A tripartite deal? The Rockets help the Spurs get Durant?

According to famous reporter Shams, as the 2025 draft approaches, Durant's agent Ritchie Kleiman is screening the next dealer, with the Spurs, Rockets, Timberwolves and Heat being the four most likely trading targets. Then HoopsWire famous reporter Sam Amico followed up and revealed that compared with other teams, Durant most wanted to be traded to the Spurs, and he was full of interest in partnering with Wenban Yama. The Rockets' goal is Antetokounmpo. General manager Stone is worried that Adu's arrival will destroy the offensive and defensive system that head coach Uduka finally established; the Timberwolves are unwilling to give up McDaniels or Naz Reed; the Spurs management is not interested in the chips given by the Heat. So the possibility of Durant joining the Spurs is gradually increasing.

Recently, the US media "NBA Analysis Network" suggested that the Spurs management speed up the introduction of Durant, and for this reason, general manager Brian Wright had to give the 2025 second draw. The media provided a three-party transaction offer to the Rockets and Suns, and the Rockets participated as a third party. If the negotiations go smoothly, Durant will go to San Antonio as he wishes to partner with Future Star Wenban Yama. The Rockets' goal is Sohan, a strong defense forward versatile player, who is a player that head coach Uduka likes. The specific trading plan is:

1. The Rockets sent Jock Landale + the 10th pick in 2025 first round pick to get Jeremy Sohan;

2. The Suns sent Kevin Durant to get Devin Wassell + Jock Landale + the 2025 second round pick;

3. The Spurs sent Devin Wassell + Jeremy Sohan + the 2025 second round pick to get Kevin Durant + the 10th pick in 2025 first round pick.

Wenban Yama has shown the ability of a superstar this season, averaging 33.2 minutes per game, scoring 24.3 points, 11 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 1.1 steals, and 3.8 blocks, with a shooting percentage of 47.6%. San Antonio fans saw the shadows of Tim Duncan and David Robinson in him, so owner Holt hopes that the team can have the ability to enter the playoffs and even reach the championship. Durant is one of the best scorers in the league today. He has superb shooting skills and rich offensive methods. Although he is about to turn 37, his comprehensive abilities are still at a very high level with hard training and good living habits. The three giants of Durant, Vinbanyama and Fox have clear division of labor, each performing their own duties, and there is no overlap in position and function, so it is very hopeful to help the Spurs return to the playoff stage.

Rockets have seven talented young players and have enough substitute lineup, so general manager Rafael Stone is not very interested in the No. 10 pick in the first round of 2025. The 22-year-old Sohan is a player who has proven himself. He averaged 25.2 minutes per game this season, contributed 11.4 points, 6.5 rebounds and 2.4 assists, and shot 53.5% from the field. He is the same rookie of Jabarri Smith Jr. and Tari Ethan. He has outstanding physical fitness, fierce fighting, aggressiveness, and can adapt to roles in multiple positions. Popovich once arranged for him to serve as the starting point guard, which shows Sohan's all-around attributes. For the Suns, the 24-year-old super scorer Wassell and the 2025 second pick are both high-quality assets. Langdale's contract is not guaranteed, and general manager James Jones can choose to lay him off directly to avoid paying high luxury taxes.

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