Although the Phoenix Suns are having a successful season, the looming regret of trading for Kevin Durant still weighs heavy on the fanbase.
The Suns have been a pleasant surprise this season as they compete for a playoff spot but it’s a far cry from the expectations when Durant arrived in Phoenix. Not only did the Suns trade away important members of a proven team in 2023, but they also mortgaged their future.
Trading for Kevin Durant was a disaster
In return for the huge haul they sent out to acquire Durant - Mikal Bridges, Cameron Johnson, Jae Crowder and 4 unprotected first-round picks - the Suns only got three years with him and one playoff series win.