As the offseason draws closer and closer, it is becoming even clearer that the Phoenix Suns are almost certainly moving on from Kevin Durant. In recent weeks, the San Antonio Spurs, Houston Rockets and Minnesota Timberwolves have emerged as the three supposed front runners for trading for Durant,

Sunday's unexpected trade involving Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane heading to the Orlando Magic could have an impact on the Phoenix Suns' potential return in a swap for Kevin Durant.

Durant is widely expected to be traded from the Suns soon. But for as great as he is, it’s easy to see why a deal is tough to get done here.