The Rockets have been linked as one of the top destinations for a Durant deal, and it will be interesting to see if VanVleet's exclusion in any trade behooves the Suns to move on

According to The Stein Line, a deal could come together as early as next week, as the Phoenix Suns are serious about Kevin Durant’s trade.

The Suns are ready to get out of the Kevin Durant business, but they still want a hefty return in a potential trade.