Kevin Durant recently found himself at the center of trade speculation as the Phoenix Suns sought to revamp their roster in the midst of a challenging 26-26 season. Discussions regarding potential trades, including notable names like Jimmy Butler and even conversations with the Golden State Warriors, have emerged, although Durant reportedly opted out of a move to Golden State.

In response to the trade rumors, Durant emphasized that he maintains a professional perspective on the matter. He described the situation as 'part of the business' during a press conference on Monday. He acknowledged the reality of the NBA, stating, 'Everybody is bought and sold in this league. Anybody can be up for action. I understand that.'

Durant also reflected on how these trade discussions might affect his future with the Suns. He expressed his intention to honor his contract and stated, 'I always had a goal of playing my contract out and see what happens.' He recognized that trade talks would lead to increased scrutiny on him for the remainder of the season, calling it 'probably the most frustrating part about being in trade talks.'