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The Kevin Durant trade saga has finally seen some developments. Details of the superstar's conversation with Brooklyn Nets owner Joe Tsai recently came to light, with both parties seemingly in a delicate situation.
Brooklyn Nets superstar Kevin Durant has practically been the center of all the drama in the offseason. He submitted a trade request prior to the opening of the free agency.
With the situation taking an unexpected turn in July, it seemed likely that Durant would return to the side for the upcoming season. However, as reported by The Athletic's Shams Charania, the superstar has now offered an ultimatum to the Nets organization.
Forcing Tsai to pick between Durant and the pair of GM Sean Marks and head coach Steve Nash, the star has seemingly brought the hammer down on Brooklyn.
Although Durant has made his thoughts on the matter clear, there is still a long way to go before it gets resolved. And naturally, NBA fans haven't been able to resist reacting to the situation.
Here are some of the best reactions on Twitter:
While several fans have been supportive of Durant's decision, the reality of the situation could be slightly different. Following reports of Durant's ultimatum, Joe Tsai publicly announced his decision to side with the Nets' front-office and coaching staff on Twitter.
Given all that has transpired recently, a potential trade for Durant could be in the works.
Many believe Kevin Durant is likely to be traded
Joe Tsai's response to Kevin Durant's ultimatum is seemingly indicative of the direction the Nets intend to move in. That is why, many believe it is likely that Durant will be traded ahead of the new season.
Of course, this raises several important questions going forward. As reported by Shams Charania, there are three teams that could be landing spots for the star the Miami Heat, the Boston Celtics and the Toronto Raptors.
The three teams have engaged in extensive trade negotiations to acquire the Nets forward, but to no avail so far. That has primarily been due to the Nets' asking price for Durant, which is viewed as too steep.
As things stand, the Brooklyn Nets aren't technically required to trade Durant. Considering that he signed his contract extension last season, the superstar is bound to the side without any leverage to help facilitate a move.
But should things head down that path, a toxic situation developing in Brooklyn could be detrimental to the franchise going forward. Whether Tsai aims to avoid such a situation by trading Durant is up for some degree of speculation.
