“This Explains the Viewership Decline”: Angry Fans Throw Shade at Kevin Durant After Bizarre Trade Request Claim

The NBA has seen a rise in players demanding trades in recent years, with superplayers like James Harden and Anthony Davis all causing stir with their trade requests. These requests have been dealt with mixed reactions from fans and analysts. Kevin Durant after his most dramatic trade saga also had a loud  opinion to share about the trade requests in the NBA.  

Kevin Durant in one of his recent interviews portrayed that trade requests are not necessarily a bad thing. According to Durant, trade requests bring “more excitement” to the NBA. 

Kevin Durant’s comment on trade requests in the NBA and fans wrath

Kevin Durant, one of the NBA’s most talented players, has made a bold statement about the growing trend of trade requests in the league. This statement has caused quite a fuzz among fans, with many people lashing out on social media. According to a tweet shared by ESPN, to quote Durant himself, “when a player can kinda dictate where he wants to go and leave in free agency or demand a trade, it’s just a part of the game now. So I don’t think it’s just a bad thing, it’s bringing more and more excitement to the game.” 

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Many fans agree with Durant’s opinion on the matter, pointing out that trade requests often lead to blockbuster deals and superstar acquisitions. And it can dramatically change the landscape of the league. However, others feel the need to criticise Durant’s comment. Fans took ESPN’s twitter post to share how they feel about KD’s statement on trade requests. Here are few responses by fans :

Kyrie Irving joins Kevin Durant in defending players’ right to request trades in the NBA

Kyrie Irving also weighed in on the matter. Irving said, “Why doesn’t anyone have the ability to ask for trades? That’s my question.” According to Irving, you are not going to get along with every employer. He further stated that “so if you have the chance to go somewhere else and you’re doing it legally, I don’t think there’s a problem with it.” 

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Kyrie Irving implies that players should have the freedom to go with the opportunities that align with their goals, even if it means to shift from their team to a team they are valued more. His statement perfectly aligns with KD’s beliefs.