Brooklyn Nets Receive: G Kyle Lowry, G Tyler Herro

Miami Heat Receive: G Kyrie Irving

Realistically, this might be the best return we’ve seen in this article so far.

Kyle Lowry did not look to be himself in the 2021-22 playoffs. At 36, it’s fair to wonder if he ever will again. It’s entirely possible we’ve seen the veteran floor general’s best days.

On the other hand, Tyler Herro’s best days likely lie ahead. In essence, this is a Herro-for-Irving swap. Lowry is here to make the money work: with that said, it’s not inconceivable that he could play a key role for the Nets next season.

The Nets get to hedge their bets with this trade. If a core of Kevin Durant, Ben Simmons, Tyler Herro ad Kyle Lowry is competitive next season, nobody should be shocked.

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On the other hand, if they fall short of expectations, the team could fetch a hefty sum for Durant and start over with Simmons and Herro.

As far as rebuilds go, they could find themselves in a worse situation.