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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 […]

Do the Brooklyn Nets really need to get rid of both Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving this 2022 NBA offseason? While we wait for how the Brooklyn Nets try to deal with Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving, it would be too simplistic to say that the Nets have had an “incomplete” offseason. Instead, let’s look […]

LAS VEGAS – The Brooklyn Nets continue to hold the future of the NBA in the palm of their hands as they decide what to do with stars Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving. Both stars reportedly want out of Brooklyn after three disappointing years together, but should Brooklyn trade them? Well, if you ask Kenny […]

Kyrie Irving’s 2021-22 season could be summed up in a few words: “COVID vaccine.” The Brooklyn Nets star became the center of attention last year for his adamant refusal to get the jab. Because of the city’s COVID restrictions at the time, Irving was forced to sit out all of the Nets’ home games. As […]

It’s no secret the Los Angeles Lakers still need an influx of shooting. As long as Kyrie Irving remains available via trade, though, the purple-and-gold are apparently highly unlikely to go out and get it. ESPN’s Dave McMenamin reported on Friday that though Los Angeles has “interest” in acquiring sharpshooters Buddy Hield of the Indiana […]

At this point in the offseason, the Los Angeles Lakers better have a solid Plan B in the works. A blockbuster trade deal for Kyrie Irving does not seem to be on the horizon with the Brooklyn Nets playing hardball on the enigmatic star. Right now, it’s becoming increasingly clear that the Lakers could fall […]

Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving have dominated NBA offseason headlines. People want to know where they will play next year but it remains unclear at the moment. However, an entirely new conspiracy has emerged in reference to Durant’s Brooklyn Nets trade request, per realGM. Dave McMenamin of ESPN shared a wild theory about KD’s real motives […]

The Los Angeles Lakers had a highly disappointing season and are looking to bounce back. The Lakers have altered their roster to have a younger supporting cast around LeBron James and Anthony Davis. New head coach Darvin Ham will need to make a quick turnaround as they have a limited title window. LeBron can’t play […]

Despite the fact that Brooklyn Nets superstars Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving have both been the stuff of headlines of late, it is clear that there have been no substantial developments with regard to their respective trades away from their current team. At this point, it has become increasingly plausible that Durant and Irving end […]

Don’t let their recent inactiveness fool you. At this point, the Los Angeles Lakers seem to be working hard behind the scenes to pull off a blockbuster trade deal (or two) that should make a significant impact on their title hopes this coming season. According to NBA insider Sam Amico of Hoops Wire, not only […]

The Los Angeles Lakers offseason has been a strange one. After a lackluster season filled with injury troubles, the Lakers are looking to make a quick turnaround and return to a competitive level in the NBA. Plenty of trades involving Los Angeles have been tossed around, most notably for Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving. However, […]

Compared to when the news originally broke, trade rumors involving Kyrie Irving have become much less frequent. NBA fans and media couldn’t help being antsy about a massive superteam breakup underway in Brooklyn. Things have been quieter since, as many have realized that a deal is going to take a while, but reports have emerged […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James had the Drew League buzzing on Saturday, teaming up with DeMar DeRozan for an epic show. LeBron put forth a number of highlight-reel plays en route to 42 points in a surprisingly close victory. While The King struggled with his 3-point shot, he looked to be in great shape […]

LeBron James grabbed headlines on Saturday when he made a surprise appearance in the Drew League. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar wasn’t just a spectator too, as LeBron suited up to play in the high-profile exhibition game. Apparently, another NBA star that was supposed to make his presence known in the Drew League was none […]

The Brooklyn Nets and Kyrie Irving still have a very unclear future. Irving opted in to his contract but is expected to be traded. His potential destination is uncertain. The Los Angeles Lakers have been talked about in rumors, but there would be a lot of moving pieces in a Brooklyn-LA deal. Could Irving return […]

The Brooklyn Nets duo of Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving, along with Donovan Mitchell of the Utah Jazz have all been the stuff of headlines of late as their futures with their respective teams continue to be the talk of the town. All three superstars appear to be on the brink of finding a new […]

Despite all the trade rumors that have been circling within and around the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason, this team has not made any noteworthy moves to significantly improve its roster for 2022-23. There have been a handful of free agent signings, but none that are expected to make a major impact on the team […]

There hasn’t been a lot of traction in trade talks involving Russell Westbrook and Kyrie Irving, with the Los Angeles Lakers failing to offer the Brooklyn Nets an enticing enough package. Well, according to reports, the San Antonio Spurs could be a third team involved who may be in the mix to acquire Russ. Via […]

Right now, reports suggest that the Los Angeles Lakers are the frontrunners to land Kyrie Irving in a potential trade deal with the Brooklyn Nets. They aren’t alone in their chase, though, with the Miami Heat also looking like they’re in the mix for the enigmatic point guard. Frank Isola of ESPN recently reported that […]

Despite having other roster concerns, the Brooklyn Nets are interested in trading for Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell. Donovan Mitchell trade rumors have heated up once more. With the Utah Jazz seemingly aimed at rebuilding and potentially targeting French big man Victor Wembanyama, the three-time NBA All-Star looks to be next on the trading block. […]

