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08 June 2025

• [Sports Illustrated] - Houston Rockets' Pros and Cons for Trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo
  As NBA trade rumors persist into the early offseason, Giannis Antetokounmpo has dominated headlines. The two-time MVP could be on the trade block this summer, c
• [Last Word on Sports] - Kevin Durant Trade Rumor Connects Star to Spurs
  Two of the biggest names in the NBA will be the two amid a summer that many speculate will be one of the craziest off-seasons in recent memory. is currently scouring the landscape for a possible upgrade to the Milwaukee Bucks. However, there is no sure-fire guarantee that a trade will unfold. The same can't be said for , as trade rumor after trade rumor continues to hit the headlines while the season winds down with the championship finals underway. While several teams have been linked to Durant since the close of the regular season, such as the , another Texas franchise has reportedly joined the mix. Kevin Durant Trade Rumor Connects Star to Spurs San Antonio Spurs join the Kevin Durant trade rumor mill according to Phoenix Suns insider Durant remains one of the league's most attractive superstars alongside and . That said, KD's latest stint with the Phoenix Suns did not go according to plan. The failure in the desert has led to an eventual . It is only a matter of time, more than anything else, until Durant joins his fifth NBA team. A handful of teams have shown interest in trading for Durant. It was recently reported out of Phoenix that the San Antonio Spurs are the latest team to be a rumored destination for the two-time champion. the Spurs are heavily expected to be a destination option for Durant, and he may even want to land there. "So I do know somebody that has been with Kevin Durant recently, recently," Gambadoro said. "And Kevin Durant and this person talked about the Spurs. And that's why I mentioned the Spurs. I don't want to say who, but again, somebody that KD knows and trusts that was talking to KD, mentioned the Spurs. Gambadoro didn't say a whole lot there other than the fact that Durant may like the Spurs. Whether this report is 100 percent accurate remains to be seen. Nevertheless, a trade to San Antonio would rock the NBA, not necessarily due to Durant's role in the move, but who he would be playing with. Would a Durant and Wemby duo be title worthy? A knock on Durant's career in recent years has not had anything to do with his numbers, scoring ability, or his still-existing all-world talent. He may not have had much playoff success. Yet, he's still putting up outstanding numbers for the age that he is. Since joining Phoenix in 2022, Durant has averaged 25 points per game or higher in each season. He can still score the basket better than most around the league. That is what makes a potential trade to the Spurs an exciting prospect. [caption id="attachment_143856" align="alignnone" width="640"] Mar 30, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) and Houston Rockets forward Jabari Smith Jr. (10) fight for position in the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images[/caption] Durant, paired with , would be a lightning show. With Wemby as the franchise's anchor and a more than valuable ball handler, Durant checks all the boxes San Antonio needs to make it work. The sacrifice might come in letting go of Rookie of the Year winner . That said, for a Durant-Wemby-Fox trio, the Spurs might bite the bullet and let Castle go. Of course, right now, this is more of a sourced rumor than anything with real traction. San Antonio would have to offer a respectable package for Durant, which they can. If Gambadoro's report is accurate, we could be on the verge of a wild trade in the coming weeks. It has the potential to make San Antonio a contender in the West. © Kirby Lee-Imagn Images © Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images The post appeared first on .
• [USA Today: Rockets Wire] - Rockets reportedly open to contract talks with Tari Eason, Jabari Smith Jr.
  Both Tari Eason and Jabari Smith Jr. are eligible for contract extensions this offseason, though Houston could wait until 2026, per Kelly Iko.
• [Sports Illustrated] - Rockets Would Still Need to Tinker Roster After Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade
  The early NBA offseason is being dominated by blockbuster trade rumors, namely Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Greek Freak could be on the move this summer after a t
• [USA Today: Hoops Hype] - De'Aaron Fox on potentially signing an extension with San Antonio: I would definitely hope so
  Fox is set to earn $37.1 million in 2025-26, the last year remaining on the five-year, $163 million max extension he signed with Sacramento. In early August, he is eligible for a four-year, $229 mi…
• [Houston Roundball Review] - Should the Rockets Embrace Continuity or Make Trades?
  Houston Roundball Review Merch - https://bit.ly/3Pore2FHouston Roundball Review Business Directory: bit.ly/3Z7E22iClip from the 6/6 "Let's Talk Houston Rocke...
• [Sports Illustrated] - Jalen Green Shot a Career Best in this Offensive Category
  The Houston Rockets have had an up and down last five seasons. The Rockets started the 2020s like every other team dealing with the aftermath of the pandemic. A
• [Fadeaway World] - Insane 4-Team, 14-Player Blockbuster Trade Idea Sends Giannis Antetokounmpo To Toronto
  Raptors emerge in bold Giannis Antetokounmpo trade pitch, reshaping NBA landscape with staggering picks and player haul.
• [USA Today: Rockets Wire] - Report: Rockets could need pay cuts to retain Jeff Green, Jae’Sean Tate, Aaron Holiday
  Veterans Jeff Green, Jae’Sean Tate, and Aaron Holiday might need to take pay cuts to return to the Rockets in 2025-26, per Kelly Iko of The Athletic.
• [Sports Illustrated] - How Far Are the Rockets Away From the League’s Final Two Teams?+
  As the NBA Finals continue with the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers, the Houston Rockets have been back home, plotting how to reach the next level and