The Knicks-Nets Trade Sends Kyrie Irving To New York

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Why The Brooklyn Nets Do The Deal

The Brooklyn Nets do this deal out of desperation. There’s no way around that.

If the relationship between Irving and the organization is damaged beyond repair, the Nets will need to pivot. Consider this the “better than nothing” package.

With that said, it certainly is better than nothing. If Randle can harken back to 2020-21 and regain his All-NBA form, the Nets could be competitive following this deal. A core of Durant, Randle, and Simmons should be effective if Randle is connecting from deep on a consistent basis again.

Meanwhile, Derrick Rose is no mere throw-in either. He’ll replicate a portion of Irving’s production. All told, the Nets could still be deep and talented enough to contend for an NBA championship in 2022-23 following this deal.

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James Piercey

When it comes to exploring the endless possibilities of NBA trades, there's no one quite like James Piercey. With a keen eye for player dynamics, salary cap intricacies, and a knack for discovering uncharted trade territory, James has risen to prominence as the preeminent expert in the realm of hypothetical NBA trades. James is also known for his work covering the Houston Rockets for SB Nation's The Dream Shake — a blog that gives a daily, comprehensive look at the team. He has written for various outlets, including FanSided and Last Word on Sports, among others.

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