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Are Warriors in talks with Nets for Kevin Durant trade? | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Ever since Kevin Durant made it public that he was looking to get out of Brooklyn, rumors have been swirling around who the Nets will trade him to. One of the possibilities that Nick Wright is absolutely not rooting for is KD’s former team, the Golden State Warriors. In fact, Nick doubts KD, Steph Curry, or any of the Golden State fans are rooting for this trade. Watch as he breaks down why this is not a Warriors’ reunion that he would want to see.

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Should Lakers be all-in for Kyrie Irving? | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Kyrie Irving opted into his $37 million player option with the Brooklyn Nets earlier this week. However, a report says that he is quote: ‘focused on forcing himself to the Lakers.’ If Kyrie joined, he would reunite with LeBron James from their Cleveland Cavaliers days. Ric Bucher shares the only reason for the Los Angeles Lakers to be all-in on Kyrie.

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Kevin Durant or Kyrie Irving to blame for Nets fallout? | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Kevin Durant has reportedly requested a trade from the Brooklyn Nets. This news comes on the heels of Kyrie Irving flirting with the possibility of leaving Brooklyn for LA to join the Los Angeles Lakers. Durant has 4 years remaining on his deal. Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho ponder who is to blame for the Brooklyn Nets fallout.

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Zion Williamson, Pelicans agree on 5yr, $231M max contract | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

New Orleans Pelicans and Zion Williamson have agreed in principle on a rookie max contract extension worth upwards of $230 Million. Williamson set out the entirety of the 2021-2022 NBA season, which leaves Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho to ponder if they Pelicans are making a mistake by giving Zion a max deal.

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What KD wanting out means for Brooklyn and his legacy | THE HERD

Kevin Durant broke the NBA world by requesting a trade from the Brooklyn Nets. The question is where he will suit up next season. Kyrie Irving’s future is also ambiguous as the Nets plan to trade the point guard. This marks KD’s fourth stop after stints with the Oklahoma City Thunder, Golden State Warriors and Nets. Does this tell something about the veteran forward? Joy Taylor explains why she is ‘on KD’s side,’ but also warns him about how a fifth stop would impact his legacy.

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Why the KD, Kyrie trade won't happen for Lakers | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright proposes three trade scenarios for Kevin Durant after the Brooklyn star reveals he’s out on playing for the Nets this season. Watch as he explains that while a specific Los Angeles trade would work, he doesn’t see it happening for the Lakers. Plus he reveals two other NBA teams that would be perfect landing spots for KD.

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Kevin Durant looks to get out of Brooklyn | FIRST THINGS FIRST

In a shocking turn of events, news broke yesterday that Kevin Durant has requested a trade from the Brooklyn Nets. The former MVP and his business manager are working with the Nets front office to find a new team to take him on, despite everyone getting the feeling things would settle down in Brooklyn after Kyrie Irving made the decision to opt in to another season. Nick Wright and Chris Broussard share their thoughts in this development, and what this means for the future of the Nets.

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Suns, Clippers emerge as primary suitors for Kevin Durant | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Kevin Durant has reportedly requested a trade from the Brooklyn Nets. This news comes on the heels of Kyrie Irving flirting with the possibility of leaving Brooklyn for LA to joins LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers. Irving opted into the final year of his Nets deal however Kevin Durant has asked the Nets to trade him just days later. Ric Bucher shares which team will be the best fit for Kevin Durant.

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KD requests trade, reportedly has Suns and Heat on wish list | SPEAK FOR YOURSELF

Shams Chanaria reported that Kevin Durant requested a trade from the Brooklyn Nets. General Manager Sean Marks is working with KD and his business manager on a trade. The veteran forward reportedly has the Phoenix Suns and Miami Heat on his wish list. Marcellus Wiley and Emmanuel Acho share their reactions, including what this means for KD’s future and the Nets’ next steps.

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