Kevin Durant no longer seeking trade from Brooklyn Nets
2 years, 4 months ago

Kevin Durant no longer seeking trade from Brooklyn Nets

New York Times  

Kevin Durant’s time in Brooklyn isn’t over after all. For starters, if healthy – and it’s a qualification that has followed the Nets since Durant and Kyrie Irving signed in 2019 – Brooklyn possesses one of the deepest rosters in the Eastern Conference. Ben Simmons is expected to be healthy for the start of the season, joining Durant and Irving in a starting lineup that will likely include sharpshooter Joe Harris and 3-and-D wing Royce O’Neale. Durant’s return means Nash, who, like Marks, recently saw his job come into question from their star player, will be under pressure to improve in his third season as the Nets head coach. GO DEEPER Amick: A Kevin Durant, Nets reconciliation was always the right call Of course, if there’s one thing the Nets have proved in recent years is there’s always something around the corner.

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NBA 2024/25: Suns, Kevin Durant plan on $120M extension after season
1 month ago

NBA 2024/25: Suns, Kevin Durant plan on $120M extension after season

The Hindu  

Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia plans to offer Kevin Durant a $120 million extension this summer after he said the two sides bypassed the eligible one-year agreement in July. Ishbia told ESPN there’s mutual interest in a deal that would bring both sides closer to their goal of the 14-time NBA All-Star retiring with the franchise eventually. There’s never been …

No Klay in L.A.: What is the Lakers’ next move?
5 months, 3 weeks ago

No Klay in L.A.: What is the Lakers’ next move?

LA Times  

LeBron James reportedly tried to recruit former Warriors guard Klay Thompson to the Lakers. More than 24 hours into free agency, armed with LeBron James’ willingness to take less than a maximum salary should the Lakers find worthy use for their midlevel exception, and the team has yet to make any moves of note. The Lakers’ pursuit of Klay Thompson …

Warriors’ Mike Dunleavy Jr. plots a reasoned offseason that might not include Klay Thompson
6 months ago

Warriors’ Mike Dunleavy Jr. plots a reasoned offseason that might not include Klay Thompson

New York Times  

SAN FRANCISCO — Maybe Mike Dunleavy Jr. had a very direct message to deliver on Monday, maybe it was a slightly coded signal to his roster and the rest of the league or maybe he was just speaking honestly about this Golden State Warriors moment. The mood of his 20-minute pre-draft media session, though, was clear: The Warriors aren’t panicked …

Durant is unsure what to expect in his return to Brooklyn after his complicated legacy with the Nets
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Durant is unsure what to expect in his return to Brooklyn after his complicated legacy with the Nets

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Kevin Durant isn’t sure what to expect when he returns to Brooklyn. It’s up in the air on what may happen.” The fans were undeniably thrilled in July 2019, when Durant and Kyrie Irving decided together to sign with the Nets as free agents. “The people that follow the Brooklyn Nets, they understood what we went through …

NBA trade board 2023-24: The latest on Pascal Siakam, Zach LaVine and more top targets
1 year ago

NBA trade board 2023-24: The latest on Pascal Siakam, Zach LaVine and more top targets

New York Times  

As the NBA calendar turns to Dec. 15, the start of NBA trade season kicks off in earnest. More from James L. Edwards III: Bojan Bogdanović is more than just a professional scorer Trade value One first-round pick Best fits Grizzlies, Cavaliers, Magic Age 34 Position Forward Contract Value $20 million Expiration 2025 Forward Grizzlies Cavaliers Magic 7 Buddy Hield …

NBA Playoffs: Suns-Nuggets continues Kevin Durant’s weird decade.
1 year, 7 months ago

NBA Playoffs: Suns-Nuggets continues Kevin Durant’s weird decade.

Slate  

There was once a time among the NBA’s chattering classes that Kevin Durant all but walked on water. No young athlete stays sainted forever, but it’s hard to think of one whose career has taken a downright stranger set of turns since that period of universal approbation than Kevin Durant. Durant’s Phoenix Suns—his third team in the past five years—are …

NBA: Durant signs ‘lifetime contract’ with Nike
1 year, 7 months ago

NBA: Durant signs ‘lifetime contract’ with Nike

The Hindu  

Phoenix Suns’ Kevin Durant has signed a ‘lifetime contract’ with sportswear giant Nike, the NBA star said on Friday, following in the footsteps of greats Michael Jordan and LeBron James as the only basketball players to have lifetime deals. We’ve done amazing work creatively and philanthropically,” Durant, a twice NBA champion and 13-times All-Star, said in a statement via Boardroom. …

