The Dallas Mavericks were within reach of the Larry O’Brien trophy, sensing its presence. Despite falling short against the top team in the league, the Boston Celtics, there’s no shame in that defeat. They aim to capitalize on this momentum to return to championship contention.
Therefore, it’s unsurprising that they’re eyeing a significant move in the upcoming offseason. According to a report by Brandon ‘Scoop B’ Robinson, Jason Kidd’s team is closely monitoring Kevin Durant’s status (via Legion Hoops).
Kevin Durant has been a hot topic on social media recently. Following a major trade between the Brooklyn Nets and Houston Rockets involving draft picks, speculation suggests that Houston is preparing to pursue the two-time NBA champion.
This development appears to lessen the likelihood of Durant moving to Dallas. The Mavericks lack the assets to outbid the Rockets, and trading away Luka Doncic is completely off the table. Keeping Kyrie Irving also seems crucial for Dallas, potentially influencing any plans involving Durant, especially considering their friendship.
While the idea of reuniting Durant with his close friend is appealing, even if their partnership in Brooklyn didn’t pan out as hoped, it appears the Mavericks might not have a clear path to acquiring the star from the Phoenix Suns.
Nevertheless, surprising twists are not uncommon in the NBA, so anything could still happen.