Kevin Durant spoke out on Kyrie Irving's trade to Dallas in his first press conference as a member of the Suns.
Sam Jarden
Durant, Irving and Harden played a grand total of 16 games together.
Jordan Greer
Kevin Durant has reportedly been traded to the Suns in a blockbuster deadline deal.
Kyle Irving
The Suns are pushing their chips into the middle of the table, pulling off a blockbuster deal to acquire 13-time All-Star Kevin Durant.
Benyam Kidane
The Nets are sending Kevin Durant to the Suns in exchange for multiple players and draft picks, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
After his Mavericks debut, Kyrie Irving was asked about the reported blockbuster deal that sent Kevin Durant to the Suns.
LeBron James is officially the NBA's all-time leading scorer after passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Beyond holding the all-time record, here's why James holds the all-time edge over Michael Jordan, Wilt Chamberlain, Kevin Durant and more.
Micah Adams
There's been plenty of discussion on the immediate impact of Irving joining Luka Doncic and the Mavericks. Here are some answers to the long-term questions arising from the trade.
Stephen Noh
Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic have a number of questions to answer to reach their full potential as a duo.
Scott Rafferty
How did the Nets and Mavericks fare in this deal? The Sporting News breaks down trade grades for each team below.
Gilbert McGregor
The pairing of Irving and Luka Doncic has drawn plenty of reactions from across the NBA world.
Edward Sutelan
Eight-time All-Star Kyrie Irving is on the move midway through his fourth season with the Nets.
There are a number of reasons that allow the Clippers to stand out from the pack from other reported suitors.
On Friday, LeBron James fanned the flames of the rumors with a simple tweet. On Saturday, he addressed recent rumors with a deflection followed by a rather direct answer.
Kyrie Irving's social media posts often include references to the word "Hélà." Where did the word come from? And what does it mean?
With less than a week remaining before this season's trade deadline, The Athletic's Shams Charania broke the news that Kyrie Irving has requested a trade from the Nets.
Irving is in the midst of one of the best seasons of his career, averaging 27.1 points, 5.3 assists and 5.1 rebounds per game. What prompted him to hit the eject button?
Ben Simmons has experienced another setback in a season of ups and downs with the Nets.
With Kevin Durant out of the lineup, Kyrie Irving has caught fire to keep the Nets afloat.
Feb. 10 marks the one-year anniversary of the deal that saw James Harden and Ben Simmons swap teams. How does that trade look today?
How long will the Celtics be without their All-Star swingman?
Joseph Corr
Which general managers should feel the deepest sense of regret when they see Kevin Durant in a Nets jersey?
Now, with the Nets temporarily unable to rely on Durant's heroics, the spotlight on Simmons will get much brighter.
Kevin Durant has been diagnosed with a sprained right MCL — his third lower-body injury in as many seasons.
Can the Nets survive the next few weeks without Kevin Durant? Let's take a closer look at the impact of his injury.
Less than two months ago, things were looking bleak for Brooklyn. Since then, Brooklyn has been the NBA's hottest team, using a recent surge to rise toward the top of the Eastern Conference standings.
The Brooklyn Nets are the hottest team in basketball, after reeling off 11 straight wins.
The Warriors were dominated by the Nets from the opening tip in Brooklyn and head coach Steve Kerr was candid when addressing his team's struggles postgame.
As Brooklyn looks to continue its surge toward the top of the East standings, here's what we know about Irving's status with the Nets moving forward.
Kevin Durant, who once seemed destined to leave Brooklyn, has been the driving force behind Brooklyn's surge.
Yuta Watanabe has been immune to pressure, turning his game up during crunch time of close games and fourth quarters.
Kyrie Irving capped off a 32-point night with a game-winning 3 at the buzzer to deliver a 119-116 win over the Raptors.
No Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving or six other players. Brooklyn still won 136-133.
Kevin Durant dropped 39 points on Wednesday night, but it was the performances of Devin Booker and Jayson Tatum that had everyone talking — including KD.
The Sporting News has you covered with the latest updates on Ben Simmons' calf injury.
Kevin Durant and Bol Bol went toe-to-toe down the stretch as the seven-footers traded pull-up jumpers and 3-pointers at Barclays Center.
