The Phoenix Suns are playing hardball in the Kevin Durant trade saga, refusing to budge unless his preferred destinations—Miami, Houston, or San Antonio—improve their offers. Meanwhile, dark horse teams like the Clippers and Raptors lurk in the shadows. As a data-driven analyst with a soft spot for high-stakes NBA drama, I break down the numbers behind this chess match. Will KD get his wish, or will the Suns' calculus force an unexpected move?