Stephen Curry Gets Dragged Into Ugly Kevin Durant Debate on National TV Amid Kyrie Irving “Trust” Decision

Kyrie Irving left the NBA World in shambles with his request for a trade from the Brooklyn Nets. Hours after this announcement, discussions about his next move were the main focus. Reports suggested that teams across the league were weighing their options to secure a deal with the eight-time All-Star. Amid these ramblings, the question of Kevin Durant‘s future with the Nets consumed the NBA community. Would he request a trade deal and follow Irving’s footsteps? Or would he stay and build a team around him? The community dwelled in these discussions while Stephen A Smith dished out a harsh reality check to Kevin Durant.

Kevin Durant left the Golden State Warriors in 2019 and signed a deal with the Nets. His departure from the Warriors shook the league, for the Warriors had created a dynasty that was supposedly falling apart. His move didn’t sit well with fans, and they needed to understand the reasons behind his move. Having said that, with Durant’s caliber, the expectation was for the Nets to soar up high and potentially grab the championship title. These expectations grew with Irving and Durant taking the floor together. However, this has yet to be the case. The Nets have had injury-plagued and tumultuous seasons. Further, with Irving’s departure, the uncertainty around Durant’s future has increased. 

Stephen A Smith gives Kevin Durant a reality check after the Kyrie Irving saga

Amid these growing uncertainties, Durant’s legacy was up for debate, and his decision to leave the Warriors naturally made its way into the conversation. With this in mind, Stephen A Smith weighed in with his opinion about this whole debacle.

Read More: Who Is Kyrie Irving’s Stepmother, Shetellia Riley? Woman Who Has Had Major Impact on His Trade Request

While talking about Durant’s departure from the Warriors, Smith stated that he didn’t just leave an organization, but he left a player like Stephen Curry. He said, “What will forever be attached to him is that he left Steph Curry to join Kyrie Irving.” Further, he added that Durant placed his trust in a player like Irving, who found several ways to cause trouble off the court and ended up in the headlines.

He stated that the two-time NBA Champion placed his “trust” in Irving, who for most of his tenure wasn’t “available”. Smith said, “That ultimately will get attached to Kevin Durant more so than just saying, ‘Well you know what? I wanted to part from Golden State.'”

Watch This Story – Top 5 performances from 30-year-old Kyrie Irving during glittering NBA career

Some reports state that Durant could make his way back to the bay. These ‘ifs’ and ‘buts’ flourish through this situation. With that said, do you agree with Stephen A Smith? Do you think Durant will head back to team up with Curry? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.