Move over, P.J. Tucker. There's a new corner shooter in town.
Ben Simmons was welcomed back to Philadelphia with plenty of boos as the shorthanded 76ers closed out a 115-106 win against the Nets.
Ben Simmons is set to make his highly anticipated return to Philadelphia on Tuesday night.
Ben Simmons will face the 76ers for the first time since being traded to the Nets. While his exit was messy, there's no denying he was a force of nature in Philadelphia.
ESPN's lead NBA Draft analyst, Jonathan Givony, had an incredibly accurate scouting report on Ben Simmons after his freshman year of college.
The reception in Simmons' return will rival that of other notable stars that drew the ire of fans as they left as free agents or via trade. Let's look back at some of the most notable.
Yuta Watanabe has given the Nets excellent two-way play, quickly becoming a fan favorite. How his sped-up shot release has led him to become the most accurate 3-point shooter in the league.
Yes, it's early. But Yuta Watanabe is shooting at a clip that not only leads the NBA, but would be the most accurate 3-point shooting season in NBA history.
Ben Simmons knows a thing or two about the wrath of Philadelphia sports fans.
Here is the latest on Irving's status for the Nets' upcoming game and beyond.
Kyrie Irving has been suspended since Nov. 3 after supporting a movie with antisemitic views.
The Nets went 5-3 in Irving's absence, but are they better without him? There's much more to it than the numbers may indicate.
Ben Simmons flirted with a triple-double to the tune of 15 points, 13 rebounds and seven assists.
Despite the Nets' on-court struggles and off-court drama, Durant insists that he has embraced the challenge of "grinding" with his teammates and new head coach Jacque Vaughn.
If Los Angeles' front office is really feeling the need to make a splash, there is a star guard in Brooklyn who could probably use a change of scenery.
The Nets announced on Wednesday that they have hired Jacque Vaughn as their next head coach.
The Nets officially named Vaughn as the team's new head coach on Nov. 9 after initial reports indicated that they were expected to hire suspended Celtics coach Ime Udoka.
Ben Simmons can't stay out of foul trouble. How injuries and an unfamiliar role are contributing to the Nets' bad team defense.
Here's the latest on when Ben Simmons could return to the Nets.
LeBron James acknowledged his former teammate "caused some harm" with his recent actions involving a film that included antisemitic messaging.
The Nets announced on Thursday that they will suspend Kyrie Irving for at least five games without pay.
Nets general manager Sean Marks addressed the media after the team and head coach Steve Nash mutually agreed to part ways.
As the Nets look to turn things around and make an NBA title run, they begin a search elsewhere for their next lead man.
Following the team's win over Indiana on Monday, news broke that Brooklyn and Steve Nash have agreed to part ways.
"I wish the Nest all the success in the world," Nash said.
Late in the third quarter against the Bucks, Steve Nash received two technical fouls in quick succession.
Why studying 'The Greek Freak' is Simmons' best hope for returning to All-Star form.
Kevin Durant knows a thing or two about being a superstar at a young age.
Brooklyn did a number of things against Toronto that bode well for the team's hope of contending for an NBA title this season.
Williamson was electric on Wednesday night, totaling 25 points, nine rebounds, four steals and three assists in New Orleans' 130-108 victory.
Ben Simmons's first regular season game in a Nets uniform didn't move the needle as they fell to the New Orleans Pelicans 130-108.
The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates from Pelicans vs. Nets on Wednesday. Check out all of the highlights you may have missed right here.
"I don't have any anger or hate towards him," Simmons said of Embiid. "He is who he is and I am who I am."
Can the Aussie rediscover his All-Star form? It won't happen overnight.
Ben Simmons took the court as a Net for the first time, showing flashes of his all-around game in a 19-minute cameo.
Kyrie Irving opened up to the media about how his vaccination status impacted his contract negotiations with the team last season.
After an offseason of turmoil, Durant provided insight and clarity on what's happened in the past and what could come in the future.
It's been a while since we heard from Ben Simmons, but the three-time All-Star chatted with JJ Redick for over an hour ahead of the 2022-23 season.
After over a year without playing an NBA game, expectations for Ben Simmons are at an all-time low, creating the perfect storm for the Aussie to shine for the Brooklyn Nets.
