Just like Leonard’s Spurs and George’s Pacers, the Suns don’t owe Kevin Durant a damn thing. KD may want the Heat, Rockets, or Spurs, but Phoenix’s only responsibility is to the present and future of its own franchise.

With that performance, Jalen Williams joined Kyrie Irving (2016), Kevin Durant (2012), Dwyane Wade (2006), and Shaquille O'Neal (1995) as the only players in the last 40 years to score 25+ points in three straight NBA Finals games. Williams had 26 in Game 3 and 27 in Game 4.

THE INDIANA PACERS In 49 states, it's just basketball. But this is Indiana. And in Indiana, there's magic. The Pacers lead the NBA Finals 2-1 after a 116-107 Game 3 win over the Thunder in which they outscored Oklahoma City 32-18 in the final quarter.

It is “pretty clear” the Rockets offer for Kevin Durant revolves around Jalen Green and the 10th pick in the 2025 draft, per @BrettSiegelNBA “The Suns would likely want Jabari Smith Jr. and Reed Sheppard as well.” pic.twitter.com/OAP25iyQmB

Former OKC Thunder star Kevin Durant's custom townhouse in downtown Oklahoma City on sale for just $35. The unique property with 4,000 square feet is accepting offers.

Thunder star Jalen Williams joined elite company with his performance against the Pacers in Game 5 of the NBA Finals.

Major Kevin Durant News Emerges After His Minnesota Timberwolves Decision Surfaces originally appeared on Athlon Sports. As the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers battle for the Larry O'Brien Trophy in the NBA Finals, teams around the NBA are positioning themselves to land Kevin Durant.