Why The Brooklyn Nets Do The Deal
Don’t expect the Nets to make this trade tomorrow.
After all, they just made a coaching change. Steve Nash is out, and Ime Udoka is in. The Nets will hope that the change results in more wins this season.
As of now, they’re a pedestrian 2-5. Realistically, that’s exactly why we’re even writing this article. The whole world knows Durant made a trade request this summer. If the Nets continue losing, isn’t he likely to make it again?
If the Nets are forced to rebuild, this is a substantial package. They’re landing five first-round picks and a swap in addition to some interesting young players.
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Meanwhile, they only owe swap rights to the Rockets this year – if they bottom out this season, they could still land a bluechip prospect in the draft given Houston’s 1-7 record.
Of course, the Jazz were supposed to be the ones tanking this season. Does landing Durant do enough to merit changing course?