Durant's stint with Suns sets stage for NBA playoff showdown with Clippers
1 year, 8 months ago

Durant's stint with Suns sets stage for NBA playoff showdown with Clippers

Hindustan Times  

Kevin Durant's arrival with the Phoenix Suns hasn't been all smooth sailing. But, when Durant has played, he's been impressive, and the Suns are unbeaten with him in the lineup, fueling hopes of a first NBA championship for the franchise in its 55-year history. Durant's arrival adds to an already talented Suns roster, which includes Chris Paul, Devin Booker, and …

Durant set to return for Suns against Timberwolves: Report
1 year, 8 months ago

Durant set to return for Suns against Timberwolves: Report

The Hindu  

Phoenix Suns star forward Kevin Durant is expected to return from a 10-game absence due to a sprained ankle for Wednesday’s game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, The Athletic reported. Suns coach Monty Williams, however, wasn’t ready to commit to Durant’s return when addressing reporters on Tuesday. He returned to action on March 1 and played in three games for Phoenix, …

Kevin Durant 'will return to the court on Wednesday vs. Minnesota Timberwolves'
1 year, 8 months ago

Kevin Durant 'will return to the court on Wednesday vs. Minnesota Timberwolves'

Daily Mail  

Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant is set to make his comeback from injury on Wednesday, according to reports. The team's recent big addition slipped during the warm-up before the Oklahoma City Thunder game on March 8 and has been out of action since due to an ankle sprain. Durant has played in only three games for the Suns since being …

Kevin Durant set to make debut with Phoenix Suns, joining forces with Devin Book
1 year, 9 months ago

Kevin Durant set to make debut with Phoenix Suns, joining forces with Devin Book

Hindustan Times  

The NBA has been buzzing with excitement since news broke out that Kevin Durant was traded to the Phoenix Suns. Kevin Durant #35 of the Phoenix Suns watches play in the second half of the game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum. Durant has been recovering from an MCL sprain since early January, but he's expected to make his …

NBA: Suns have ‘all the pieces’ to win title, says Kevin Durant after blockbuster trade
1 year, 10 months ago

NBA: Suns have ‘all the pieces’ to win title, says Kevin Durant after blockbuster trade

Firstpost  

The 34-year-old superstar joined Phoenix last week in a stunning move that has reignited the Suns’ hopes of finally winning their first NBA championship. Los Angeles: Kevin Durant believes the Phoenix Suns have been transformed into NBA title contenders following his recent blockbuster trade from the Brooklyn Nets. “So we got guys that been there and that’s half the battle, …

Durant, Irving trades signal end of an empty era for Nets
1 year, 10 months ago

Durant, Irving trades signal end of an empty era for Nets

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — James Harden arrived in Brooklyn and predicted his partnership with Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving would be “ scary hours.” It was over in a New York minute. “We’ve had a lot of frustration here with not being able to get that group on the court consistently and seeing what it really looks like,” Marks said. After …

NBA: Spencer Dinwiddie Leads Nets in Brooklyn Return, Suns Fall as Kevin Durant Waits in Wings
1 year, 10 months ago

NBA: Spencer Dinwiddie Leads Nets in Brooklyn Return, Suns Fall as Kevin Durant Waits in Wings

News 18  

The Brooklyn Nets launched a new era — without the All-Star talents of Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant — with a 116-105 NBA victory over the Chicago Bulls on Thursday thanks in large part to new arrival Spencer Dinwiddie. Dinwiddie, who returned to Brooklyn from Dallas in the trade that sent Irving to the Mavericks on Monday, scored 25 points …

NBA trade deadline sees Irving, Durant bolster West teams
1 year, 10 months ago

NBA trade deadline sees Irving, Durant bolster West teams

Associated Press  

First it was Kyrie Irving to Dallas. They acquired Durant by sending Mikal Bridges, Cam Johnson, first-round picks in 2023, 2025, 2027 and 2029, and a first-round pick swap in 2028 to the Nets, who also sent T.J. Warren back to his original team in Phoenix. “You can imagine that’s a tough blow to the group for the human side …

Nets trade Durant to Suns, get Bridges in 4-team deal
1 year, 10 months ago

Nets trade Durant to Suns, get Bridges in 4-team deal

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Kevin Durant is leaving Brooklyn, as Kyrie Irving just did and James Harden before that. The Nets traded Durant to the Suns on Thursday as part of a four-team deal, a blockbuster that kicked off the NBA’s trade deadline day. The Nets acquired Mikal Bridges, Cam Johnson, first-round picks in 2023, 2025, 2027 and 2029, and a …

NBA trade deadline: LeBron James needs to leave the Los Angeles Lakers.
1 year, 10 months ago

NBA trade deadline: LeBron James needs to leave the Los Angeles Lakers.

