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Everything you need to know about the Durant trade rumors

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Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant is arguably the biggest star on the trading block as the NBA offseason approaches.

A move for the 36-year-old has been rumored dating back to the deadline in February, but it now appears a deal for Durant is just days away.

Here's a look at everything you need to know about the reported Durant sweepstakes thus far in reverse chronological order:

June 16: Rockets have firm offer on table; Suns underwhelmed

Durant wants the Rockets, and they want him. Houston presented a firm offer, but it wasn't what the Suns were looking for. Apparently, all deals presented to Phoenix by Durant's desired destinations were underwhelming. Read more.

June 16: Knicks have no interest in trading for Durant

After Durant's wish list surfaced, teams began to bow out of contention, including the Knicks. Despite Durant and New York reportedly having mutual interest in February, the organization is no longer pursuing him. Read more.

June 16: Durant has no desire to join T-Wolves

The Timberwolves are heavily interested in Durant's services. However, he's supposedly not as keen to head north to Minnesota, even with the possibility of teaming up with fellow All-Star Anthony Edwards. Read more.

June 14: Durant prefers Spurs, Rockets, Heat if traded

If Durant is going to be moved, he knows exactly where he'd like to play. The two-time NBA champion reportedly has his sights set on the San Antonio Spurs, Houston Rockets, and Miami Heat. Read more.

June 11: Rockets, Spurs, T-Wolves, Knicks among teams inquiring about Durant

With the Suns' asking price lowered, multiple teams started making calls about Durant. The Rockets, Spurs, Heat, Timberwolves, and Knicks were among the reported suitors, along with some wild-card teams. Read more.

June 5: Knicks made offer for Durant at deadline

Several teams supposedly made offers for Durant at the trade deadline, including New York. Both sides were reportedly interested in a partnership in February. Read more.

June 3: Suns aggressively seeking Durant deal, lower asking price

After missing the postseason with the NBA's most expensive roster, the Suns decided it was time for a change. Phoenix supposedly began aggressively pursuing a deal by lowering its asking price for Durant. Read more.

March 2: Suns to move KD this offseason if team doesn't improve

After holding on to the 15-time All-Star at the trade deadline, the Suns continued to struggle. Their solution was to look to trade Durant in the offseason, bringing us to where we are now. Read more.

Feb. 6: Phoenix keeps Durant despite interest from multiple teams

Despite fielding offers, the Suns ultimately kept Durant after he had no desire to return to the Golden State Warriors. Durant was reportedly blindsided by his involvement in trade talks. Read more.

Feb. 5: Suns willing to listen to trade offers for KD

In the days leading up to the trade deadline, the Suns began listening to offers for Durant. The Warriors, one of his former teams, were among the interested franchises. Read more.

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