The Milwaukee Bucks made one of the more surprising moves ahead of the 2024-25 trade deadline by sending longtime forward Khris Middleton to the Washington Wizards in exchange for Kyle Kuzma. While the trade raised eyebrows around the league,

Giannis Antetokounmpo has shouldered a staggering load, averaging 35 points and 15 rebounds across the first two playoff games, yet the Bucks still fell to 0–2 against Indiana. If the Bucks don't pull off a win Friday at their home, Antetokounmpo's loyalty might be tested.

Durant's name has swirled through the rumor mill for a while now, much to his initial surprise. When Phoenix cut ties with former coach Mike Budenolzer upon completion of its colossally disappointing (and wildly expensive) campaign, ESPN's Shams Charania relayed that the club "is expected to engage in trade discussions involving Durant."