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The Kevin Durant trade situation is heating up, and we might be close to finding out where he’ll land next.

According to reports, Durant has three teams in mind for a long-term commitment. He has the Miami Heat, San Antonio Spurs, and Houston Rockets all lined up.

However, the Phoenix Suns have made it clear that they will consider trades that are best for their franchise. Even if that means sending Durant somewhere he doesn’t prefer.

With an impressive average of 26.6 points, six rebounds, 4.2 assists, and 1.2 blocks per game this season, Durant is a valuable asset. But with only one year left on his contract, he might choose free agency next summer if he’s dealt to a team that doesn’t fit his style.

When it comes to potential trades, the Spurs are in an interesting position. They’ve got a rising star in Victor Wembanyama and are focused on building for the future. Trading for a seasoned player like Durant could feel risky as it might mean giving up on young talent.

However, the long-term commitment thing is not quite suiting up with the NBA fans on social media.

Kevin Durant’s Long-Term Preference For Teams Leaves NBA Fans Confused

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While Kevin Durant is in high spirits with his long-term commitment to the next team, NBA fans are left bewildered.

“All states that have no state income tax,” a fan quipped.

“Saying “commit long-term” as if dude’s not 37 years old is crazy af. What will he do long-term? Coach the team too?” another fan commented.

“He has never committed to anything long-term in his career. Always just looking for the easiest path,” a third fan joked.

“KD would prob have 2 more rings if he stayed in Golden State,” a fourth fan added.

“Long term the guy is 36 and has a loser’s mindset. Kevin Durant gave up a great situation to keep going inferior last place franchise,” another fan said.

“Long term means one full season,” a user added.

Whether or not Kevin Durant goes to the Spurs, he is committed to going all in.

Houston Texans star Azeez Al-Shaair has admitted regrets over his illegal hit to Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence and the ensuing brawl between the teams in a lengthy statement on social media.  

Al-Shaair’s statement comes as his three-game suspension as a result of the incident has ended and he is slated to return to the field for the Texans on Sunday against the Tennessee Titans.

On December 1, an Al-Shaair hit to the head of a sliding and defenseless Lawrence caused chaos in Jacksonville. The defensive back needed to be restrained by several coaches and Lawrence has not played since taking the barbaric contact.

‘While so many jumped at the first opportunity to hop on the false narrative – that l’m a dirty player or bad person – the messages from all who stood by me were the only things keeping me mentally afloat during a time of isolation,’ Al-Shaair said on social media.

‘I’ve learned so much from this entire experience. Seeing myself on video – letting my emotions get the best of me to the point where I completely lost it – was an embarrassing and eye-opening moment for me.’

‘I’ve had to earn everything in my life. I never want to allow anyone to get me to a point where I jeopardize everything that I’ve worked all my life to obtain. That was not the way I want to represent myself or my family and I will continue to learn and grow from that moment.’

Azeez Al-Shaair has admitted regrets over his hit to Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence
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Azeez Al-Shaair has admitted regrets over his hit to Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence

The Texans defensive back was suspended for three games as a result of the hit to Lawrence
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The Texans defensive back was suspended for three games as a result of the hit to Lawrence

Al-Shaair said during his three-game ban, he met with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and other league executives for the first time, taking issue with how he was characterized in the official announcement of his suspension.

The defender said he thought his character and integrity were ‘unjustifiably smeared’ in the release but the meeting with Goodell and others was ‘productive’ and gave him hope it would not happen again.

‘In that conversation – man-to-man – I owned and acknowledged that my actions following my ejection were careless and, in that moment, I didn’t think about the responsibility I have been blessed with to represent the shield,’ Al-Shaair continued.

‘I also stated that the letter, and specifically the language used in the letter, was equally as careless and conveyed that the context of the words used were not a reflection of my character, nor my career, as I have not been warned multiple times for my play on the field.’

Al-Shaair’s hit on Lawrence was not the only controversial incident he was involved in this season.

During the Texans’ game against the Bears in September, he punched Roschon Johnson, who wasn’t even in the game at the time of another sideline confrontation.

Al-Shaair ended his statement by saying his view is that everyone in the league office and on the field are on the same team to represent the NFL in the best nature possible, something he failed to do earlier this month.

‘Lastly, I’ll say that this world is full of negative people who can’t wait to tear you down, but if you move with love and compassion, the seeds of good you planted in others’ lives can grow into the very tree that shades you with comfort and compassion when you need it most,’ Al-Shaair concluded.

‘I am a man of God, I am a leader, a warrior and a lover. I am also a hell of a football player and I’m grateful to be back doing what I love.’