Eventually, two-time NBA Finals MVP Kevin Durant has to get traded. Doesn’t he? From all appearances, the situation in Brooklyn is getting toxic. We already knew Durant had requested a trade.

Recently, it’s surfaced that he approached team owner Joe Tsai with an ultimatum: Fire Sean Marks and Steve Nash, or trade me. For many organizations, it would be an easy decision.

It’s easier to find a competent general manager and head coach than it is to find one of the 15 or so best players in the history of a sport.

Yet, Joe Tsai seemed to indicate that he’d prefer to stand by his staff. How this statement impacts Durant’s trade value will be intriguing to see.

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If Durant is due for a departure, the New Orleans Pelicans could put together a strong offer. Now, who will they be willing to be part with in a trade package will be a pivotal element into their chances of pulling off a deal.

Here’s a deal that sends KD to the Big Easy