The Suns (25-23) sit in eighth in the Western Conference, just one game ahead of the Warriors (24-24). As the likelihood of Butler joining the Suns seemingly continues to dwindle, it could potentially open up a path for Durant to make a stunning return to the Warriors.

Bradley Beal's no-trade clause continues serving as a significant obstacle in Phoenix's pursuit of Butler because, as Gambadoro noted, the Suns are trying to deal the three-time All-Star. In the third season of his five-year, $251 million contract, Beal reportedly has no plans to waive his no-trade clause.

Kevin Durant continues to make records during his time with the Suns, as he made 4+ threes in 5 straight games.

Durant, 36, famously signed with the Curry-Klay Thompson-Draymond Green Warriors in the summer of 2016, joining a team that had just lost to the Cavaliers in the NBA Finals a year after defeating Cleveland for its first championship in 40 years.

The Phoenix Suns must consider their best move. Despite Kevin Durant’s best efforts, the season has not gone as planned, and they are likely stuck with Bradley Beal going forward. There’s no easy way to improve the current roster,