Kevin Durant’s trade request affects anything and everything related to the NBA. It feels like the league’s world has stopped rotating, and will only continue once it’s fulfilled.

It makes sense. Durant is one of the best players in the history of the NBA. It’s rare that such a player requests a trade, and when they do, it has a widespread effect across the league.

By now, you’ve probably seen the common hypothetical landing spots. Most observers expect to see Durant in a Suns, Heat, or Raptors jersey in 2022-23. On the other hand, there are barriers to getting a deal done with each of those teams.

The Suns just inked Deandre Ayton to a max extension. Now, they can’t trade him until January 15th, which means they’ve lost one of their best Durant bargaining chips. The Heat are simply lacking in assets to acquire Durant, while the Raptors appear unwilling to part with Scottie Barnes.

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If none of those teams remain viable landing spots, the Nets may have to get creative to move their superstar wing.

Here are three out-of-the-box trades they should consider.