June 10th, according to the latest report from CBS famous reporter Sam Quinn, the Phoenix Suns may face a big reality blow when considering a potential trade for Kevin Durant. Durant's current market trading value may be far lower than the team's initial expectations.

The main reason for this is Durant's age. By the start of the 2025-26 season, the former MVP will be 37 years old, and as he ages, his competitive state and physical function will inevitably decline. Sam Quinn pointed out that compared with his peak period, Durant's performance in many core statistics has obviously declined, which has greatly affected his actual value in the league.

Data shows that Durant's basic plus-minus value ranked only 29th in the league last season , and his estimated plus-minus value fell to 32nd , while his win shares per 48 minutes slipped to 84th . Although these data cannot completely negate Durant's personal scoring ability, they reflect his decline in overall influence. Quinn pointed out: " These data are important reference factors for most management in the league when evaluating players. It is also these statistics that make the outside world generally believe that Durant's historical status is far higher than his actual ranking in the current league. "

The more difficult issue is the salary issue. Durant is still on a high-paying contract. Although there is only one season left in his contract with the Suns, his annual salary still puts a lot of pressure on potential trading targets. Considering the health risks brought by Durant's age and the amount of his contract, many teams will be more cautious when evaluating his value.

However, the " short-term controllability " brought by the length of Durant's contract also wins him a certain degree of initiative. According to reports, Durant may have a say in the Suns' future trading decisions and is expected to designate his next team. This means that in the process of seeking a new club, Durant may be able to take the initiative to control the direction of his career.

Once recognized as one of the top five players in the league, Durant is now facing challenges of age and physical condition and is at an important turning point in his career. Whether he continues to play for the Suns or seeks to join another championship team through a trade, his next decision will not only affect the team's construction, but may also determine his personal historical position.

In general, Durant's trading value is being gradually weakened by reality. If the Suns hope to get equivalent chips through trading, they may need to face the market's sober evaluation standards. In this context, KD 's future direction is still full of uncertainty.