The Phoenix Suns are expected to have a very busy offseason as they try to rebuild their roster after another disappointing season.
Of course, the Suns finished 11th in the Western Conference with an abysmal 36-46 record as they missed the playoffs for the first time since the 2019-20 campaign.
Due to this, Phoenix is expected to move on from both Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal this summer to rebuild their roster around Devin Booker as they try to turn their franchise around.
Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) enters the game during the first half against the San Antonio Spurs at Moody Center.
Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) enters the game during the first half against the San Antonio Spurs at Moody Center.
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With Durant likely on the move once again, there have been many teams linked to the future Hall of Famer including the San Antonio Spurs, Minnesota Timberwolves and Houston Rockets.
Yahoo Sports’ Kevin O’Connor recently came up with a mock trade that would send Durant to a surprise Eastern Conference team in the Philadelphia 76ers in a trade that would land Phoenix Paul George.
In the trade, O’Connor has Phoenix sending Durant to Philadelphia in exchange for George and two first-round picks.
With this trade making its way to social media, Suns fans gave their thoughts on it and they were all in agreement.
“Doesn’t make sense for Phoenix,” one fan commented. “Downgrade in talent and durability. If you’re going to tear it down get guys who can grow or bring you to the playoffs.”
“NO,” another fan posted.
“Why would the Suns do this,” one fan asked.
“The Suns could do way better. Why would they want George and Beal on the same team, other than going for an all bad contract starting 5,” another fan commented.
It is clear that Suns fans are not open to the idea of swapping Durant for George, though they would be receiving two picks in the trade as well, though O’Connor did not specify which picks.
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Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant dunks against Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George.
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Of course, George had a terrible first season in Philadelphia as he struggled with injuries which led to his sub-par play on the court.
Because of this, the Suns would likely hold off on this proposed deal as they try to ring in younger talent to build around Booker for the future.