The NBA's schedule release has most fans excited for the 2025-26 season. One of the most talked-about teams after the announcement was the Phoenix Suns. The Suns are among the teams that have the toughest schedule. They have 16 back-to-back games, along with the Philadelphia 76ers, Denver Nuggets, Charlotte Hornets and Washington Wizards.

On Friday, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald revealed the package Miami offered the Suns for Durant, which may surprise Heat fans. Jackson reported the Heat offered Andrew Wiggins, Terry Rozier, Jaime Jaquez, Haywood Highsmith and the 20th overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. This draft pick became Kasparas Jakucionis.