Kevin Durant believes trade requests are "great for the league" because it brings more attention to the NBA and also gives players the opportunity to improve their situation. "Teams have been trading players and making acquisitions for a long time," said Durant during his Saturday media availability at All-Star weekend. "Now a player can dictate where he wants to go, leave in … [Read more...] about Kevin Durant: Trade Requests ‘Great For League’
Grizzlies Pursued Mikal Bridges Even Before Trade To Nets
The Memphis Grizzlies pursued a trade for Mikal Bridges both before he was dealt from the Phoenix Suns to the Brooklyn Nets and also afterwards. Bridges is on a value contract at an annual average of $22 million and cannot become a free agent until 2026. The Nets did not serious entertain offers for Bridges after they acquired him as part of the Kevin Durant trade with Phoenix. … [Read more...] about Grizzlies Pursued Mikal Bridges Even Before Trade To Nets
Suns’ Best Offer To Cam Johnson Was $72M Over Four Years
When the Phoenix Suns and Cam Johnson discussed a contract extension before the 22-23 season, the two sides were unable to agree to terms. Johnson was eventually traded to the Brooklyn Nets as part of the Kevin Durant deal. The Suns' best offer to Johnson was $72 million over four years. One year prior, the Suns signed Mikal Bridges to a four-year, $90 million extension. They … [Read more...] about Suns’ Best Offer To Cam Johnson Was $72M Over Four Years
Derrick Rose Not Asking For Buyout From Knicks
Derrick Rose has been rumored as a potential buyout candidate following last week's trade deadline. Despite interest from the Milwaukee Bucks and Sacramento Kings, the New York Knicks chose to hang on to Rose. For his part, Rose said he's not seeking a buyout. "I'm still here," Rose said. "So my mindset has to be, 'OK, I'm gonna be here.'" The veteran point guard said his … [Read more...] about Derrick Rose Not Asking For Buyout From Knicks
James Harden: I Don’t Look Like The Crazy One Leaving Nets When I Did
James Harden returned to Barclays Center for the first time since he pushed for a trade from the Brooklyn Nets to the Philadelphia 76ers last year. When asked whether he could have imagined a scenario in which both Durant and Irving would have been gone by the time he played his first game against the Nets. "Yeah," Harden said. Harden was asked to explain further. "I didn't … [Read more...] about James Harden: I Don’t Look Like The Crazy One Leaving Nets When I Did