Kevin Durant Trade News: NBA superstar’s podcast buddy jokingly "confirms" blockbuster deal before announcement

Fans are eagerly awaiting news on Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant's future, and his podcast co-host seemingly had an update on the two-time champion.

Eddie Gonzalez responded to a Suns fan page on X that asked if the trade was done.

"Yeah," Gonzalez joked. "They just waiting til Shams announces on Pat McAfee."

There has been no formal confirmation that a trade agreement has been finalized. NBA insider Shams Charania hasn't reported on a deal.

Gonzalez later went back to his comments and clarified that he was joking.

"Bro they literally can just not say anything lmaooo," he posted. "Who the f**k really thought was serious about Shams announcing the trade on McAfee? Wtf"

Duane Rankin reported on Tuesday that Phoenix might have to lower its asking price for the 6-foot-11 forward.

"The Suns have “no leverage” in part because of Durant's age and because he wants to start fresh elsewhere, league sources say. The idea of Durant returning to a team that entertained deals for him before the 2025 trade deadline isn’t a pleasant one," Rankin wrote.

Although Kevin Durant is one of the older stars in the league, he is still playing at a high level. At 36, he played 62 games this season, averaging 26.6 points, six rebounds and 4.2 assists.

Stephen A Smith explains why the Knicks lack interest in Kevin Durant

The New York Knicks are reportedly one of the teams that Kevin Durant wants to play for. However, the Knicks have not shown any interest in acquiring the veteran All-Star. According to ESPN's Stephen A. Smith, team governor James Dolan still hasn't moved on from Durant rejecting an offer in 2019.

The star forward opted to join the Brooklyn Nets with Kyrie Irving.

KD's comments last year about the New York franchise haven't helped matters. Durant's agent Rich Kleiman wanted the star forward to join the Knicks after his stint with the Golden State Warriors. However, Durant said the team wasn't cool at that time.