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The 2019 offseason is finally here, and it is gearing up to be one of the most exciting in recent memory. The upcoming free agent class is perhaps the best in NBA history, as the likes of Kawhi Leonard, Kyrie Irving, Jimmy Butler, and Kevin Durant will all be up for grabs.
Teams such as the Los Angeles Lakers, New York Knicks, and Houston Rockets are also attempting to make big moves as they look to build a roster that can compete during the 2019/20 season. So, here are all the latest NBA rumors you need to know for June 28.
Kemba Walker set to join the Boston Celtics
As an impending free agent, Kemba Walker has been linked with the likes of the Los Angeles Lakers and New York Knicks, although ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski is reporting that the All-Star is set to sign a long-term deal with the Boston Celtics:
Walker, a three-time All-Star, is expected to be offered a four-year, $141 million contract from the Celtics -- a deal that he's increasingly likely to accept, league sources say.
Wojnarowski's report states that Charlotte ownership is unwilling to give Walker anywhere near the super max deal that he is eligible to sign after being named to the All-NBA Third Team. Walker had previously discussed taking less money to remain with the team that drafted him back in 2011, although he now seems set to move on.
Walker will replace the outgoing Kyrie Irving as Boston's new starting point guard, and the Celtics will be hopeful that the 29-year-old can put up similar numbers to the 25.6 points, 5.9 assists, and 4.4 rebounds per game that he averaged during the 18-19 campaign.
Dallas Mavericks want to sign Kevin Durant
Kevin Durant is expected to miss the entire 19-20 season with an Achilles tear, although the 30-year-old is still attracting plenty of interest ahead of free agency.
The Brooklyn Nets and New York Knicks have been widely mentioned as potential destinations, and Chris Mannix of Sports Illustrated is reporting that the Dallas Mavericks could try and launch a deal for the 2014 MVP:
The Knicks and Nets will offer full max contracts, willing to gamble on getting three good years from Durant for the price of four. Dallas - with Mavs owner Mark Cuban long coveting Durant - will try to get into the mix too.
During the 18-19 season, Durant averaged 26.0 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 5.9 assists per game. The Golden State Warriors are desperate to sign their superstar to a new deal, although Durant is expected to seek a new challenge.
Patrick Beverley wants three-year, $40 million contract; Lakers and Bulls among interested teams
Patrick Beverley earned plenty of plaudits for his performances during the Los Angeles Clippers' first-round playoff exit to the Golden State Warriors and Tim MacMahon of ESPN is reporting that the impending free agent is attracting plenty of interest:
During the 18-19 season, Beverley averaged 7.6 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 3.8 assists in 27.4 minutes per game. The former Houston man is renowned for his hustle at both ends of the court, and he would be a perfect fit alongside LeBron James due to his ability to impact a game without the ball in his hands.
The 30-year-old earned just $5 million for the previous season, and despite his intention to sign a larger deal this summer, Beverley is a much cheaper option than the summer's most in-demand free agents.
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