Slate  

LeBron James passed two milestones this week, one of them historic, the other less so. Prior to its expiration, the Los Angeles Lakers, who at the time of this writing are mired in 13th place in the Western Conference with a record of 25–30, shipped out guard Russell Westbrook and a lightly protected 2027 first-round draft pick for point guard …

NBA: Phoenix Suns to acquire Kevin Durant from Brooklyn Nets- Reports
1 year, 10 months ago

NBA: Phoenix Suns to acquire Kevin Durant from Brooklyn Nets- Reports

The Hindu  

Hours after Mat Ishbia took over as owner of the Phoenix Suns, the team made a stunning acquisition, getting star forward Kevin Durant from the Brooklyn Nets late Wednesday night, according to The Athletic and ESPN. In his NBA career with the Seattle SuperSonics, Oklahoma City Thunder, Golden State and Brooklyn, he has averages of 27.3 points, 7.1 rebounds and …

Nets trading Kevin Durant to Suns in blockbuster deal: Sources
1 year, 10 months ago

Nets trading Kevin Durant to Suns in blockbuster deal: Sources

New York Times  

The Nets are trading Kevin Durant to the Phoenix Suns for a package including Mikal Bridges, Jae Crowder, Cam Johnson, four first-round picks and additional draft compensation, league sources told The Athletic. Durant, a 13-time NBA All-Star, was in his third season with the Nets, averaging 29.7 points, 6.7 rebounds and 5.3 assists per game. GO DEEPER Amick: Kevin Durant …

NBA Trade Deadline Roundup: Kevin Durant to Suns, Lakers ship Russell Westbrook
1 year, 10 months ago

NBA Trade Deadline Roundup: Kevin Durant to Suns, Lakers ship Russell Westbrook

New York Times  

The 2023 NBA trade deadline was as busy as we’ve seen it with multiple superstars requesting trades and ultimately switching conferences ahead of the 3 p.m. Kyrie Irving, Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook are among the players landing on new teams. Here’s a recap of the biggest trade deals to know: Irving to Mavericks Former Brooklyn Nets star Irving was …

What Kevin Durant’s trade to the Suns means: 10 thoughts
1 year, 10 months ago

What Kevin Durant’s trade to the Suns means: 10 thoughts

New York Times  

PHOENIX — There’s no denying it’s championship or bust for the Phoenix Suns. Late Wednesday night in Arizona, hours after introducing team governor Mat Ishbia and on the eve of the NBA trade deadline, the Phoenix Suns worked out a blockbuster deal to send Mikal Bridges, Cam Johnson, Jae Crowder and four first-round draft selections to the Brooklyn Nets for …

Nets trade Kevin Durant to Suns, ending Brooklyn’s much-hyped hypothetical era
1 year, 10 months ago

Nets trade Kevin Durant to Suns, ending Brooklyn’s much-hyped hypothetical era

New York Times  

NEW YORK – And now, the Kevin Durant era is over in Brooklyn. “I’m just glad he got out of.” 🎥 @MarkG_Medinapic.twitter.com/SxPvUbpr5v — The Athletic February 9, 2023 Upon their arrival in 2019, Durant and Irving were handed the keys to the franchise, joining a group of players who bonded like a college team the season before and surprised everyone …

Vecenie: Why Suns’ Kevin Durant bet is a chance worth taking
1 year, 10 months ago

Vecenie: Why Suns’ Kevin Durant bet is a chance worth taking

New York Times  

Many times, when a new owner takes control of a team, they want to stamp their mark on it in a big way. The Suns are acquiring superstar forward Kevin Durant in a trade that will at the very least rival the team’s acquisition of Charles Barkley in 1992 as the most important deal in the franchise’s history. The Suns …

NBA: Kyrie Irving Joins Dallas Mavericks from Brooklyn Nets as Trade is Official
1 year, 10 months ago

NBA: Kyrie Irving Joins Dallas Mavericks from Brooklyn Nets as Trade is Official

News 18  

Kyrie Irving was welcomed to the NBA’s Dallas Mavericks on Monday as the Texas team and the Brooklyn Nets confirmed their blockbuster trade deal. The Mavericks tweeted “Welcome to Dallas” messages to Irving and Markieff Morris, who came over from the Nets in exchange for Spencer Dinwiddie and Dorian Finney-Smith, who received a similar social media greeting from Brooklyn. Irving, …

