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One of the biggest storylines from last season centered around Ben Simmons and his desire to leave the Philadelphia 76ers. It was a long drawn-out saga that eventually ended with Simmons finally getting his wish after he was traded to the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for James Harden. Sixers coach Doc Rivers has now spoken […]

Amid all the drama surrounding Kevin Durant’s future with the Brooklyn Nets, much of the talk now has been on who’s to blame for causing such mess. NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal recently pinned the blame on Durant alone, noting that he “put a house together” and should live in it. However, for him, the superstar […]

Trade talks between the Brooklyn Nets and Los Angeles Lakers may be stalled at the moment, but Kyrie Irving would still like to reunite with LeBron James. From The Athletic’s Jovan Buha: “…All indications are that the Lakers are Irving’s top destination if he leaves Brooklyn, whether it’s via a trade between now and the […]

It’s been rather quiet on the Kevin Durant trade front lately, with the Brooklyn Nets seemingly struggling to find any team that will offer them the desired package for their superstar. At this point, it definitely feels like KD might stay with the team into training camp and potentially beyond. The latest rumblings from a […]

Kevin Durant is now reportedly set to sit down with Brooklyn Nets owner Joe Tsai as his trade saga drags on. He’s already indicated that he wants out, but at this point, Brooklyn’s insane trade demands are making things very difficult for both KD and rival teams that might be interested in the former league […]

It has been over a month now since reports emerged that Kevin Durant has requested a trade from the Brooklyn Nets. Until today, however, no deal is imminent. The Nets are asking for the sun and moon in any Durant trade. Aside from a plethora of picks and pick swaps, they are also reportedly seeking […]

Brooklyn Nets star Kevin Durant requested a trade right before NBA free agency opened just over a month ago, but it has been mostly quiet on the trade front. While the Boston Celtics’ reported inclusion in Durant discussions sparked some life in the rumor mill not too long ago, the excitement has died back down […]

A lot has been said about Ben Simmons’ lack of shooting, with fans and experts alike considering it his biggest weakness and the only thing that’s holding him back from true dominance. However according to his Brooklyn Nets teammate Seth Curry, the Australian point forward doesn’t really need to have shooting in his arsenal. Sure […]

The Boston Celtics and Brooklyn Nets are in the midst of trade negotiations involving Kevin Durant. The superstar has not yet retracted his trade request and the Celtics are a “serious threat” to land him in a trade. Boston’s most realistic trade package for Durant would include Jaylen Brown and perhaps Marcus Smart in order […]

The Kevin Durant trade saga continues with no end in sight. While the reported inclusion of the Boston Celtics as a trade suitor for the Brooklyn Nets star inserted some intrigue into the situation this past week, a deal doesn’t appear to be close. We’re now heading into August and are less than two months […]

There’s no denying that Kevin Durant and the Brooklyn Nets are caught in between a rock and a hard place right now. KD has already made it abundantly clear that he wants out, and the Nets have made the necessary moves to try and make this happen. However, Brooklyn hasn’t been very receptive with regard […]

Jaylen Brown has been the stuff of trade rumors of late after the All-Star swingman was linked to a possible move to the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for want-away superstar Kevin Durant. This is far from the first time Brown has seen his name dragged in trade whispers, too. As a matter of fact, former […]

It’s no secret that the Miami Heat want Kevin Durant. So much so that the team is reportedly willing to part ways with one of the most important members of their squad in order to land the former league MVP. There have been rumors linking Bam Adebayo as a potential trade centerpiece for the Heat […]

Last season, Kyrie Irving showed that he was willing to forgo basketball in order to stand up for his beliefs. The Brooklyn Nets star is now back as a full-time player, but it remains to be seen where he will spend the rest of his career. Irving ended up acquiescing in his anti-vaccine stance by […]

Kevin Durant requested a trade a few weeks ago but nothing has come to fruition. Although it is believed that he still wants to be moved, the Brooklyn Nets are reportedly holding out hope for a different scenario. According to ESPN, the Nets are hoping Durant changes his mind. Sources had reportedly stated that trading […]

The Los Angeles Lakers haven’t made much headway with regard to a Russell Westbrook-for-Kyrie Irving trade with the Brooklyn Nets. At this point, it seems that LA will need to get creative if they still want to reunite Kyrie with former Cleveland Cavaliers teammate LeBron James in Hollywood. An anonymous NBA insider seems to have […]

Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving has found himself in trade rumors for most of the offseason, particularly after Kevin Durant expressed a desire to play elsewhere. The talks have slowed down now though, with a growing belief the duo might end up staying with the Nets after all because teams aren’t meeting the team’s asking […]

When the Brooklyn Nets reportedly refused the Boston Celtics’ offer for Kevin Durant, it was said they wanted Marcus Smart, a role player and more picks included in the package. Now, we know why. According to Michael Scotto of Hoops Hype, Nets general manager Sean Marks “has long been a fan of Marcus Smart from afar,” which […]

There is seemingly nothing but uncertainty surrounding the Brooklyn Nets. The offseason has been dominated by contract talks, trade requests, and rumors surrounding the team. While there are some bigger moves sure to be on the horizon, the team must still focus on building a proper roster to compete this season. One name that has […]

At this point, it seems that Carmelo Anthony’s stint with the Los Angeles Lakers will come to an end after just one season. The 10-time All-Star remains to be a free agent at the moment, as he has yet to secure a new deal with LA. Right now, a few teams might be circling on […]

Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant go way back. These two used to be one of the most explosive duos in the NBA during their time together as teammates with the Oklahoma City Thunder. This was before KD decided to jump ship to join the Golden State Warriors, and everything sort of went downhill from there […]

The Brooklyn Nets have been quite busy of late as they try and find a trade deal for want-away superstar Kevin Durant. Reports suggest that if this comes to fruition, a Kyrie Irving deal could come shortly after. If and when the Nets are able to successfully pull the plug on their KD-Kyrie experiment this […]

Paul Pierce is without a doubt one of the most important figures in Boston Celtics franchise history. The Hall of Famer also appears to have some insider knowledge of his former team’s offseason dealings. In particular, “The Truth” seems to be in the know with regard to the Celtics’ supposed pursuit of Brooklyn Nets superstar […]

The Boston Celtics have emerged as the latest potential landing spot for Brooklyn Nets want-away superstar Kevin Durant. Be that as it may, a handful of other teams from around the league are still hoping to land the former MVP, and one of them happens to be the Miami Heat. At this point, however, it […]

A Kevin Durant superfan made a rather funny (and well “dirty”) declaration after meeting and dapping the Brooklyn Nets star. The young fan, apparently named Troy, managed to dap up KD while he was passing by along with his crew. Of course it made the kid’s day, so much so that he doesn’t want Durant’s […]

After over a month since Kevin Durant expressed his desire for a Brooklyn Nets exit, the trade rumors and reports continue to come out in a steady stream. The latest of which revolves around the reigning Eastern Conference champs – the Boston Celtics – and a said package centered on All-Star forward Jaylen Brown. While […]

Kevin Durant has been linked to the Boston Celtics as of late. The Celtics reportedly emerged as serious contenders to land the Brooklyn Nets superstar. However, Boston has been in the Durant sweepstakes longer than originally believed. According to Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report, the Celtics first inquired about KD in early July. That was […]

While he is no longer the dominant player he once was, Dwight Howard remains a solid role player. He is 36 years old and still more than capable of contributing to teams as a backup center. He spent last season with the Los Angeles Lakers, producing in some minutes off the bench. Howard averaged 6.2 […]

Kevin Durant was so close to becoming a member of the Boston Celtics. If only the C’s had a better offer than Jaylen Brown and Derrick White, then they could now be announcing KD’s arrival in Boston. This deal isn’t completely dead yet, though. FS1’s Nick Wright toyed with the idea of the Celtics possibly […]

Three-time All-Star Antoine Walker spent eight out of his 12 years in the NBA with the Boston Celtics. He may have won a title with the Miami Heat in 2006, but it’s hard to argue with the notion that the 6-foot-8 power forward is most known for his stint in Bean Town. It is also […]

Kyrie Irving has remained surprisingly loyal to the Brooklyn Nets amid the Kevin Durant trade saga. The enigmatic point guard has stayed true to his word when he decided to opt into the final year of his deal with the Nets, and just recently, Kyrie reiterated his desire to remain in Brooklyn for 2022-23 regardless […]

The Boston Celtics have thrown themselves in the mix for a Kevin Durant trade, and while their first offer has been rejected, they have become the favorites to land the superstar forward. According to Shams Charania of The Athletic, the Celtics are a “serious threat” to land Durant in a trade because they have the […]

Kevin Durant has been dominating NBA headlines of late after it was reported that he’s now emerged as a trade target for the Boston Celtics. The Brooklyn Nets superstar has kept mum about these latest trade links, though, as a potential move to Bean Town picks up steam. KD took to Twitter on Monday night, […]

Jaylen Brown has been the talk of the town of late after it was revealed that the All-Star forward could be on his way to the Brooklyn Nets. Earlier reports claim that the Boston Celtics have made an offer to the Nets centered around Brown in exchange for superstar Kevin Durant. Apparently, Brooklyn rejected the […]

NBA insider Shams Charania of The Athletic sent shockwaves across the basketball world on Monday after he reported that the Brooklyn Nets had rejected the Boston Celtics’ trade offer for Kevin Durant. Apparently, the Nets didn’t like Boston’s proposal centered around All-Star forward Jaylen Brown. Josh Horford, the younger brother of Celtics veteran Al Horford, […]

It has been weeks now since Kevin Durant asked for a trade, but he remains with the Brooklyn Nets with no imminent deal in sight. Sure enough, with how slow the process has been, questions have been raised whether the Nets really want to trade Durant. They have a massive asking price, but the fact […]

A major bomb was dropped on Monday after reports emerged that the Brooklyn Nets rejected the Boston Celtics’ trade offer for Kevin Durant that was centered around Jaylen Brown. Apparently, the Nets did not like what was on the table — something that renowned NBA analyst Chris “Mad Dog” Russo completely agrees with. Speaking on […]

The trade talks have been swirling all summer long around Brooklyn Nets duo Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving. And despite being linked to the Lakers on numerous occasions, the latter could be happy with staying with the Nets in 2022-23, regardless if KD stays put or not. Via Shams: Are the Brooklyn Nets still trying […]

The Boston Celtics future has been thrown in doubt this morning when it was announced that the team had sent a trade proposal to the Brooklyn Nets for their star forward Kevin Durant that included Boston’s young star forward Jaylen Brown. Many folks quickly assumed that Boston has emerged as the leading suitor for Durant, […]