Kevin Durant and the Brooklyn Nets saga doesn’t seem to be nearing an end. The subject of his future has been a hot topic around the town. Fans are left wondering what follows next in KD’s career as a unique twist surfaces almost every day.
Several teams have attempted to gain Durant’s talents. However, they have been unable to meet the Brooklyn Nets’ asking price for their ace. The Nets seek an All-Star talent, impact players, and a boatload of draft compensation in exchange. Reportedly, a new team appears to have entered the trade sweepstakes for the human sniper.
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NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski decided to drop yet another Woj bomb as he reported the Nets and Boston Celtics have engaged in trade talks. He did, however, indicate that they are not frontrunners for Durant’s signature. Jayson Tatum is reportedly “off limits”, but the potential inclusion of Jaylen Brown in any trade package makes them an appealing contender.
ESPN Sources: As Brooklyn Nets star Kevin Durant’s trade request approaches its fourth week, the Boston Celtics have emerged among teams engaged in talks on a possible deal. Story: https://t.co/eXpn6fRoYl
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) July 25, 2022
Jaylen Brown has been an integral part of the Boston Celtics project and their surge to the NBA Finals last season. Apparently, the franchise considers their star guard untouchable.
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However, the idea of pairing Kevin Durant alongside Tatum would be music to the ears of the Celtic front office.
BREAKING: The Celtics and Nets have had trade discussions regarding Kevin Durant — Jayson Tatum is reportedly “off limits”, per @wojespn.
Here we go. 🍿 pic.twitter.com/Y4vrnHFOCp
— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) July 25, 2022
Boston is now one of several franchises that can be labeled strong contenders for Durant. The Heat, Suns, and Raptors are also said to be in discussions with the Nets about a potential trade for the forward.
Will Kevin Durant once again join a team that eliminated him from the playoffs?
Kevin Durant caused a stir a few years back when he announced his departure from the Oklahoma City Thunder. In 2016, he joined the Golden State Warriors, a team that had eliminated his Thunder the previous year.
#OTD in 2016 Kevin Durant decided to start his next chapter and joined the Warriors. pic.twitter.com/Q0XQgeLrQB
— theScore (@theScore) July 4, 2022
Durant’s decision sparked widespread criticism, with supporters dubbing him a “villain”. He recently blasted the individuals who said he isn’t the “bus driver.” Durant even called Nick Wright out after he questioned the player calling himself a “god”.
A god. Just like you are but u rather be a peasant https://t.co/ZSmUmhGl1D
— Kevin Durant (@KDTrey5) April 1, 2022
With the Celtics entering trade discussions, history might repeat itself. Boston swept the Brooklyn Nets in the playoffs last season. As a result, any discussion of Durant relocating to Boston was likely to spark uproar.
The recent report concerning Durant’s future has sparked outrage among supporters
When Durant joined the Warriors, the power dynamic shifted considerably in the Dubs’ direction. Their offensive firepower was too much for their opponents to withstand. KD’s decision obviously sparked outrage.
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Durant is now the focus of the same fan wrath as a fresh report concerning his future surfaces.
https://twitter.com/PGSupremacy/status/1551455806222204928
Bruh homeboy always shows up when everything built already 😂
— 6K1LLY (@King_thing4) July 25, 2022
PLEASE NOOOO
— Anthony DiMarzio🍀 (@adimarzi9) July 25, 2022
@zsx_simon hardest road part 2
— Alpotheosis (@alpotheosis) July 25, 2022
https://twitter.com/LordAddison/status/1551482655023284224
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Well the snake needs better players to carry him so doesn’t make sense to include Tatum
— Bones (@bones24jr) July 25, 2022
Kevin Durant if you can't beat em join em!!
— Lorence Max 🦅 🦅🏀 (@LorenceMax) July 25, 2022
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