be on the horizon?