Everyone loves a reunion, right? OK fine. Not really. Largely, it depends on what you’ve been doing since the last time you saw the people (or former NBA teammates) you’re reuniting with. Everyone loves a reunion, as long as they’ve got something to brag about.
If D’Angelo Russell returns to Brooklyn, will he be boasting about his exploits? He’s had a couple of strong seasons. He made a playoff run as a starting point guard.
On the other hand, if the Minnesota Timberwolves shop him this summer, it’ll be partly because of his subpar performance during that same playoff run.
Rumors suggest that the team is doing exactly that. Regardless of his performance in the 2021-22 playoffs, the Nets may be interested in having him back.
LATEST NBA NEWS AND TRADE RUMORS: Minnesota Timberwolves Shopping D’Angelo Russell Before NBA Draft, Should Brooklyn Nets Pursue?
This team needs to win next year. They ought to be interested in any talent acquisition. Being willing to get bold to make a move is something they need to be willing to do.
If they’d like to welcome Russell back, here are three deals that allow them to do so.