Nets expect 'one of biggest trade returns in league history' for Durant

Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant. David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Nets expect 'one of the biggest trade returns in league history' for Kevin Durant

By Victor Barbosa | Last updated 7/6/22

If the Brooklyn Nets are to accommodate Kevin Durant's recent trade request and send out the superstar, they'll of course be looking for a significant return. Durant is, after all, a 12-time All-Star and former league MVP who will still be one of, if not the best player in the NBA.

ESPN insider Adrian Wojnarowski reported Wednesday afternoon just how much the Nets might be seeking in exchange for the 33-year-old future Hall-of-Famer.

.@wojespn with the latest on Kevin Durant's trade request:

"[The Nets] think this should look like one of the biggest trade returns in league history." pic.twitter.com/9H69Jk8FMM
— NBA on ESPN (@ESPNNBA) July 6, 2022

While it was initially reported that the Miami Heat and Phoenix Suns were on Durant's "wish list," plenty of other teams have been rumored to be involved in discussions surrounding "KD." It was even reported on Monday that one of Durant's former teams -- the Golden State Warriors -- had talked with him about a potential reunion.

Durant was limited to 55 games during the 2021-22 season due to a sprained MCL, but was his usual dominant self when on the court. His 29.9 points per game during the regular season were his highest in eight years, his 7.4 rebounds per contest were his highest in five years and his 6.4 assists per tilt were a career-high.

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