NBA Rumors: The 3 surprising teams that want Kevin Durant

We have all heard about the prominent teams trying to sign Kevin Durant this summer. From the San Antonio Spurs to the Miami Heat and the New York Knicks, there are some potentially strong contenders looking for KD to lead them to the top.

But according to Sam Quinn of CBS Sports, the following three "wild cards" are surprise teams that would fit well with Durant and could enter the race for his signing.

Memphis Grizzlies

The Grizzlies made it past the play-in stage this season but quickly fell in the first round to the Oklahoma City Thunder in four straight games, including a 51-point loss. With a point guard like Ja Morant and a center like Jaren Jackson Jr., who are true stars, Durant would be a great addition to team up with them and take this playoff fringe team to competing at a higher level.

However, Quinn points out that reportedly KD turned down the option to go to the Grizzlies after they made an offer to the Phoenix Suns at the trade deadline. It is unknown if he will maintain this stance this summer.

Detroit Pistons

The Pistons made a significant leap to becoming a legitimate playoff team last season. Adding Durant to lead a young core featuring the emerging superstar Cade Cunningham and other promising young talents could elevate Motor City into one of the top teams in the Eastern Conference.

Los Angeles Clippers

The Clippers had an impressive season with 50 wins, even though Kawhi Leonard only played 37 games. They were not far from advancing in the playoffs, taking the Denver Nuggets to seven games in the first round. Adding KD to the core of Kawhi, James Harden, and Ivica Zubac would make the Clippers a challenging opponent to beat next season.

But there is a hitch with this scenario, as Quinn notes: "Would Durant want to play with James Harden again? That could be a hurdle. Apparently, the two did not part ways on the best terms in Brooklyn."

In conclusion, as Quinn puts it, "Durant, given that expiring contract and often temperamental behavior, has quite a bit of say here. If he doesn't want to go somewhere, he can likely scuttle any deal."

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