'Very preliminary' trade discussions between Pelicans and Nets for Kevin Durant?
Source: Net Income @ NetsDaily
What’s the buzz on Twitter?
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1544407392208637953/DXTe32mr_normal.jpg)
Kevin Durant should consider New Orleans, how Rudy Gobert fits in Minnesota, Chet Holmgren’s big Thunder debut, and more on @ringer: theringer.com/nba/2022/7/6/2… – 12:53 PM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/920348653570621441/NB17I9Va_normal.jpg)
Why hasn’t Kevin Durant been traded yet?
@Amin Elhassan explains why it comes down to Kevin Durant’s preferred destinations. #NetsWorld pic.twitter.com/jBtoSIATqd – 12:04 PM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1273079491636551680/Xeaept2X_normal.jpg)
Dunc’d On Prime: Kevin Durant Mock Trade w/ @DanFeldmanNBA @Danny Leroux
Get 35% off the monthly price with our Mock Offseason Total Access Sale: https://t.co/XSgwN6kjka pic.twitter.com/82GkxQw1qL – 12:00 PM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FW_f15CUcAcBTms.png)
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/794745570015531008/Kzxsxy3p_normal.jpg)
New: There’s no clear resolution to the Kevin Durant trade demand in sight. Why that’s probably good news for the Celtics masslive.com/celtics/2022/0… – 11:47 AM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/871765178718736384/t0hG7a4Q_normal.jpg)
Dunc’d On Prime: Kevin Durant Mock Trade w/ @Nate Duncan @DanFeldmanNBA
Get 35% off the monthly price with our Mock Offseason Total Access Sale: https://t.co/n4QLDC9m6F pic.twitter.com/akMdwTJnkd – 11:00 AM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FW_cyDPVQAEkXHs.png)
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1432812416132321280/aWpppAsM_normal.jpg)
Stepping inside the Kevin Durant-Deandre Ayton offseason vortex @BR_NBA: bleacherreport.com/articles/10041… – 10:42 AM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/782687199112421376/9siPXsgF_normal.jpg)
Jumping on @AZSports in five minutes to talk KD/Kyrie/Nets. – 10:41 AM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1522583940036325376/tIl6ZoAQ_normal.jpg)
NEW @TheCrossover Pod w/@Howard Beck
![▪](https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/14.0.0/72x72/25aa.png)
![▪](https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/14.0.0/72x72/25aa.png)
![▪](https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/14.0.0/72x72/25aa.png)
Links: bit.ly/2w1G5e2 – 10:00 AM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1544480930923954177/yPkVo9fk_normal.jpg)
Good morning #NetsWorld: Can the Nets build a roster good enough to make Kevin Durant want to stay in Brooklyn? It sure looks like they’re trying, but the job’s not done just yet.
nydailynews.com/sports/basketb… – 9:38 AM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/445550966365224960/fP7O4N7h_normal.jpeg)
Highest career postseason scoring averages in NBA history (min. 30 games):
1. Michael Jordan: 33.4 points per game
2. Allen Iverson: 29.7 PPG
3. Kevin Durant: 29.5 PPG
4. Jerry West: 29.1 PPG
5. LeBron James: 28.7 PPG
6. Donovan Mitchell: 28.5 PPG
tommybeer.substack.com/p/the-case-for… – 9:26 AM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1877247106/untitled_normal.png)
ICYMI…
— Rival GM and source have both concern and optimism for Malcolm Brogdon with @Celtics
— Remembering when Kevin Durant was intrigued by Celts (and Tom Brady)
— Opponents discuss @Minnesota Timberwolves‘ “big” gamble
bit.ly/3OEz7yN – 9:08 AM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/920348653570621441/NB17I9Va_normal.jpg)
Will the Nets soon part ways with superstar Kevin Durant?
Despite the trade request, @TermineRadio would keep KD in Brooklyn if he were in charge
#NetsWorld pic.twitter.com/5fAZFdYhfT – 9:04 AM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/3683769150/4402f4baa66031982d5b215d6dd1732f_normal.jpeg)
ICYMI from the weekend: five Kevin Durant trades that makes *some* sense theathletic.com/3397313/2022/0… – 8:55 AM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1526765867232645126/93BR_VmU_normal.jpg)
Massive @FTFonFS1 today… Brou has some news on KD & Kyrie and what the Nets might end up doing, Wildes is doing cartwheels over Chet & I’m debating whether or not the Lakers have currently a bottom 5 ownership group in the NBA.
