An NBA insider discussed the possibility of a former 6-foot-11 contributor rejoining the Golden State Warriors this summer.

Kevin Durant declined a return to Golden State. Jimmy Butler's arrival changed the team's direction. Butler's addition led to a winning streak. Golden State prioritizes team cohesion. Phoenix prepares for Durant's exit.

Jimmy Butler, Kevin Durant Turn Heads With Offseason Move, Spark Warriors Rumors originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Golden State Warriors forward Jimmy Butler had a successful partial campaign following the trade deadline. It didn't take long for the former Miami Heat star to get comfortable alongside Stephen Curry and the rest of the squad.

I'm not saying Jimmy Butler's a better player than Kevin Durant, but Jimmy Butler's a content, happy-to-be-here Golden State Warrior who just with this iteration of the Warriors had a very strong ...

During its 111-104 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Friday in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, Oklahoma City became the highest-scoring team in league history, eclipsing a record the Golden State Warriors held for six years.

Throughout his career, Kevin Durant found most of his success during his time with the Golden State Warriors. During his three seasons with the Warriors, Durant won two NBA championships in back-to-back years.

Granted, winning a championship is a team effort; however, Durant has fallen short in his last two landing spots. Out of all the potential suitors for his services, the Heat have the least depth. Miami would need to gut its roster to acquire the 15-time All-Star.