Kevin Durant Player Rumors
All the Player Rumors about Kevin Durant.
Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving Defend Trade Requests
2023/02/kevin-durant-kyrie-irving-defend-trade-requests.htmlDuring their All-Star Weekend press conferences, Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving both responded to critics who say trade demands are bad for the NBA, writes Dave McMenamin of ESPN. … Durant and Irving were Nets teammates when February began, but the demands they issued a few days apart shook up the league in advance of the trade deadline.
Kevin Durant On Joining Suns, Time With Nets, Irving, More
2023/02/kevin-durant-on-joining-suns-time-with-nets-irving-more.htmlThe Suns held a press conference on Thursday (YouTube link via ESPN) introducing Kevin Durant, who was acquired last week from the Nets in a four-team blockbuster trade. … "I was upset that we couldn't finish (the season)," Durant said, per Nick Friedell of ESPN.
Suns Notes: Paul, Durant, Landale, Ross, Payne, Sarver
2023/02/suns-notes-paul-durant-landale-ross-payne-sarver.htmlIt appeared Chris Paul's championship window may have closed after the Suns' second-round loss in last year's playoffs, but it's wide open again after the team was able to land Kevin Durant at the trade deadline, writes Nick Friedell of ESPN. … The new version of the Suns hasn't been unveiled yet because Durant remains sidelined with an MCL sprain, but Phoenix now looms as potentially the most dangerous team in the West.
Pacific Notes: Lakers, S. Johnson, Booker, Suns, Warriors
2023/02/pacific-notes-lakers-s-johnson-booker-suns-warriors.htmlSuns star Devin Booker, who won a gold medal with Kevin Durant at the Tokyo Olympics, is thrilled to be teaming up with Durant in the NBA and proud of the fact that he has helped turn Phoenix into a desirable destination for stars, per Nick Friedell of ESPN.
Suns Notes: Durant, Warren, Payne, Shamet, Crowder, Wainright, Ayton
2023/02/suns-notes-durant-warren-payne-shamet-crowder-wainright-ayton.htmlThe Suns have confirmed that Kevin Durant, who is still recovering from an MCL sprain, won't play until after the All-Star break, but the star forward "looked great" in his first practice with the team on Monday, teammate T.J. … Durant, who wasn't wearing a brace on his injured knee, played some 1-on-1 with assistant coach Jarrett Jack, Rankin writes.
Atlantic Notes: Griffin, Dedmon, Simmons, Bridges
2023/02/atlantic-notes-griffin-dedmon-simmons-bridges.htmlNets fans have quickly embraced Mikal Bridges, the top player they acquired in the Kevin Durant blockbuster.
Nets Notes: Bridges, Marks, Durant, TV Schedule
2023/02/nets-notes-bridges-marks-durant-tv-schedule.htmlMikal Bridges had been a fixture in the Suns' rotation since he joined the team in 2018, but he wasn't surprised that Phoenix was willing to trade him when the opportunity to get Kevin Durant arose, writes Nick Friedell of ESPN. … Speaking alongside Cameron Johnson in their first press conference as members of the Nets, Bridges said no one can be considered untouchable when a star like Durant is in play.
Pacers Officially Waive Serge Ibaka
2023/02/pacers-officially-waive-serge-ibaka.htmlIbaka was traded from Milwaukee to Indiana on deadline day, but he was only included for salary-matching purposes in the four-team trade that sent Jae Crowder to the Bucks (and, of course, Kevin Durant to the Suns).
Eastern Notes: Korkmaz, McDaniels, Johnson, LeVert, Reddish, Celtics
2023/02/eastern-notes-korkmaz-mcdaniels-johnson-levert-reddish-celtics.htmlJames Johnson was waived by the Pacers due to a roster crunch in the aftermath of the Kevin Durant multi-team blockbuster.
Central Notes: Wiseman, Nwora, Hill, Crowder
2023/02/central-notes-wiseman-nwora-hill-crowder.htmlGeorge Hill, who was also part of the giant four-team swap that sent Kevin Durant to Phoenix, doesn't want to be waived by the Pacers, Dopirak adds in another tweet. … President of basketball operations Kevin Pritchard gave Hill the option of being on the 15-man roster or being waived and the veteran guard chose to stay with his hometown team.
More Details On Kevin Durant Trade Negotiations
2023/02/more-details-on-kevin-durant-trade-negotiations.htmlKevin Durant and his business partner Rich Kleiman asked Nets management for a meeting earlier this week and submitted another trade request during that sitdown, according to Ramona Shelburne and Brian Windhorst of ESPN (Insider link). … Another key difference? This time around, Durant specifically asked to be sent to the Suns, per ESPN's duo.
Anthony Edwards, De’Aaron Fox, Pascal Siakam Named All-Stars
2023/02/anthony-edwards-deaaron-fox-pascal-siakam-named-all-stars.htmlAdrian Wojnarowski of ESPN (Twitter links), who first reported that the trio was expected to make the All-Star Game, notes that Edwards and Fox will replace Warriors guard Stephen Curry and Pelicans forward Zion Williamson in the West, while Siakam will replace star forward Kevin Durant in the East. … Durant, of course, was traded from the Nets to the Suns this week, but was initially named an Eastern Conference All-Star, so his replacement comes from the East.