Irving going to the Dallas Mavericks
1 year, 10 months ago

Irving going to the Dallas Mavericks

China Daily  

Kyrie Irving's rocky tenure with the Brooklyn Nets ended on Sunday when the veteran guard was traded to the Dallas Mavericks, according to multiple reports. The Mavericks and Brooklyn Nets agreed Sunday on a blockbuster trade: Irving — the super-talented and often-enigmatic eight-time All-Star point guard — heads to Dallas, ending the pairing with Kevin Durant that never really had …

NBA: Kyrie Irving headed to the Dallas Mavericks from Brooklyn Nets
1 year, 10 months ago

NBA: Kyrie Irving headed to the Dallas Mavericks from Brooklyn Nets

Firstpost  

Dallas: Kyrie Irving is getting his wish. The Mavericks and Brooklyn Nets agreed Sunday on a blockbuster trade: Irving — the super-talented and often-enigmatic eight-time All-Star point guard — heads to Dallas, ending the pairing with Kevin Durant that never really had a chance to click. And I think for Dallas, they got a big-time star to go with the …

AP source: Kyrie Irving going to the Dallas Mavericks
1 year, 10 months ago

AP source: Kyrie Irving going to the Dallas Mavericks

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Kyrie Irving is getting his wish. The Mavericks and Brooklyn Nets agreed Sunday on a blockbuster trade: Irving — the super-talented and often-enigmatic eight-time All-Star point guard — heads to Dallas, ending the pairing with Kevin Durant that never really had a chance to click. And I think for Dallas, they got a big-time star to go with …

Lakers miss another chance to trade for Kyrie Irving. So now what?
1 year, 10 months ago

Lakers miss another chance to trade for Kyrie Irving. So now what?

New York Times  

The Lakers came up short in their pursuit of Kyrie Irving, as the Dallas Mavericks shocked the NBA world by acquiring the eight-time All-Star from the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday afternoon, as first reported by The Athletic’s Shams Charania. That’s before even considering a potential objective from Nets owner Joe Tsai to send Irving to any team but the Lakers, …

Irving excused from Nets-Wizards, 1 day after trade request
1 year, 10 months ago

Irving excused from Nets-Wizards, 1 day after trade request

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Kyrie Irving sat out the Brooklyn Nets’ come-from-behind win over Washington on Saturday night, a day after he told the team he would like to be traded. Brooklyn coach Jacque Vaughn said after the Nets’ 125-123 win that Irving did not attend the game and that the player’s absence was excused. He did say Irving “was not …

Nets trade Kyrie Irving to Mavericks for Spencer Dinwiddie, Dorian Finney-Smith, draft picks
1 year, 10 months ago

Nets trade Kyrie Irving to Mavericks for Spencer Dinwiddie, Dorian Finney-Smith, draft picks

New York Times  

By Shams Charania, Tim Cato and Alex Schiffer The Brooklyn Nets traded Kyrie Irving to the Dallas Mavericks for Spencer Dinwiddie, Dorian Finney-Smith, a 2029 first-round pick and two second-round picks in 2027 and 2029, the teams announced Monday. — Schiffer GO DEEPER Bye, Kai: Kyrie Irving trade ends an era of unfulfilled expectations and controversy What Dinwiddie brings to …

Kyrie Irving is SCRATCHED by Nets due to a 'sore calf' following trade demand
1 year, 10 months ago

Kyrie Irving is SCRATCHED by Nets due to a 'sore calf' following trade demand

Daily Mail  

Kyrie Irving has been scratched from Saturday's Brooklyn Nets game due to what the team is calling a 'sore calf,' thereby preserving the point guard's health ahead of Thursday's NBA Trade Deadline. The fourth-place Nets host the visiting Washington Wizards on Saturday – one day after Irving demanded a trade from Brooklyn general manager Sean Marks. Kyrie Irving has been …

Kyrie Irving's trade demand leaves NBA teams 'clamoring for KEVIN DURANT'
1 year, 10 months ago

Kyrie Irving's trade demand leaves NBA teams 'clamoring for KEVIN DURANT'

Daily Mail  

Kyrie Irving's trade demand to the Brooklyn Nets has reportedly ignited a wave of interest among rival teams… for Kevin Durant. 'Among rival teams, there's far more interest in inquiring on Kevin Durant's reaction to Kyrie Irving's trade request and how that may impact KD's future with the Nets,' read a Wojnarowski tweet. Although he's signed in Brooklyn through the …

