Jimmy Butler, you are a Phoenix Sun. That is if Kevin Durant gets what he reportedly wants. The source of Durant’s desires is questionable, so take it with a grain of salt, but former NBA player turned analyst Kendrick Perkins thinks the Suns are aiming to trade for Butler and it has everything to do with Durant.

The Suns, already armed with Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and Bradley Beal, are reportedly exploring moves to bolster their roster. However, Young took to social media to pitch an alternative strategy. Keep in mind that Jimmy Butler is one of the hottest names in trade talks this season, with the Suns rumored to be serious contenders .

Kendrick Perkins believes that the Suns are pursuing Jimmy Butler, so they can please and extend Kevin Durant.

Book has had everything handed to him since James Jones arrived. Promising new rookies. (Josh Jackson, Deandre Ayton, Mikal Bridges and Cam Johnson). All-time great veterans (Chris Paul, Durant and Beal). New coaches (Monty Williams, Frank Vogel and Mike Budenholzer). The franchise has even upgraded the locker room and practice facility.

Kevin Durant has made a bold admission about the Phoenix Suns amid rumours linking them with the Miami Heat's Jimmy Butler.

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