Kevin Durant’s first comments about the Brooklyn Nets’ trade of James Harden are certain to raise some eyebrows.
As one of the All-Star captains, Durant appeared live on TNT’s draft show Thursday. While the focus was on the All-Star festivities, host Ernie Johnson took the opportunity to ask Durant about the day’s blockbuster trade that saw Harden shipped to the Philadelphia 76ers for a package headlined by Ben Simmons.
Durant said he was excited to finish the season with his new teammates, but concluded with one intriguing remark: “I think everybody got what they wanted.”
Durant isn’t necessarily referring to himself, and he might be specifically talking about those directly involved in the trade. That said, some might take this as a signal that Durant is not necessarily crushed to see Harden go. Other reports have indicated that’s certainly the case for another member of the Nets.
Thursday’s trade does seem likely to bring a lot of relief and an end to speculation for both teams involved. The 76ers certainly don’t seem to be too upset with their end of things.
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