Brooklyn Nets Receive: G Darius Garland, G/F Isaac Okoro, 2025 First-Round Pick (CLE), 2026 First-Round Pick (Swap – CLE), 2027 First-Round Pick (CLE)
Cleveland Cavaliers Receive: F Kevin Durant
The Cleveland Cavaliers just inked Darius Garland to a 5-year, $193 million contract extension. Could they part with him immediately afterward?
Well, technically, no. Following that extension, the Nets aren’t allowed to move Garland until January 15th. In other words, they’d need the situation in Brooklyn to linger in order to make this deal work.
The Nets would also need to trade Ben Simmons in a separate deal since both are signed to designated rookie max extensions.
If it does, they’ll have competition. Teams facing similar constraints will likely make competitive offers once they’re lifted. As it stands, there are complications surrounding a Durant deal that won’t persist forever.
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At the same time, this deal ought to tempt the Nets. They’re landing a young All-Star in Garland, another intriguing young player in Okoro, and a little draft capital to spare.
Is it too much for the Cavaliers to give up?
