Brooklyn Nets star Kevin Durant was the center of all the attraction during this offseason. He asked for a trade away from the team a few months ago and teams from across the NBA showed an interest.
However, he squashed all the hopes of the teams looking to recruit him. Multiple sources confirmed that KD has retracted his trade request and he will be continuing with the team. Interestingly enough, Durant is already scouting for players who he wants the team to sign.
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Dec 14, 2021; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant (7) reacts during the first quarter against the Toronto Raptors at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports| Reuters
According to reports, the team will be looking to sign a veteran who spent the last season with the Los Angeles Lakers and LeBron James. It is none other than Carmelo Anthony.
Melo is currently a free agent and it seems Brooklyn can be one of his potential suitors. A report read, “And if they wanted to appease Durant, they could bring in Carmelo Anthony, a move he’s wanted them to make.“
Report: Kevin Durant has wanted Brooklyn Nets to sign Carmelo Anthony https://t.co/MEHFu9rlr8
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With stars like Kyrie Irving, Ben Simmons, and Kevin Durant already on the team, the addition of Carmelo Anthony provides another superstar and experience. Much like the past few seasons, the Nets have had a star-studded lineup but their failure in the NBA playoffs has brought in criticism from all over.
Kevin Durant played with Carmelo Anthony on the International stage
KD will certainly look to play with Carmelo Anthony again. The NBA veteran provides that much-required experience on the bench and he has played with Durant in the past.
Melo and Durant were part of the Gold medal-winning 2012 Olympics team that represented the United States of America in the London Olympics. Moreover, the team also had stars like LeBron James and Kobe Bryant.
During the 2021-22 season, Anthony was a useful addition to the Los Angeles Lakers bench. He averaged 13.3 points, 1.0 assists, and 4.2 rebounds in 69 games. He started for the Lakers on 3 occasions.
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