Glenn Coleman
Dec 26, 2023 - 04:30

Kevin Durant trade request Phoenix Suns rumors debunked amid frustration 2x NBA champion team

Kevin Durant and Phoenix Suns struggling with injuries and lack of supporting cast, leading to speculation of Durant wanting out.

Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns have struggled in their last five games, with a record of 1-4. Their only victory came on December 17 against the Washington Wizards, who have a record of 5-23. The Suns' 120-105 loss to the Sacramento Kings on Friday brought their overall record to 14-14, leading into their Christmas Day game against the Dallas Mavericks.

Injuries have plagued the Suns, with Bradley Beal, Devin Booker, and Kevin Durant only completing one game together. Beal missed the team's first 19 out of 22 games and suffered another injury on December 15 against the New York Knicks, putting him out for a few more weeks.

Rumors have already begun swirling about Kevin Durant's dissatisfaction in Phoenix, with speculation that he may be looking for a way out. Adrian Wojnarowski reported that Durant's frustration is partly due to the missed games by Bradley Beal and the underwhelming supporting cast that resulted from the massive trades for Durant and Beal.

Despite not asking for a trade, many would not be surprised if Durant eventually reaches that point, given his history with the Brooklyn Nets. The Suns went all in by trading for Beal, but his injuries have limited his playing time. Additionally, the team's massive salaries for their Big Three make it challenging to retool the roster.

As the Suns prepare to face the Dallas Mavericks on Christmas, they will be without significant players such as Bradley Beal and Jusuf Nurkic. The team is undermanned and will need their supporting cast to step up, particularly Drew Eubanks, who has struggled in recent games. Both Eubanks and Udoka Azubuike must show up to provide Durant and Booker with the help they need.

As the situation in Phoenix unfolds, basketball fans will be closely watching to see how the team manages its challenges and whether they can turn their season around.