Kevin Durant rejected a possible trade deal to return to the Golden State Warriors because he didn't want to relocate. 'I didn’t want to move,' the 36-year-old NBA star said in a conversation with Draymond Green and Baron Davis on a recent episode of their podcast,

Kevin Durant recently spoke out about his refusal to return to the Golden State Warriors before the NBA trade deadline. Now, franchise owner Joe Lacob has offered his response on the matter. The Golden State Warriors had a clear goal of acquiring a top-tier star before the February 6 NBA trade deadline.

Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant was a popular name in the rumor mill this season. The Suns, who are 26-28 at the All-Star break, have not had a great season overall. They are currently the No. 11 seed in the Western Conference and are just 3.5 games ahead of the No. 13 seed Portland Trail Blazers .