Phoenix Suns GM was requested why Kevin Durant wasn’t acquired by Phoenix this offseason. Jones’ reply was about as easy because it will get.
“Brooklyn wished to maintain Kevin Durant”, mentioned Jones.
Jones went on to say the Suns talked with the Nets a few Durant commerce, however that these talks by no means bought actually far.
“We had discussions with Brooklyn about their needs and what they had been attempting to do, however finally, I might say like most groups, there was nothing to it.” When pressed concerning the nature of the negotiations, Jones mentioned “Not a lot dialogue, in-depth dialogue.”