Amid Multiple Potential Trade Destinations, Kevin Durant May Shockingly Opt to Retire, Per Reliable NBA Insider

Kevin Durant could end up retiring from the NBA if the Brooklyn Nets fail to fulfil his demands, according to recent reports. The Nets superstar had given an ultimatum to team owner Joe Tsai regarding the firing of GM Sean Marks and head coach Steve Nash. However, Kevin Durant could threaten retirement if the organization refuses to comply with his demands.

It has been a couple of months since Durant requested a trade out of Brooklyn. However, the Nets front office has failed to reach an agreement with any NBA team and have lately displayed little enthusiasm in progressing further negotiations. Instead, they have made their intentions clear to drain any interested party’s resources in exchange of the 33-year-old superstar.

Under such circumstances, Brooklyn appears to be KD’s best option left for the upcoming season. However, the 12-time All-Star is reportedly willing to play the long game to fulfil his objectives.

Kevin Durant could retire from the NBA

According to a recent report by NBA insider Marc Stein, Kevin Durant could threaten retirement to attain his demands. “If Durant hasn’t been traded by [training camp], there is a growing expectation in league circles that he will continue trying to cause as much of a ruckus behind the scenes to try to prod the Nets into lowering their asking price at last to facilitate a deal“, the report stated.

In other words, KD’s refusal to play could sabotage Brooklyn’s plan to play the long game. As a result, they might be coerced into settling for much less than they had previously anticipated. The report comes in the wake of owner Joe Tsai publicly backing the franchise’s management after his meeting with Durant.

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Meanwhile, KD’s attempt could very much backfire. In fact, the 2014 MVP could potentially end up retiring if the Nets stay adamant in their stance.

Brooklyn Nets in the upcoming season

The Brooklyn Nets could easily contend for the title if Kevin Durant buys in to the cause. Kyrie Irving has signed his player option a while ago.

Additionally, Ben Simmons is expected to return healthy some time next season. Together they could become a dominant force in the East.

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