Durant's name has swirled through the rumor mill for a while now, much to his initial surprise. When Phoenix cut ties with former coach Mike Budenolzer upon completion of its colossally disappointing (and wildly expensive) campaign, ESPN's Shams Charania relayed that the club "is expected to engage in trade discussions involving Durant."

Upon his return after over a month sidelined by a blood clot, Damian Lillard played 37 minutes in Game 2, scoring 14 points on 4-of-13 shooting and grabbing four rebounds with three assists. He appeared winded, missing both his three-point attempts, which is expected after a month's return.