Despite Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving trade rumors pretty much filling the majority of the headlines of late, it is becoming increasingly clear that the Brooklyn Nets are having a hard time finding suitable trade partners for their two superstars. This could have a lot to do with the Nets’ asking price, and at this […]

Much has been made about the Los Angeles Lakers’ pursuit of Kyrie Irving, as they look to reunite the enigmatic star with his former teammate LeBron James. It feels like the Lakers are now on the brink of bringing Kyrie to LA in a blockbuster deal that will also likely put an end to the […]

Kyrie Irving’s home in the 2022-23 season has yet to be decided. While he is currently under contract with the Brooklyn Nets, the rumors surrounding him joining the Los Angeles Lakers persist. Although seeing Irving team up with LeBron James again would be a sight to behold, Irving will most likely be remaining with Brooklyn. […]

Goran Dragic ultimately signed with the Brooklyn Nets last season after reaching a buyout agreement with the San Antonio Spurs. But, it wasn’t all sunshine and rainbows playing alongside star duo Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving. Dragic recently spoke to a Slovenian outlet and got brutally honest on how difficult it was at times trying […]

Nobody knows how the Brooklyn Nets will look next season. With the Kevin Durant trade request rocking the NBA offseason and the Kyrie Irving trade rumors to the Lakers for Russell Westbrook in full swing, the team exists on uncertain ground at present. But apparently if it were up to Kyrie Irving, he’s rather shut […]

The Los Angeles Lakers’ quest to bring Kyrie Irving to Hollywood remains to be a bit of a struggle right now. There appears to be no real progress between the Lakers and the Brooklyn Nets in terms of the growing trade rumors, with both teams seemingly unwilling to give in to each other’s demands. NBA […]

There have been whispers connecting Kyrie Irving and the Los Angeles Lakers for quite some time. For a brief period of time, it seemed Irving might accept the mid-level exception and sacrifice about $30 million to join the team. The Nets superstar ultimately decided against this and accepted his $36-plus million player option to return to […]

Kyrie Irving has become somewhat of a forgotten man on the Brooklyn Nets this offseason. With everyone paying attention to the Kevin Durant trade rumors, Irving’s trade request hasn’t gotten nearly as much attention. A big reason for that is because many teams are not interested in forking over a huge package to land Irving. […]

Drama has ensued around the Brooklyn Nets’ franchise after Kevin Durant requested a trade. Additionally, Kyrie Irving wants out as well, even though he could have done that by simply declining his player option. Regardless, the franchise is busy promoting their 2022-23 season tickets and it’s caused a little ruckus on social media. According to […]

It looks like Dallas Mavericks fans can officially consider the Kyrie Irving-to-Mavs talks dead after it was revealed that the team has no interest at all in the Brooklyn Nets star. The Mavs had been linked with Irving after Shams Charania of The Athletic reported that they were one of the “several suitors” for the […]

Can it actually happen? Could the Los Angeles Lakers actually land both Kyrie Irving AND Kevin Durant to form a new Big 3 with LeBron James? Well, retired NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas seems to think so. This idea was first floated by ESPN’s NBA guru Brian Windhorst, who said that in order for the Lakers […]

The belief around the NBA is Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving is heading to the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason. Sure enough, every action he does will be linked to the said talks until it finds a resolution. Such was the case on Saturday when Irving was spotted talking with Lakers legend Derek Fisher in […]

The NBA Summer League is a chance for young players to make their impression on their respective teams, with the hopes of making a big enough impact to warrant a roster spot in the upcoming season. It is also an opportunity for team general managers not only to scout players but also, to engage in […]

Everyone is waiting for the Brooklyn Nets to make a trade involving Kevin Durant and/or Kyrie Irving. The one that may actually happen involves second-year guard Cam Thomas. After a solid rookie season, the shooting guard and LSU product has a good amount of interest around the league. According to Brian Lewis of the New […]

The Brooklyn Nets have found themselves in an undesirable spot in the 2022 NBA offseason. Their dreams for a championship was instantly squashed when both Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving asked for a trade. Now, the team is desperately trying to salvage what is seemingly a lost situation for them. … or is it? Nic […]

It’s a known fact that Skip Bayless is one of the biggest LeBron James critics out there. He’s been spewing slander towards the Los Angeles Lakers superstar for pretty much LeBron’s entire career, and at this point, it’s become a bit of a norm for the renowned broadcaster. Be that as it may, Bayless could […]

According to previous reports, the Los Angeles Lakers are one of, if not the only team that has shown serious interest in acquiring Kyrie Irving from the Brooklyn Nets via a trade deal. This will potentially reunite Kyrie with LeBron James as they look to relive the glory of their time together as teammates with […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have been looming as a potential trade suitor for Brooklyn Nets star guard Kyrie Irving this offseason. No traction has been made on a deal yet, though the Lakers have shown interest in Irving, with the Nets star reciprocating that by including LA on his ‘wish list’ of teams earlier this […]

The Los Angeles Sparks hosted the Seattle Storm on Thursday night in a regular-season matchup. Brooklyn Nets superstar Kyrie Irving made a surprise appearance in the crowd, which only added more fire to the recent trade rumors linking him to the Los Angeles Lakers. Kyrie did have a bucket hat on, but it’s not as […]