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It feels there may not be another player in the NBA whose value is as polarizing as Tyler Herro. Some believe he is a future All-Star, while others seem to think is close to maxing out on his talents. The Miami Heat have been active on the trade market and Herro has been a common […]

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 […]

Multiple reports have recently come out to say that at this point, Kevin Durant has accepted his fate of not being able to force a trade away from the Brooklyn Nets. There just hasn’t been enough traction of late, despite noteworthy efforts from interested teams such as the Miami Heat. At this point, however, renowned […]

Despite the fact that the Miami Heat have been doing what they can to try and pry Kevin Durant from the Brooklyn Nets, the reality is that they appear to be at a bit of an impasse right now. The deal isn’t exactly dead, but it seems that Pat Riley and his front office must […]

The Toronto Raptors have emerged as one of a handful of teams that appear to be in serious contention for Brooklyn Nets want-away superstar Kevin Durant. This could be in part because of the fact that KD himself indicated many years ago that he wanted to play in Toronto, but also because of the Raptors’ […]

The Golden State Warriors received a lot of stick when they decided to create the superteam of superteams when they brought in Kevin Durant as a free agent some six years ago. This was right smack in the middle of the Dubs dynasty, and the general sentiment was that the Warriors were ruining the landscape […]

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 […]

The Miami Heat and Phoenix Suns have been largely considered as the frontrunners to land Kevin Durant; however, there is a surprise team emerging as a dark-horse suitor for the Brooklyn Nets star: the Washington Wizards. Durant is a Washington, D.C. native, so the connection is there. Going back to DC and playing for the […]

The Miami Heat have not had much progress with regard to their reported desire to bring Kevin Durant to South Beach. KD has already identified the Heat as one of his preferred destinations, but at this point, trade talks have yet to really materialize. This likely has a lot to do with Brooklyn’s extremely high […]

Several NBA teams are interested in Kevin Durant, but suitors have one prevalent concern about trading for the Brooklyn Nets superstar. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, teams couldn’t help but wonder whether they can keep Durant happy and motivated to stay with them long-term. As reported earlier, if the Nets couldn’t keep him happy […]

Brooklyn Nets superstar Kevin Durant opened up the trade floodgates when he announced that he would like to be dealt to another team back in June. Given his stature as a superstar, Durant’s trade value was expected to be perhaps the highest the league has ever seen. The Nets have certainly been seeking ‘Godfather-type’ offers […]

The Juan Soto trade is honing in one location: New York City. It’s happening for more reasons than just the New York Yankees and New York Mets having an interest in trading for him. It’s also because his situation is becoming baseball’s version of the Kevin Durant situation. According to Jon Heyman of the New […]

It looks like Brooklyn Nets star Kevin Durant is not a big fan of Rob Perez’s idea on where to hold the NBA’s proposed mid-season tournament. On Saturday, the Drew League attracted huge crowd and massive viewership. With that, Rob Perez–popularly known as WorldWideWob–sent an open letter to the NBA advising Adam Silver and co. […]

The Miami Heat want Kevin Durant. As a matter of fact, reports suggest that they’re pulling out all the stops to try and snag the former league MVP from the Brooklyn Nets via a sensational trade deal. At this point, however, it seems that Pat Riley and his front office need to work harder if […]

It’s been quite some time now since Kevin Durant shocked the basketball world by demanding a trade from the Brooklyn Nets. Several teams have already been linked to a sensational swoop for the former league MVP, but right now, nothing has materialized just yet. At this point, it has become increasingly clear Durant could end […]

Make no mistake about it. The Miami Heat are serious about their pursuit for another superstar this summer. This could come in the form of either Kevin Durant or Donovan Mitchell — two players that are both on the trade block and have both been heavily linked to Miami. As it is, however, it does […]

Despite the fact that it’s been over two weeks since Kevin Durant demanded a trade from the Brooklyn Nets, there appears to be real progress in the same. At this point, it wouldn’t be a complete shock if KD ends up suiting up for Brooklyn when the new season starts. NBA guru Brian Windhorst of […]

The Phoenix Suns are interested in Kevin Durant, but they are not that desperate to give the farm away to the Brooklyn Nets. That much is clear after Brian Windhorst of ESPN revealed what the Suns didn’t include in their offer for KD. Speaking on The Hoop Collective podcast, the veteran NBA insider shared that […]

Sean Marks’ future as general manager of the Brooklyn Nets remains in question despite reports that he reached an extension amid the Kevin Durant trade drama. On Friday, several news outlets reported that Marks has agreed to a contract extension with the Nets that would keep him in Brooklyn long-term. Kristian Winfield of the New […]

