Phoenix Suns' forward Kevin Durant could venture north of the border for his next NBA destination. NBA insider Marc Stein reported that the Raptors could be a potential landing spot for Durant if they pivot from trying to acquire Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo.

This past season, the Toronto Raptors finished with a 30-52 record and missed the playoffs for the fourth time in the last five seasons. Furthermore, they secured the No. 9 pick in the upcoming NBA Draft after the draft lottery.

When Giannis Antetokounmpo is mentioned as a trade candidate, it is tempting to say the Raptors aren’t ready to make that push. However, they are more ready to do it from a financial standpoint than the Pacers were then,