BREAKING: Unstoppable Duo: KD and Jokic Are Now Teammates!
June 23, 2025 — Denver, CO — NBA superstar Kevin Durant is on the verge of agreeing to a blockbuster contract with the Denver Nuggets, fueled by a strong desire to play alongside reigning two‑time MVP Nikola Jokic, sources report.
🏀 A Dream Duo
Durant, 36, currently with the Phoenix Suns, has reportedly expressed a clear wish to team up with Jokic — one of the most dominant big men in the modern NBA. “You can’t guard him if Kevin Durant’s there,” said former NBA sharpshooter Theo Pinson, underscoring the appeal of Durant anchoring the wing alongside Jokic’s interior dominance
Nuggets Target No. 35
Insiders indicate the Nuggets are preparing a serious offer for Durant, rallying around the idea that bringing in a high‑caliber scorer could offset weaknesses exposed during their recent playoff exit. After a tough Game 7 loss to Oklahoma City, pundits like Sam Amick of The Athletic suggest Durant would instantly become “the most likely landing spot” if Denver formally enters the mix hoopshabit.com+1nugglove.com+1.
Trade Package in Motion
Multiple trade proposals have emerged featuring:
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Denver packaging star Michael Porter Jr., role players like Zeke Nnaji or Christian Braun, and future draft picks
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Phoenix receiving young talent and future Miami Draft equity
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Hypothetical third‑team facilitation to balance salaries en.wikipedia.org+8si.com+8bvmsports.com+8
One specific mock three‑team deal circulating includes Durant joining Denver, while Porter Jr. heads to Phoenix, and Atlanta flips veterans to Phoenix for role‑player depth si.com.
Weighing the Upside vs. Depth Concerns
Experts praise the potential offensive blitz of the Durant–Jokic alliance, dubbing it a “basketball nirvana.” However, detractors caution that such a deal could hollow out Denver’s bench. Writer Dan Favale notes that to accommodate Durant’s salary—nearly $55 million next year—the Nuggets might need to surrender key rotation pieces and future draft assets.
Jokic himself has previously emphasized Denver’s need for bench depth, warning that past Finals contenders with deeper rotations (e.g., Indiana, Oklahoma City, and Minnesota) held a competitive edge .
A Calculated Gamble
Those backing the move argue the potential payoff justifies the risk. Durant brings elite perimeter scoring and playoff experience, while Jokic’s unguardable interior game would be amplified. “Unless the Nuggets come calling… I’m not seeing exactly where KD lands,” Sam Amick told The Athletic, bolstering the narrative that Denver may find KD’s interest essential.
What’s Next
With the summer trade market looming, the Nuggets front office now faces a pivotal decision: whether to swing for a splashy move that reshapes the franchise’s trajectory—or stick with a more incremental approach prioritizing depth and continuity.
If finalized, Durant’s deal would mark one of the most seismic shifts of the offseason, pairing two of the league’s most lethal offensive talents under one banner.