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 […]

The NBA offseason has, thus far, been more about the star players who haven’t changed teams instead of those who have. Kevin Durant and Donovan Mitchell represent the big fish on the market, but they’ve largely been affected by the trade package that changed hands for All-Star Rudy Gobert. The Utah Jazz received four first-round […]

There’s no denying that at the moment, when it comes to taking control of their own future, players hold much more power now than they did a few years ago. Kevin Durant’s decision to demand a trade from the Brooklyn Nets is a clear testament to this fact. Chicago Bulls guard Alex Caruso, who himself […]

The Phoenix Suns entered this offseason in deflating fashion. They were embarrassed on their home floor in Game 7 of the second round of the playoffs by the Dallas Mavericks. As the game got out of hand, Deandre Ayton was seen on the bench with what appeared to be an obvious division between himself and […]

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 […]

Jerry West, who currently sits on the board for the Los Angeles Clippers, previously spent no less than six years with the Golden State Warriors as an executive board member. During that time, he helped lead the Dubs to a couple of titles, while also getting the opportunity to work with some of the greatest […]

According to multiple reports, LeBron James really likes the idea of reuniting with former Cleveland Cavaliers teammate Kyrie Irving. The Los Angeles Lakers have been working behind the scenes to try and make a trade deal with the Brooklyn Nets happen but at this point, nothing has come to fruition. If a LeBron-Kyrie reunion in […]

Despite an injury-riddled 2021-22 season, the Miami Heat claimed the top seed in the East and looked primed to make another NBA Finals run. Unfortunately, the team fell short of its championship ambitions when it lost to the Boston Celtics in the Conference Finals. In that series, Miami’s glaring disadvantages were put on display. Whether […]

Just hours before NBA free agency opened up two weeks ago, Kevin Durant shocked the NBA world by announcing that he had requested a trade from the Brooklyn Nets. The Nets were likely caught off guard as much as anyone. They had just finally re-signed Kyrie Irving and were looking to run it back with […]

Kevin Durant’s known preference is to play for the Phoenix Suns or Miami Heat. But Deandre Ayton’s offer sheet with the Indiana Pacers complicates a potential trade to the desert, and it’s unclear if Miami has enough assets to entice the Brooklyn Nets in a prospective Durant trade without giving up Bam Adebayo. The market […]

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. […]

Michael Jordan’s name just gets thrown a lot these days. After Ja Morant said he would’ve cooked His Airness in a one-on-one, it’s Kevin Durant now who seemed to take a shot at the NBA legend and his supporters. After Durant trolled his haters with a “legacy” question on Tuesday, CLNS Media Network founder Nick […]

Boston Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum wants to be the best in the NBA, but to do that, he knows he needs to be the best in his position first. That is the reason why he loves playing against the likes of LeBron James and Kevin Durant. On Wednesday, Tatum held a short Twitter Q&A with […]

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 […]

The Golden State Warriors have been linked with Kevin Durant once again, but the question remains: are they willing to part ways with their young core to reunite with an aging KD? While the Warriors are said to be hesitant about moving their young assets for Durant, one anonymous Eastern Conference GM said that he […]

The Golden State Warriors continue to be linked with Kevin Durant, and according to a new report, Stephen Curry is pulling out all the stops to make it happen. Ric Bucher of FOX Sports claimed that Curry has called Durant multiple times already to recruit him back to Golden State. His reason? Apparently, the Warriors […]

Prior to NBA free agency, the Brooklyn Nets had re-signed Kyrie Irving to a new contract. The Nets were looking to run it back, this time with Irving and Kevin Durant playing an entire season together. Plus, in theory Ben Simmons would have been on the court with them. Instead, Kevin Durant requested a trade […]

When Kevin Durant asked for a trade from the Brooklyn Nets before the 2022 NBA Free Agency opened, it sparked a lot of questions. After all everyone thought that drama was over following Kyrie Irving’s decision to pick up his option with the team for 2022-23. Now, according to former NBA player Matt Barnes, he […]

While the Golden State Warriors have been linked with a potential reunion with Kevin Durant, fans and experts alike do not see it as a viable move because of what’s required to land the superstar forward. However, according to Brian Windhorst of ESPN, a KD-to-Dubs deal remains a possibility. Speaking on the Dan Patrick Show, […]

The Miami Heat are reportedly interested in trading for Donovan Mitchell … but that is only if they fail to get Kevin Durant from the Brooklyn Nets. According to Kevin O’Connor of The Ringer, as things currently stand, the Heat are still pursuing Durant and have Mitchell as their Plan B if things didn’t work […]