As shared by ESPN’s Shams Charania, Durant has informed those around the league that the Miami Heat, Houston Rockets, and San Antonio Spurs are the three franchises he would commit to if traded from the Phoenix Suns. That significantly narrows the field in what has been a highly speculated trade market.

All along, we've heard that three teams were at the top of Kevin Durant's list: the San Antonio Spurs, Houston Rockets and Miami Heat. All three made varying degrees of sense. There was not, at least initially, any separation within that group. They were listed together.

The Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant has recently shut down the possibility of teaming up with a Western Conference superstar.

Kevin Durant Urged to Join Miami Heat by NBA Analyst Amid Rumors originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Phoenix Suns and 15-time NBA All-Star Kevin Durant are expected to mutually find a trade suitor in the coming days or weeks. As Durant's trade saga continues to unfold, the Miami Heat have remained a top trade destination for the 36-year-old.

That the Phoenix Suns are looking to shop Kevin Durant is no secret. Plenty of teams have thrown their hat into the ring to acquire the two-time champion, but so far, no clear favorite has emerged.

Minnesota does not want to make a seismic change if Durant isn't on board. The question is whether there’s any chance he comes around to it.

Greg Cote’s Poll Dance is a weekly survey usually on sports. In today’s 44th installment: Should the Miami Heat once again pursue acquiring Kevin Durant? Vote now!