Why The Brooklyn Nets Do The Trade

Moving on from a superstar is never an easy choice. It’s even more challenging when the expectations were so high initially but never came close to being realized.

Kevin Durant isn’t just any superstar either. He’s one of the greatest players in NBA history. Talents like him just don’t come around often and when they do, it’s nearly impossible to be lucky enough to have them on your team.

With the way the Nets’ situation has devolved, they have just to make the most of it. Here, Durant gets to go where he desires while plenty of intriguing pieces land in Brooklyn.

Adding a stretch-five would be a good start for any team building around Simmons. Kristaps Porzingis had a tough shooting season in 2021-22 but can undoubtedly get it done in this regard.

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Another factor to consider, Porzingis is also an impactful rim protector, and that’s even more intriguing alongside Simmons. Having Porzinigs in the paint and Simmons at the point of attack is an intriguing foundation for a defense.