The NBA?s trajectory changed drastically after the trade deadline passed. With two perennial All-Stars finding new homes and teaming up with new stars, the whole outlook of the league has changed. And one of the stars finding a new home was Kevin Durant getting traded to the Phoenix Suns after being traded from the Brooklyn Nets. Though Durant sees himself ending his career with Phoenix, his latter remarks may be something to worry about.
Kevin Durant had just signed a four-year, $194 million deal with the Brooklyn Nets. So, he is still in his first year of contract now that he is part of the Suns now. And even though the Suns have a great roster around KD, Durant?s remarks about ending his career in Phoenix may have indicated otherwise.
KD and his plans after his contract ends
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The Phoenix Suns have one of the most talented rosters in the league. They have a veteran point guard in Chris Paul, a young center in DeAndre Ayton, and an absolute scorer in Devin Booker.
So, Durant could not have asked for a better place to hang his sneakers when his time comes. While talking to ?Boardroom? in an exclusive interview, KD said, ?I?m having a good time in the moment, and I can see myself being here for the rest of my career. But who knows? I said the same thing about Brooklyn.?
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Now, the last statement Durant gave may have been alarming for fans. Even though he may play the remaining four years of his contract with the Suns, the two-time finals MVP may want to play elsewhere.
Durant is 34 years old right now. By the time his contract expires, he?ll be 38, going into 39. Who knows what condition he might be in by the time he reaches that stage of his career?
What options will Kevin Durant have?
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Let?s look at Durant?s options after his tenure with the Suns? expires. There is no doubt that Kevin Durant is a lethal scorer. He can put the ball in the basket from almost any part of the floor, regardless of the defense on him.
His 6?9 frame and shooting form from above his head make it almost impossible for him to guard. However, Durant has sustained some major injuries over the years. This brings in the question of his longevity in the league.
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In terms of longevity, he certainly is no LeBron James. Even NBA analysts Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe touched on the same subject of LeBron?s longevity while talking about Shaquille O?Neal?s ?professional? jealousy toward him.
Though Durant?s plans after his career get over are not something to be concerned with right now. Although let us know what KD?s options would be by the time he reaches that stage in the comments section below.