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Kevin Durant Responds to Mat Ishbia's Regret Over Suns' Trade for Star, '#blameKD'

Kevin Durant fired back at Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia after Ishbia expressed regret over trading for the superstar forward.

By · Published October 17, 2026  21:32 UTC · Updated October 17, 2026  23:24 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: Kevin Durant fired back at Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia after Ishbia expressed regret over trading for the superstar forward.
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Mat Ishbia publicly expressed regret over trading for Kevin Durant, triggering an immediate dispute between the Phoenix Suns team owner and the star forward now playing for Houston. ESPN notes Durant fired back directly at Ishbia for his negative framing of Durant's Suns tenure, while Bleacher Report cites Durant responding to Ishbia's regret with '#blameKD'. Yet the dispute reveals an unexpected post-trade dynamic: Sports Illustrated asserts the Rockets star actually taught the Suns owner a valuable lesson rather than simply leaving Phoenix with remorse.

Trade commentary reignited an existing feud between the player and franchise leadership. According to azcentral.com and The Arizona Republic, the two are feuding again over Ishbia's public trade remarks. Durant's reaction pushed back aggressively on the owner's stance; Yahoo Sports shows Durant asserted that Ishbia should be giving thanks every chance he gets, disputing the owner's regretful framing of the move.

Looking ahead, the stated facts point to lasting friction between Ishbia and Durant as the forward continues his career with the Rockets. The public exchange underscores an unresolved chapter for the Suns organization following the blockbuster trade, setting an acrimonious tone between Phoenix ownership and its former star.

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Why are Kevin Durant and Mat Ishbia feuding?

Mat Ishbia expressed regret over the Phoenix Suns trading for Kevin Durant, prompting Durant to criticize Ishbia for negatively framing his Suns tenure.

How did Kevin Durant respond to Mat Ishbia's comments?

Durant responded using the hashtag '#blameKD' and publicly told Ishbia that he should be giving thanks every chance he gets.

What team does Kevin Durant currently play for?

Coverage identifies Kevin Durant as a star playing for the Houston Rockets.

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