The Nets announced that Durant and the franchise "have agreed to move forward with our partnership," keeping Durant in Brooklyn.
With the biggest storyline of the offseason being settled, the basketball world didn't waste much time reacting to the news.
While Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving dominated headlines this offseason, the Nets quietly went about their business and assembled one of the deepest teams in the NBA.
On Tuesday morning, the Nets released a statement announcing that the team will keep Durant, who reportedly requested a trade out of Brooklyn on June 30.
Kevin Durant requested a trade nearly two months ago but remains on the Nets. Have teams forgotten how good the 12-time All-Star is?
In addition to lifting the Grizzlies into title contention, Kevin Durant would add another dynamic to one of the NBA's most entertaining new rivalries.
Will Durant and Irving still be members of the Nets when the 2022-23 season begins?
On Monday, NBA insider Marc Stein reported that an unnamed NBA executive said Kevin Durant is more likely to retire than play for the Nets. The All-Star forward quickly shot down that rumor.
According to The Athletic's Shams Charania, Kevin Durant has given Nets owner Joe Tsai an ultimatum.
Durant put in a trade request on June 30, however, there has been little traction on a deal for the 12-time All-Star.
Kevin Durant requested a trade from the Nets almost a month ago but remains on the team. Brooklyn's astronomical asking price has a lot to do with that.
Jayson Tatum isn't buying rumors of Jaylen Brown being shopped for Kevin Durant wholesale.
Kevin Skiver
With four more years remaining on his current contract, Kevin Durant will be knocking on the door of his 40th birthday the next time he's a free agent.
There are a few factors involved that have brought Durant trade discussions to a halt.
The Celtics have reportedly offered Jaylen Brown in a trade package to the Nets for former MVP Kevin Durant.
Jaylen Brown's tweet came following the news that the Celtics offered him in a package for Kevin Durant.
With the trade market changing over the past few weeks, does Boston have the strongest trade package to acquire Kevin Durant?
The Sporting News will keep you updated on all of the Durant drama as more reports emerge from the situation.
Despite his immense talent, there hasn't been much of a market for Irving outside of one interested team: the Lakers.
With the Pacers extending a max offer sheet to Deandre Ayton, a potential Kevin Durant-to-Phoenix gets a little more complicated.
Kevin Durant named Miami as one of his preferred destinations for a trade, but can the Heat gather enough assets to make it happen?
The Sporting News will keep you up to date on Irving-related news and rumors as more reports emerge about his situation. Here's what we know so far.
The 23-year-old restricted free agent, who has averaged 16.3 points and 10.5 rebounds per game across four seasons in Phoenix, could soon be on his way to a new team.
Stephen Curry's comments come less than two weeks after Kevin Durant requested a trade from the Nets.
The Spurs have already made a big deal this offseason, trading Dejounte Murray to the Hawks for multiple draft picks.
Which team can offer the Nets the best package for Kevin Durant?
Are we absolutely sure Durant has burned that bridge back to Brooklyn?
Golden State's stars would reportedly embrace Kevin Durant if there was a reunion, but they're not pushing the front office to pursue the four-time scoring champion.
The Nets and Lakers are "actively engaged" in trade discussions centered around Kyrie Irving and Russell Westbrook, Yahoo Sports' Chris Haynes reports.
The Golden State Warriors reportedly could be considering trading for Kevin Durant.
Ananth Pandian
The bottom line: Zion Williamson and Trae Young can't be on a roster with Ben Simmons.
A 12-time All-Star who is still in the conversation for best player in the NBA, the Nets will almost certainly get a massive return for Kevin Durant in a trade.
Kevin Durant has requested a trade away from the Nets. Here's why he wants to suit up for his fourth NBA team next season.
Jacob Camenker
While teams line up to make their best offer for Kevin Durant, what does his trade request mean for Kyrie Irving?
Kevin Durant has set the NBA world ablaze by formally requesting a trade from the Nets.
Kevin Durant might be entering his mid-30s and is only a few years removed from tearing his Achilles, but he's still in the conversation for best player in the league. Him being traded could shake up the entire NBA.
Kyrie Irving's decision to opt in to the final year of his deal answers one of the Nets' biggest questions of the offseason, however, there are still plenty more dominos to fall.
