This Blazers-Nets Trade Pairs Kevin Durant, Damian Lillard

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Why The Brooklyn Nets Do The Deal

Identifying a good Kevin Durant trade for the Brooklyn Nets is difficult. Realistically, it doesn’t exist – they’re trading Kevin Durant.

Still, we know the Nets will probably prefer a package that includes proven NBA talent. This deal fits that bill. Anfernee Simons flashed clear star potential in 2021-22. Furthermore, Josh Hart is one of the league’s most underrated role players.

At the same time, they’ll also likely want some future-focused assets in any exchange. This deal hits that mark as well. Shaedon Sharpe’s upside is basically limitless. His athletic tools make him an extremely enticing prospect. Of course, he’s not all the Nets are landing here in terms of the future.

Two first-round picks and two swaps may not be a treasure trove of draft capital. With that said, it’s a solid return when you factor in the inclusion of Simons and Sharpe.

LATEST NBA NEWS AND RUMORS: This Trade Sends Donovan Mitchell To Portland Trail Blazers

All told, this trade sets the Nets up for the present and the future. Hopefully, it sets them up to avoid an extended run of mediocrity in the process.

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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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