There was a time when a Kevin Durant trade this summer would be completely unfathomable. In fact, that time was not too long ago. Life comes at you fast sometimes. It comes at you faster in the NBA.
The situation in Brooklyn has come to look increasingly volatile. Rumors are suggesting that the team is hesitant to offer Kyrie Irving a long-term contract this summer.
That’s fair enough. Irving’s prolonged, unexcused absences have to be grating on an NBA team looking to build a championship roster. Unfortunately, some reports have suggested that if Irving does, Durant may follow.
The Nets may have two choices. They could extend Irving, hope he makes a firmer commitment to basketball, and keep Durant satisfied.
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Alternatively, they could trade both of their biggest stars this summer.
If they choose the latter route, here’s a deal that lands Kevin Durant in Memphis with Ja Morant.