Kyrie Irving has reportedly told The Athletic's Shams Charania that he will opt into the final year of his contract and remain with the Nets next season.
Kyrie Irving appears to have one foot out of the door in Brooklyn.
Which one of the Lakers, Clippers, Knicks, Nets, Mavericks and 76ers would be the best fit for Kyrie Irving?
Nets star Kevin Durant is reportedly "monitoring" the team's situation and "considering options with his future."
It seems as though the Lakers are a real option for Kyrie Irving in free agency, but it comes with a caveat.
"So, when Steve Nash had the team on the floor, and they practiced, they would finish, and he'd go and get five guys and conduct his own practice," Smith said.
Here is what we know about Irving's situation, including potential landing spots if he can't reach an agreement with the Nets.
Kyrie Irving has a player option worth $36.9 million for the 2022-23 season.
Ben Simmons underwent a successful procedure on his back on Thursday, May 5, the Nets announced.
Nick Metallinos
Ben Simmons is set to undergo back surgery this week and is expected to make a full recovery in three to four months time.
During Kyrie Irving's masterful Game 1 performance against the Celtics, LeBron James was quick to remind everyone Irving was left off the NBA 75th anniversary team that was honored at All-Star Weekend.
Barkley and Durant have been engaged in a war of words after Barkley said the Nets star is a "bus rider."
Kevin Durant shows his support for Steve Nash after Boston swept Brooklyn in the first-round.
The Nets' top priority this offseason will be reaching a contract extension with Kyrie Irving.
After being swept out of the playoffs by the Celtics, the Nets will shift their focus to an important offseason that begins with retaining All-Star guard Kyrie Irving.
How does a team go from title aspirations to getting swept in the opening round? A long series of events ultimately resulted in the Nets' downfall.
Will Ben Simmons make his Nets debut in their first-round series against the Celtics?
The Celtics have the Nets on the brink of elimination, leading 3-0 in the series.
Through the first three games of the series between the Celtics and Nets, Kevin Durant is averaging a playoff career-low 22.0 points per game.
According to Brooklyn Nets coach Steve Nash, fatigue to Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving is factoring into their 0-3 deficit against the Boston Celtics.
Jayson Tatum's dominance on both sides of the ball against the Nets has the Celtics in position to potentially complete a first-round sweep.
The first-round series between the Celtics and Nets has lived up to the hype through the first two games. What will Game 3 have in store?
Ben Simmons has made progress in his recovery from a back injury, and Game 4 of the Nets' first-round series with the Celtics has reportedly turned into his potential debut with the Nets.
Through the first two games of the series, Durant has shot 13-of-41 from the field as the Celtics' high-pressure defense continues to cause problems for the Nets star.
Ben Simmons has yet to play a game this season, but a return hasn't been ruled out.
The thrilling finish between the Celtics and Nets in Game 1 probably has you wondering when Game 2 is.
Kyrie Irving was chirping with the Celtics crowd for a good portion of Game 1, and Shaquille O'Neal was not a fan.
How did the Nets lose track of Jayson Tatum of all people? TSN's Scott Rafferty takes a closer look.
Draymond Green, Jamal Crawford, Dejounte Murray, Kevin Love and more chimed in after Jayson Tatum's game-winning buzzer-beater.
Kyrie Irving nearly carried the Nets to a Game 1 road win over the Celtics, but Jayson Tatum's game-winning layup pulled Boston to victory as time expired.
Kyrie Irving said before the 2018-19 season that he was going to stay with the Celtics. That didn't end up happening.
There's nothing quite like an NBA Playoff rematch, which is exactly what we're getting in the first-round series between the Celtics and Nets.
The Celtics are without big man Robert Williams III, but Kevin Durant doesn't think that makes them any less dangerous.
Here's everything you need to know about the first round matchup between the Celtics and Nets.
According to Vegas, the Nets are favored to beat the Celtics in the first round.
The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Nets vs. Cavaliers. Check out the complete results from the Play-In game.
The second iteration of the NBA Play-In Tournament gets underway on Tuesday when the Nets host the Cavaliers.
Ben Simmons has yet to make his Nets debut and it isn't clear if he'll play at all this season.
With only days remaining in the 2021-22 NBA season, the league's leading scorers are currently separated by less than 0.5 points per game.
