The Heat have become Durant's number one favorite! The Rockets refused to send Amen Shinkyo KD did not want to join the Timberwolves

On June 17, Beijing time, as the NBA draft is approaching, Durant's trade negotiations are also in full swing. KD's latest next home odds show thatThe Heat (+200) have risen to No. 1 and are the number one favoriteIn 2nd-5th place are the Rockets (+250), Spurs (+300), Timberwolves (+350), and Raptors (+1200).

Shams said in the latest report that Durant's next home could be a team with plenty of salary space.He didn't want to go to the Timberwolves。 The well-known American media HoopsHype brought a more detailed report -

Houston Rockets

The Rockets are closely linked to the Suns in trade talks for Durant for several reasons. Rockets coach Udoka's relationship with Durant dates back to their time with the Nets. When Udoka was the Celtics coach, the Celtics discussed trading Jaylen Brown as part of a trade offer in exchange for Durant.

Udoka's affection for Durant is deep. The question is, where does Rockets general manager Stone stand on this issue?

The Rockets own the Suns' No. 10 first-round pick in this draft and control of the Suns' 2027 and 2029 top first-round picks. Trading Durant for some draft assets would be a huge draw for the Suns, according to sources. The Rockets also have several young and talented players who could help the Suns compete in the prime of Devin Booker.

League sources told HoopsHype that the Rockets were reluctant to send away 22-year-old All-Defensive First Team player Amen Thompson during trade talks. It is believed that Houston is also reluctant to send away 22-year-old All-Star Shin Kyung in negotiations over Durant.

The chips the Rockets might be willing to give away would include guard Jalen Green. As the Suns already have guards Devin Booker and Beal on the lineup. Once Green was acquired, the Suns had conducted a background check to assess his value in the league and decided it would be worthwhile to trade him to change hands again, the source said.

The Rockets also have two forwards, Jabari Smith Jr. and Eason, who are serious candidates to qualify for rookie contract extensions this summer. If they don't agree to the new contract proposed by the Rockets, they will enter the final year of their contract and then qualify as a restricted free agent and receive a raise in the summer of 2026.

Last season's Shepard played just 12.6 minutes in 52 regular-season games. With the Rockets looking to keep VanVleet, Shepard won't get a lot of playing time right away. Similar to Shepard, the Rockets' wing Whitmore is another talented young player who could also be a trade candidate due to his limited playing time due to the depth of the roster.

San Antonio Spurs

There is also a shared desire between the Spurs and Durant to work together.

After drafting Wembanyama, the team's plan has been to be competitive in his third season. That time has come. The Spurs started the process in earnest by acquiring Fox in a trade, and Fox is expected to agree a long-term contract extension with the Spurs this summer.

The Spurs also drafted last season's Rookie of the Year Castle, who the Spurs want to keep out of Durant's negotiations. In addition, the Spurs have an eye pick, and guard Dylan Harper — who is widely regarded by NBA executives as the second-best player in this draft — will have options.

Rival executives who spoke with HoopsHype believe the Spurs' No. 14 pick through the Hawks is available on the trade market.

In general, rival executives think Barnes, Keldon Johnson and Sochan are available on the trade market.

Will the Spurs send away 24-year-old wing Devin Vassell in Durant's discussion? With the flexibility of draft picks for years to come, they theoretically have the future assets to complete a trade for Durant if they want to.

Minnesota Timberwolves

The Timberwolves are Durant's strongest suitors at the trade deadline this season, and they're still fighting for the four-time scoring champion to pair him with Team USA teammate Edwards, who has always admired Durant. However, the latest report from Shams shows that Durant has no intention of playing for the Timberwolves.

However, Timberwolves' 24-year-old forward McDaniels was not for sale at the trade deadline, and that remains the case for now.

The Suns are looking for an upgrade at the center position, and the Timberwolves could offer Gobert. In theory, sending Gobert away would free up more playing time at center for former Sixth Man of the Year Reed, who considers himself a starter and is a priority for the Timberwolves to renew his contract this summer.

Randle, meanwhile, has a $30.94 million player option for the 2025-26 season. According to sources, Randle was discussed before the trade deadline as part of Durant's potential trade offer, along with guard DiVincenzo. Another point to watch is whether No. 8 Deelingham will be an asset that the Timberwolves are willing to trade.

Miami heat

Regarding the Heat's interest in Durant, the team was interested in acquiring him before the trade deadline and is still interested in reuniting him with fellow Olympian Bam Adebayo and coach Spoelstra.

According to sources, the Suns have conducted a background check on Heat forward Wiggins. Wiggins, who has a salary of $28.22 million next season, could be part of any Durant trade offer from the Heat.

A key factor in whether the Heat can get Durant could be contingent on the team's willingness to send away 21-year-old center Ware, who is an interested player for the Suns.

Los Angeles Clippers

The Los Angeles Clippers have also been interested in Durant. According to sources, the Suns have conducted a background check on Clippers guard Norman Powell and assessed his value across the league. Also, in any negotiations about Durant, the Suns will certainly try to poach Zubac, the 28-year-old Clippers starting center, who is averaging 16.8 points and 12.6 rebounds per game. However, the Clippers value Zubac very much and are reluctant to let him go.

If the Clippers ultimately try to win the battle for Durant, Powell is one of several potential trade candidates. Other candidates include Bogdan and Jones Jr. Theoretically, the Clippers could come up with one unprotected first-round pick (2031) and two draft swaps (2030 and 2032).

Toronto Raptors

According to sources, the Raptors have been quietly trying to acquire a star of Durant's calibre, and the Raptors are expected to evaluate the trade market for wing player RJ Barrett this summer. Wenhorst reported that the Raptors are willing to include the No. 9 pick in the Durant trade, and it was previously reported that the Raptors are willing to trade Barrett, Quickley and Poeltl for Durant, who are the "dark horses" in the Durant race.