Kyrie Irving requests trade from Brooklyn Nets: Reports
1 year, 10 months ago

Kyrie Irving requests trade from Brooklyn Nets: Reports

Firstpost  

New York: Unable to get a new contract, Kyrie Irving is looking for a new address. Irving’s agent and stepmother, Shetellia Irving, told Bleacher Report last week that she had reached out to the Nets regarding a new deal. Kyrie Irving — whose current deal with the Nets expires after this season — is eligible for a four-year contract worth …

AP source: Kyrie Irving requests trade from Nets
1 year, 10 months ago

AP source: Kyrie Irving requests trade from Nets

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Unable to get a new contract, Kyrie Irving is looking for a new address. Irving’s agent and stepmother, Shetellia Irving, told Bleacher Report last week that she had reached out to the Nets regarding a new deal. Kyrie Irving — whose current deal with the Nets expires after this season — is eligible for a four-year contract …

Kyrie Irving 'tells the Brooklyn Nets he wants to be traded'
1 year, 10 months ago

Kyrie Irving 'tells the Brooklyn Nets he wants to be traded'

Daily Mail  

The two parties were reportedly unable to come to an agreement on a new deal Kyrie Irving has told the Brooklyn Nets he wants to be traded ahead of next week's deadline, according to a report. Kyrie Irving has told the Brooklyn Nets he wants to be traded ahead of next week's deadline The 30-year-old guard will be an unrestricted …

Lakers weighing options after Kyrie Irving demands trade from the Nets
1 year, 10 months ago

Lakers weighing options after Kyrie Irving demands trade from the Nets

LA Times  

Nets guard Kyrie Irving has asked the team to trade him by the NBA’s Feb. 9 deadline. All-Star point guard Kyrie Irving wants out of Brooklyn, and like last summer the Lakers are among the favorites if the Nets decide to honor his trade request. But my focus, initially, if I could do it over, would be to heal and …

Now that Kyrie Irving has requested trade, where does he fit? What does it mean for Nets?
1 year, 10 months ago

Now that Kyrie Irving has requested trade, where does he fit? What does it mean for Nets?

New York Times  

Nets guard Kyrie Irving has requested a trade from Brooklyn, league sources tell The Athletic, an ask that comes about seven months after teammate Kevin Durant did the same before pulling back when a move never materialized. These non-basketball factors are still part of the calculus, even if Irving might want to reunite with LeBron James and make a run …

Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving ruled out vs. Pacers: Who will fill in for Nets down 8 players?
2 years ago

Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving ruled out vs. Pacers: Who will fill in for Nets down 8 players?

New York Times  

The Nets ruled out eight players ahead of their game against the Pacers on Saturday, including Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving. Here’s what you should know: Durant was ruled out due to injury management while Irving is listed as out with left adductor tightness. Seth Curry, Joe Harris, Ben Simmons and T.J. Warren were also ruled out due to injury …

Nets make Jacque Vaughn coach, decide against Udoka pursuit
2 years, 1 month ago

Nets make Jacque Vaughn coach, decide against Udoka pursuit

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Jacque Vaughn knew when he moved into Steve Nash’s seat that he might just be keeping it warm for Ime Udoka. “Over the course of this last week, these last sort of four games, it became evident that we didn’t need to look elsewhere,” Marks said. That could change going forward in the position that I’m in …

NBA: Kevin Durant believes Nets 'could have kept quiet' about Kyrie Irving
2 years, 1 month ago

NBA: Kevin Durant believes Nets 'could have kept quiet' about Kyrie Irving

Firstpost  

Kevin Durant said the team has the ability to tune out all the turbulence. Then Durant clarified on Twitter that he doesn’t condone hate speech and “is about spreading love always.” Durant spoke Friday at the Nets’ shootaround in Washington ahead of the evening’s game against the Wizards. Our game Unites people and I wanna make sure that’s at the …

Durant: Nets ‘could have kept quiet’ about Irving, tumult
2 years, 1 month ago

Durant: Nets ‘could have kept quiet’ about Irving, tumult

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Kevin Durant said Friday the Brooklyn Nets could have handled this tumultuous week a bit differently — a week in which his coach was fired and teammate Kyrie Irving was suspended for posting a link to an antisemitic work. Then Durant clarified on Twitter that he doesn’t condone hate speech and “is about spreading love always.” Durant spoke …

