Is it finally happening? Kevin Durant might be on the move again—and if Suns insiders are to be believed, the Valley’s front office could soon be shaking hands with South Beach executives over a blockbuster deal. But while most headlines scream about KD’s next destination, it’s the other name in the mix—Andrew Wiggins—that might turn out to be the best plot twist since Ray Allen’s corner three in Game 6.

Once dubbed “Maple Jordan,” once forgotten in Minnesota, and once reborn in Golden State’s title run, Wiggins is now being floated as a key part of a Miami Heat trade package that would land Kevin Durant in South Florida. According to a Suns source, “There is no clear leader. The Texas teams are out unless they put real pieces on the table.” Translation: this isn’t a KD garage sale. Phoenix wants return value—and Wiggins, weirdly enough, might be that value.

Let’s break it down. Miami’s best offer so far? Andrew Wiggins, Duncan Robinson, the No. 20 pick in this year’s draft, plus first-rounders in 2029 and 2031. They’ve made it clear they’re not willing to toss in prized youngsters like Kel’el Ware or Jaime Jaquez Jr. Yet this package is gaining traction in Phoenix, where the vibe is more “retool” than “rebuild.” And hey, you could do worse than acquiring a proven playoff wing with championship experience and a silky midrange jumper.

And don’t just take our word for it. Back in 2015, the late Joe “Jellybean” Bryant—yes, Kobe’s dad—told a reporter: “I think the kid in Minnesota has a chance to be special… Wiggins. You talk about the size frame and those kinds of things. Wiggins has the chance to be special, because really I don’t see anyone else.”

That was when Wiggins was still trying to figure out where to stand on defense. Fast forward to 2022, and he was the Golden State Warriors’ second-best player in the Finals. He defended Jayson Tatum like his career depended on it (spoiler: it did), grabbed boards like prime Shawn Marion, and finally embraced the grind of elite team basketball.

The Wiggins Fit With Devin Booker and the Suns

Now imagine that version of Wiggins sliding into Phoenix, next to Devin Booker, who’s quietly become the Suns’ cornerstone. No, he’s not replacing Kevin Durant’s scoring gravity. But Wiggins doesn’t need 25 shots a night to be impactful. He cuts, he defends, he runs the floor—and he’s learned how to play next to generational stars without stepping on toes. Ask Steph.

The Suns aren’t just looking for bodies. They’re looking for a fit. And Wiggins, at 30, with a chip on his shoulder and a ring on his resume, might be the right puzzle piece. “If we’re trading Kevin Durant,” said one Suns exec off record, “we’re not tearing it down. We’re still trying to win.” That alone explains why names like Jabari Smith and Jalen Green from Houston didn’t move the needle—they’re potential. Wiggins is proof.

Now, what about KD?

Kevin Durant’s name has been tied to Miami, Houston, San Antonio, and even an interest to the North in Toronto. The Suns aren’t budging for cheap. Remember, this is the same organization that once turned down four first-rounders for Mikal Bridges. And the person inside the front office who reportedly wanted to trade Kevin Durant at the deadline? According to a Suns source: “He no longer works for the Phoenix Suns.” Savage.

So, where does that leave us? If the Heat get Durant, Erik Spoelstra will be running the show like peak Gregg Popovich. The Suns, meanwhile, get Wiggins, shooting from Duncan Robinson, and draft capital to build for the now and the future. No tanking. No wasting Devin Booker’s prime. Just a high-IQ reshuffle.

And for Wiggins? This could be the resurrection arc we didn’t know we needed. He won’t be asked to be Kobe, or even Maple Jordan. Just to be himself—reliable, athletic, disciplined. The dude guarded Luka and Tatum in back-to-back playoff series. You think he’s scared of guarding Anthony Edwards?

Bottom line: Kevin Durant might be the headline, but Andrew Wiggins could be the difference-maker. This deal—if it happens—won’t just shift the power balance. It might remind everyone that sometimes the biggest trades don’t revolve around who leaves, but who arrives ready to win.