Lowe’s Latest: Durant, Grizzlies, Anunoby, Pelicans, Warriors, Clippers
2023/02/lowes-latest-durant-grizzlies-anunoby-pelicans-warriors-clippers.htmlIn the wake of the Nets' Kevin Durant trade agreement with the Suns, reports indicated that Brooklyn only really negotiated with Phoenix rather than canvassing the NBA to generate a bidding war. … The Nets likely already knew what teams were willing to offer after discussing Durant deals for nearly two months in the offseason, and liked the combination of players and picks the Suns were willing to offer.
Trade Deadline Leftovers: VanVleet, Anunoby, Siakam, Bridges, Bulls, Knicks, More
2023/02/trade-deadline-leftovers-vanvleet-anunoby-siakam-bridges-bulls-knicks-more.htmlLowe also stated on his podcast (hat tip to RealGM) that the Nets briefly pursued Raptors forward Pascal Siakam between their Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant trades, in the hopes of convincing Durant to stay in Brooklyn. … "I think (the Nets) told (Durant), 'Hey man, in the summer, we can get some big names.
Kevin Durant Trade Officially Completed As Four-Team Deal
2023/02/kevin-durant-trade-officially-completed-as-four-team-deal.htmlKevin Durant has officially been traded from Brooklyn to Phoenix, according to press releases from the Suns and Nets. … Suns acquire Durant and T.J.
Kevin Durant Trade Notes
2023/02/kevin-durant-trade-notes.htmlThe Suns were at the top of Kevin Durant's list of preferred destinations because of his close relationship with head coach Monty Williams, writes Sam Amick of The Athletic. … Williams spent a year as associate head coach in Oklahoma City during Durant's time there, and they worked together on Team USA as well.
Pacific Notes: Suns, Collins, Saric, Warriors, Barnes
2023/02/pacific-notes-suns-collins-saric-warriors-barnes.htmlThe Suns' initial offers for Kevin Durant on Monday and Tuesday fell well short of the Nets' asking price as Phoenix sought to keep Mikal Bridges out of its package, reports ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. … However, recognizing that Durant's mood was "unsettled" and knowing that his preference was to end up in Phoenix, the Nets decided to push the Suns to improve their offer.
Nets, Suns Agree On Kevin Durant Trade
2023/02/nets-suns-agree-on-kevin-durant-trade.htmlThe Suns will acquire Kevin Durant from the Nets in exchange for Mikal Bridges, Cameron Johnson, four first-round picks and more draft consideration, tweets Shams Charania of The Athletic. … According to Woj, Durant wanted to be dealt to Phoenix, and new Suns owner Mat Ishbia pushed to get the deal completed tonight.
Trade Rumors: Poeltl, Wall, Durant, Pistons
2023/02/trade-rumors-poeltl-wall-durant-pistons.htmlNearly every contending team has called the Nets to check on Kevin Durant's availability, according to Brian Lewis of The New York Post. … There has been speculation that Durant might want out after Kyrie Irving was traded to Dallas, but Brooklyn's front office is telling everyone that it plans to hold on to Durant.
Nets Notes: Simmons, Durant, Trade Market, Morris
2023/02/nets-notes-simmons-durant-trade-market-morris.htmlAs Windhorst explains, with teams around the NBA hoping that Kevin Durant will become available again, those clubs are reluctant to make a deal with Brooklyn that would help the club strengthen Durant's supporting cast and would reduce the likelihood of another KD trade request.
Kevin Durant Expected To Be Out Through All-Star Break
2023/02/kevin-durant-expected-to-be-out-through-all-star-break.htmlNets star Kevin Durant, who is currently sidelined with a sprained MCL in his right knee, is expected to remain out through the All-Star break, reports Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN (via Twitter). … Brooklyn has five more games before the break, so Durant will miss at least those contests.
Nets Telling Teams They Don’t Plan To Trade Durant At Deadline
2023/02/nets-telling-teams-they-dont-plan-to-trade-durant-at-deadline.htmlFollowing the completion of the trade that sent Kyrie Irving to Dallas, the Nets and star forward Kevin Durant are having conversations about the franchise's direction, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN (Twitter link). … While Durant's future has been a popular topic of speculation around the NBA since Irving asked to be traded last Friday, there are now just 48 hours to go until the 2023 trade deadline and there has been no indication that KD will follow suit and submit a trade request of his own.
Atlantic Rumors: Durant, Nets, Raptors, Claxton, Celtics, Sixers
2023/02/atlantic-rumors-durant-nets-raptors-claxton-celtics-sixers.htmlNow that Kyrie Irving has been dealt, Kevin Durant find himself under the spotlight once again as league observers wait to see if the Nets forward will resubmit the trade request he made last summer. … Asked on Monday about that possibility, head coach Jacque Vaughn said that's not something he has talked to Durant about and he doesn't plan to do so.
Kyrie Irving Trade Notes: Clippers’ Offer, Cap Hits, More
2023/02/kyrie-irving-trade-notes-clippers-offer-cap-hits-more.htmlBased on reporting at the time, it was Kyrie who convinced Kevin Durant to join him in Brooklyn back in 2019 when the two stars opted to sign with the Nets. … Before the Nets agreed to send Kyrie Irving to Dallas, the Clippers made an offer that included Luke Kennard, Terance Mann, a future first-round pick, and two first-round pick swaps, league sources tell Kevin O'Connor of The Ringer.
Atlantic Notes: VanVleet, Simmons, Durant, Celtics
2023/02/atlantic-notes-vanvleet-simmons-durant-celtics.htmlMarks also said that if the Nets try to trade Kevin Durant, their return would be greater this summer than it would be before Thursday’s trade deadline. … Speaking of Simmons and Durant, sources told Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News that Durant has been less than enthralled with Simmons.