The trade comes just hours after new Suns majority owner Mat Ishbia was introduced in Phoenix.
PHOENIX — The Phoenix Suns pulled a midnight blockbuster on Wednesday, acquiring 13-time All-Star Kevin Durant from the Brooklyn Nets, according to multiple reports.
Brooklyn Nets' Kevin Durant looks on during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Chicago Bulls on Jan. 4 in Chicago. Chicago won 121-112. The self-described basketball nut, who was a walk-on at Michigan State under Tom Izzo, didn’t waste any time shaking up the NBA.Phoenix has never won an NBA championship. The Suns made the Finals two seasons ago, but lost to the Milwaukee Bucks in six games. They also played in the Finals in 1976 and 1993.
The Suns have had several injuries this season, but played better in recent weeks. They jumped to fifth in the Western Conference with a 30-26 record. Booker and Paul have both recently returned.
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