Should be fun! – 6:24 AM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1273079491636551680/Xeaept2X_normal.jpg)
New Dunc’d On Prime: Kevin Durant Mock Trades with @Danny Leroux @DanFeldmanNBA. Join us: duncdon.supportingcast.fm – 1:45 AM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1171581205348794370/1X0OhgUo_normal.jpg)
👀 @Chet Holmgren makes his #NBASummer debut in the Nike KD 15! #NBAKicks pic.twitter.com/49xkYTGqfs – 12:30 AM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FW9OKIXUEAI_bw3.jpg)
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FW9OKIbVEAIlzxz.jpg)
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FW9OKIcVsAEeltF.jpg)
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/937803886261178368/rtLMkcs8_normal.jpg)
Chet Holmgren makes his debut with #7 and the KD 15s 👀👀 pic.twitter.com/riFVns6WCe – 10:31 PM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FW8zBPtVQAAcaw_.jpg)
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FW8zBPuUcAALAQY.jpg)
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FW8zBQnVsAIK6Y5.jpg)
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1540440606962491393/Cgd0hR7T_normal.jpg)
Chet Holmgren for Durant straight up. Who says no?! – 10:08 PM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/992277654089826304/1JxJvFlG_normal.jpg)
Guys, I can report that Chet Holmgren is better defense Kevin Durant – 9:46 PM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/445550966365224960/fP7O4N7h_normal.jpeg)
KD has requested a trade to the OKC Thunder Summer League team – 9:22 PM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1432812416132321280/aWpppAsM_normal.jpg)
New story @BR_NBA tomorrow before the moratorium concludes at noon ET.
Then, excited to be joined by @Andy Larsen on @getcallin to talk Rudy Gobert trade, its impact on the Kevin Durant market, Utah’s future, plus we’ll take your questions:
callin.com/link/kNKbcSmnML – 9:20 PM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1110992131462758400/haJddSjU_normal.jpg)
Per Caesars: Among all NBA title bets placed today at Caesars Sportsbook, a seismic 77% of the total number of tickets and 94% of the total dollars wagered are on the Nets: down to 30-1 from 50-1 amid report KD-Kyrie could somehow possibly stay – 9:04 PM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1497744713566277634/PhrheT6m_normal.jpg)
Something I’m unclear on with the Durant trade request. It’s because of how the Nets treated Kyrie Irving? Like, he’s so close with Kyrie and back him and didn’t like how the Nets treated/handled Kyrie? – 7:24 PM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1709070194/cfans_twitter3_normal.jpg)
Cleaning up a hard drive and found this Kevin Durant commercial from his rookie season, which aired during a Rockets game. Seems like it applies today. pic.twitter.com/DUt4sqic0L – 7:23 PM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1429877963777060868/KvRP_dHj_normal.jpg)
Covering Zion’s extension and KD on @FromTheWingPod tonight – 7:00 PM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/946906484318855169/oQX4KFYf_normal.jpg)
Durant and Irving situations being the obvious exceptions, I don’t think there’s much more to do. There’s little in the way of malcontents, bad deals, obvious rotation holes, etc. We might get Tobias/John Collins deals in the aftermath, but I don’t see anything seismic coming in. – 6:47 PM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1516610291815141383/7yxh_u1N_normal.jpg)
30 minutes away from the latest #SmithAndJones on @FAN590. We’ll dive into the #NBA off season & free agency, the #Raptors, KD and more. Plus, a ton on @CanBball & more. Join us at 7pm ET.
If you miss the show live, make sure you download the podcast later 👍 pic.twitter.com/UOSjHgpdZf – 6:34 PM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FW783W8WAAELe1C.jpg)
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/601654375518470144/CM5e69AY_normal.jpg)
Say you’re the Raptors and you can get Durant by trading two of FVV/Siakam/Anunoby (with picks and such). Which of the three would you want to keep?
Siakam is the best player. FVV has the most complementary skill set. OG is the youngest, cheapest and has the most room to grow. – 6:34 PM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/645990884165578753/moYctN8w_normal.jpg)
Why KD is way more likely to stay in Brooklyn than land in Toronto in a mega deal. pic.twitter.com/xdKw9KPf0h – 6:07 PM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/971852605390336000/uA0TeMUO_normal.jpg)
The addition of Roby also gives the Spurs a full boat of 15 contracts (I am assuming Gallinari is waived soon).
Their boucoups salary cap space remains a prime dumping ground for teams hoping to clear salary for, let’s say, Kevin Durant and/or Kyrie Irving. – 5:47 PM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1096493252067364864/_1GtAopo_normal.jpg)
Last time TJ Warren was healthy, he averaged 19.8 PPG and shot 57.5% on 2s and 40.3% on 3s. Since 2010, only 6 others have done that: Steph Curry, LeBron James, Kevin Durant, KAT, MPJ and John Collins.
