The Boston Celtics may be the next NBA powerhouse to benefit from a high-profile trade, with whispers of Kevin Durant potentially joining their ranks.

After the Los Angeles Lakers pulled off a major heist by acquiring the Dallas Mavericks' best player, reports suggest Boston could now be in line for a similar fortune.

Nick Wright Sparks Durant-to-Boston Speculation

NBA Trade Rumors: Will the Boston Celtics Get Kevin Durant? NBA Trade Rumors: Will the Boston Celtics Get Kevin Durant?
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On a recent episode of "First Things First," Nick Wright dropped a revelation that could break any NBA trade rumor news.

"Two totally unrelated people, both of whom have reputations for knowing things that other people don't know, have said to me watch out for Durant in Boston," Wright said.

Phoenix Suns Ready to Move on from Durant

The Phoenix Suns are enduring a nightmare 2024-25 season, falling short of championship expectations despite their star-studded roster. Reports indicate that the Suns attempted to trade Durant at the 2025 NBA trade deadline without even informing him beforehand. Although a deal never materialized, it's clear Phoenix is ready to move on from the future Hall of Famer.

Durant's professionalism throughout the ordeal has been commendable. However, with the Suns failing to justify their sky-high payroll and title aspirations, a trade seems inevitable. Boston, with its championship pedigree and deep roster, could offer Durant the perfect landing spot to chase his third NBA title.

Why Boston Is the Perfect Fit for Durant

The Celtics are fresh off a dominant 2025 playoff run, including a sweep of the Indiana Pacers in the 2024 Eastern Conference Finals. Adding Durant to an already-stacked squad would instantly make Boston an Eastern juggernaut.

Durant's scoring prowess and ability to perform in high-pressure situations would complement Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown perfectly. The combination of elite defense and offensive firepower could make the Celtics virtually unstoppable.

Trade Logistics: How Boston Could Pull It Off

To make a trade of this magnitude happen, Boston would likely have to part with key assets. Young talent, future draft picks, or even a current star may be required to entice the Suns.

According to Valley of the Suns, trading Durant for Jaylen Brown could happen here, but there's a bigger factor why the Celtics could get the "Slim Reaper" this offseason.

Will the Celtics Strike Gold with Durant?

The bigger factor that we're referring to is the new Boston ownership under William "Bill" Chisholm. He could do the unthinkable—the same way that current Suns owner Mat Ishbia did when he got Durant from the Brooklyn Nets. Anything could happen and if Bill permits it, it could happen.