NBA Trade and Signing News: Kevin Durant to Rockets, Deandre Ayton to Lakers, and More (July 7, 2025)
NBA Trade and Signing News Roundup: July 7, 2025 The NBA offseason is in full swing, and July 7, 2025, brought a flurry of trade and signing activity that has fans buzzing. From blockbuster deals to strategic signings, teams across the league are reshaping their rosters for the 2025-26 season. Here’s a comprehensive look at the latest moves that dominated headlines in the United States. Major Trades That Shook the League One of the biggest stories of the day was the finalization of the NBA’s first-ever seven-team trade, headlined by Kevin Durant’s move from the Phoenix Suns to the Houston Rockets. The Rockets acquired Durant and Clint Capela, while the Suns received Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the No. 10 pick (Khaman Maluach), and multiple second-round picks. Other teams involved, including Atlanta, Brooklyn, Golden State, the LA Lakers, and Minnesota, exchanged draft picks and role players like David Roddy and Adou Thiero. This historic trade, which had been in the works since before ...