@NekiasNBA on the Nets’ low-risk, high-reward move:
basketballnews.com/stories/nba-ne… – 5:33 PM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1435980077724962820/k6oaNdMT_normal.jpg)
Going live on @PHNX_Suns in 2 minutes to talk about the latest with Kevin Durant and the Suns’ 3 new additions! Join us:
https://t.co/9sE6G3pru6 pic.twitter.com/AWDQ5wbzGv – 4:58 PM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FW7ihYSUcAIfPoP.jpg)
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1270012770369634304/YbhAeJGx_normal.jpg)
Chris Broussard has racial reason why Kevin Durant wouldn’t go to Toronto nypost.com/2022/07/05/chr… via @nypostsports
@Chris Broussard apologizing in 3….2…1…. – 4:54 PM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/445550966365224960/fP7O4N7h_normal.jpeg)
KD after he saw Harden escape Kyrie/Brooklyn pic.twitter.com/VMzHb7LOEh – 4:47 PM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1543663485686632448/tNi6lLc-_normal.jpg)
Woj says the Raptors still represent the least complicated trade option for Brooklyn and are staying involved in the KD conversations but the Nets are in no rush. pic.twitter.com/MDDS2NmBqP – 3:57 PM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1541892449781436416/w0wjW4pr_normal.jpg)
🚨 New Dubs Talk 🚨
Myself and @Monte Poole talk Gui Santos, Moses Moody, Donte DiVincenzo and yes — the KD rumblings https://t.co/MnyiosFB7c pic.twitter.com/FDEtboJ2ec – 3:07 PM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FW7NbGxVEAAbbC9.jpg)
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1247202588707164160/E-2WoBWy_normal.jpg)
If the Raptors traded Scottie for KD and won a title but Scottie went on to become a multi-time All-NBA player would it have been worth it? – 2:36 PM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/601654375518470144/CM5e69AY_normal.jpg)
Let’s say the Nets decide to keep KD into the season…
Does Phoenix bring back Ayton in anticipation of another chance at trading for Durant? They can’t risk the asset if Durant is still on the table right? – 2:12 PM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/920348653570621441/NB17I9Va_normal.jpg)
Listen to today’s episode of The Starting Lineup with @Frank Isola & @Mitch Lawrence on Pandora!
🏀 Kevin Durant’s Future
🏀 #NBAFreeAgency
📰 HEADLINES!
pandora.app.link/akU72h5vYmb – 1:28 PM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/920348653570621441/NB17I9Va_normal.jpg)
“You’re trading Kevin Durant with no contract issues”
@Brian Geltzeiler explains why the #Nets need to wait for an “unprecedented haul” for Kevin Durant #NetsWorld pic.twitter.com/tNq3vkgwc5 – 1:13 PM
![](https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1417291463927369740/jRqsQN8Y_normal.jpg)
KD going to the ________ is most fun for NBA fans. – 1:06 PM
More on this storyline
In a Hoop Collective conversation late Tuesday, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst and Andrew Lopez discussed whether the Pelicans and Nets might agree to a trade centered on Kevin Durant and Brandon Ingram … and possibly New Orleans draft pick from June’s Draft, Dyson Daniels. While at times the conversation appeared speculative, the sense of the conversation was that conversations may have already taken place between Brooklyn and New Orleans. Windhorst noted that while New Orleans has not been seen as part of the first order of Nets trading partners — Phoenix, Miami and Toronto — it could provide a “clean” deal for the Nets. No need for a third team. -via NetsDaily / July 6, 2022 The Raptors are the most obvious team fitting that description. For Toronto to land Ayton, the Raptors would need to sacrifice valuable players or picks in a sign-and-trade that could be used for Durant instead. Of important note regarding Toronto: Multiple sources with knowledge of the situation say the Raptors are unwilling to part with reigning Rookie of the Year Scottie Barnes. -via Jake Fischer @ Bleacher Report / July 6, 2022 Westbrook is also set to make $47 million in 2022-23, roughly $11 million more than Irving. This exercise is not apples to apples, but if Brooklyn essentially replaced Irving’s contract with Westbrook’s, the Nets would suffer over $50 million in tax penalties, according to salary projections provided to B/R. As league personnel descend upon Las Vegas for the NBA’s Summer League this week, the Durant, Irving and Ayton situations all appear destined to hang over the annual event for the foreseeable future. -via Bleacher Report / July 6, 2022