Analysis: Escaping the Irving saga makes Nash a big winner
2 years, 1 month ago

Analysis: Escaping the Irving saga makes Nash a big winner

Associated Press  

Steve Nash got paroled. Some will say fired, and the official term used Tuesday was that Nash and the Brooklyn Nets agreed “to part ways,” which is the popular phrasing these days when a coach leaves a team. Irving made a podcast appearance in the fall of 2020, while the bubble season — the one that Irving railed against and …

Nash out as Nets coach after poor start, more controversy
2 years, 1 month ago

Nash out as Nets coach after poor start, more controversy

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The Brooklyn Nets refused to fire Steve Nash over the summer, no matter what Kevin Durant wanted. “We’ve fallen from our goals and of meeting our goals and it was time now because we still have lofty aspirations of where we need get to.” Marks said players were not consulted, but Durant said there wouldn’t have been …

Aldridge: Nets, grasping at straws, have many more problems than their head coach
2 years, 1 month ago

Aldridge: Nets, grasping at straws, have many more problems than their head coach

New York Times  

Editor’s Note: This story is included in The Athletic’s Best of 2022. GO DEEPER It's long past due for Kyrie Irving to be accountable for his actions: Koreen Were that letter writer around today, he’d be live-Tweeting his hate, and he’d quickly be backed up by a thousand likes, and he’d be on cable TV by the next morning, egged …

Why Nets moved on from Steve Nash so early in the season: ‘Because time is ticking’
2 years, 1 month ago

Why Nets moved on from Steve Nash so early in the season: ‘Because time is ticking’

New York Times  

NEW YORK – Kevin Durant woke up from a pregame nap on Tuesday, turned on ESPN and learned he would be playing for a new coach later that evening. “Because time is ticking.” Meeting with the media on Tuesday ahead of the game against the Bulls, Marks admitted the organization hasn’t won much on the court or in the public …

Steve Nash removed as Brooklyn Nets coach
2 years, 1 month ago

Steve Nash removed as Brooklyn Nets coach

The Hindu  

Steve Nash is out as Brooklyn Nets coach after the team announced Tuesday that it had parted ways with the Hall of Fame point guard, a day after it beat Indiana Pacers to improve to 2-5. “Since becoming head coach, Steve was faced with a number of unprecedented challenges, and we are sincerely grateful for his leadership, patience and humility …

Is Ime Udoka the answer for Nets? What’s next for Brooklyn after sacking Steve Nash?
2 years, 1 month ago

Is Ime Udoka the answer for Nets? What’s next for Brooklyn after sacking Steve Nash?

New York Times  

What a day in Brooklyn. The Brooklyn Nets and Steve Nash parted ways Tuesday after a 2-5 start to the season, and league sources with direct knowledge of the discussions tell The Athletic’s Shams Charania that the Nets plan to hire suspended Celtics coach Ime Udoka as their new head coach. The Nets made the playoffs in both of Nash’s …

Vorkunov: The Nets and their latest tumult means another day, another scandal
2 years, 1 month ago

Vorkunov: The Nets and their latest tumult means another day, another scandal

New York Times  

NEW YORK — Sean Marks spent Tuesday talking about “unprecedented challenges.” Those were his words, his descriptor for all that Steve Nash had to endure in his two-plus seasons as the Nets head coach. The Nets are not the first franchise to keep pushing further in search of a championship, to take the “it’s worth it if it all works …

Nets to hire Celtics’ Ime Udoka after parting ways with Steve Nash: Sources
2 years, 1 month ago

Nets to hire Celtics’ Ime Udoka after parting ways with Steve Nash: Sources

New York Times  

The Brooklyn Nets plan to hire suspended Celtics coach Ime Udoka after agreeing to part ways with Steve Nash on Tuesday, league sources with direct knowledge of the discussions told The Athletic. The decision to move on from Nash comes amid months of turmoil in the organization, including yet another off-court controversy involving Kyrie Irving that began last week. During …

If Celtics let Ime Udoka become Nets coach, more than basketball is on the line
2 years, 1 month ago

If Celtics let Ime Udoka become Nets coach, more than basketball is on the line

New York Times  

There was always a chance Ime Udoka would end up on another team’s coaching staff in the near future. Well, two weeks into the season, Steve Nash is suddenly out in Brooklyn, and The Athletic’s Shams Charania reported Tuesday that the Nets are planning to hire Udoka as their new head coach. GO DEEPER Russo: If the Nets hire Ime …

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