This Wizards-Nets Trade Sends Kevin Durant To Washington

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Why The Brooklyn Nets Do The Deal

Of course, the Brooklyn Nets wish they didn’t have to trade Kevin Durant at all.

They may not. Recent reports suggest that they’ll be content to enter the season with Durant, along with Kyrie Irving, in tow. With that said, if the situation (somehow) gets more volatile, this could be a fair return.

The opportunity to pair Kristaps Porzingis with Ben Simmons should be tempting. He’s the type of stretch five that ought to maximize Simmons as a non-shooting lead ball-handler.

Furthermore, Hachimura and Avdija would complement their new roster as well.

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That especially counts for these Nets. After all, they owe their draft picks, whether outright or via swap, to the Houston Rockets through to 2027. They have every incentive to remain competitive, and this deal should allow them to do so.

On the other hand, it also replenishes a great deal of that draft capital, and that will count for a lot with the Nets too.

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James Piercey

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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