Here are the latest clinching scenarios, plus an updated look at the standings in the East and West.
Examining how Vegas handicaps NBA title odds and how NBA models like FiveThirtyEight come to different numbers
Middleton was assessed a Flagrant 2 foul with 5:05 remaining in the game after a hard foul on Nets guard Bruce Brown.
Brooklyn Nets coach Steve Nash revealed that Ben Simmons is recovering from a herniated disc. How will that impact his timeline for making his Nets' debut?
Kyrie Irving has appeared in 94 games over the last three seasons with the Nets, posting averages of 27.3 points, 6.0 assists and 4.8 rebounds per contest.
Kyrie Irving is set to be cleared for home games right in time for the playoffs, giving the Nets a huge boost to their championship hopes.
The Nets are set to have Kyrie Irving back as a full-time player as New York City Mayor Eric Adams is reportedly set to lift the private sector vaccine mandate.
Six players. Eight 50-point performances. While no two 50-point games are alike, there are a few common threads that connect these performances from a historic month of March.
Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving's recent play has taken the pressure off Ben Simmons when he does eventually return to on-court action.
Kevin Durant is operating under different rules than LeBron James, Joel Embiid and Giannis Antetokounmpo, but he could still lead the league in scoring this season.
Ja Morant has ascended to superstardom this season and despite being just 22 years old, Kevin Durant says the Grizzlies point guard is destined to become one of the game's greats.
Barring injury, LeBron James will eventually pass Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to become the NBA's all-time leading scorer. But looking beyond career point totals, how does The King stack up with Michael Jordan, Wilt Chamberlain and Kevin Durant?
The Nets star was asked about his opinion on the much-discussed MVP race following Brooklyn's win over Portland.
Already behind the eight-ball, the Brooklyn Nets are running out of time to find some momentum and cohesiveness before the playoffs begin next month.
It seems Ben Simmons is still not any closer to making his debut with Brooklyn.
Kyrie Irving put on a show in Orlando, pouring in 60 points to set a new career-high and Nets franchise record. NBA players, past and present took to Twitter in awe of his basketball wizardry.
Kyrie Irving becomes 32nd player in NBA history to score 60 points, setting a new career-high as well as the most points scored in a single game in Nets franchise history.
To lead the shorthanded Nets past the Knicks, Kevin Durant went off for 53 points and added nine assists, six rebounds and two steals in 43 minutes of action.
Kyrie Irving is prohibited from playing in games that take place in New York City, but can attend as a spectator. Why?
The Philadelphia crowd came to boo Ben Simmons but ended up booing their own team as Kevin Durant led the Nets to a 29-point win at Wells Fargo Center.
The budding rivalry between the 76ers and the Nets has everyone salivating for a seven-game series and despite the off-court storylines surrounding both teams, it's the matchup between Joel Embiid and Kevin Durant that is emerging as the best subplot.
Even though Ben Simmons didn't suit up for his return to Philadelphia, he was present on the Nets bench for the game.
Once considered a foundational piece of "The Process," Simmons is now with the Brooklyn Nets and there is no love lost between the Australian and his former team.
Ben Simmons has been ruled out for his return to Philadelphia due to return to "competition reconditioning/back soreness." However, the All-Star guard is expected to sit on the bench.
Ben Simmons won't play against the 76ers on Thursday, but he will be on the bench with his new team. Kevin Durant told reporters what advice he gave Simmons ahead of Thursday's Philly reunion.
Kyrie Irving put on a show against the Hornets, dropping 50 points on just 19 shots. His scoring display put his name alongside some elite company as he led the Nets to victory.
Jayson Tatum poured in a season-high 54 points, tying Larry Bird for the most 50-point games in Celtics history. Kevin Durant went off for 37 points, surpassing the 25,000-point mark for his career.
Will Ben Simmons return to the floor before the end of the regular season?
With Kevin Durant's return to the court after a month-long absence, the Nets received a big boost, but with Ben Simmons still sidelined and Kyrie Irving ineligible for road games, their path to the postseason isn't necessarily guaranteed.
Kevin Durant scored 31 points in his return after nearly two months away from basketball with a sprained MCL, but it wasn't enough to stop the Nets from dropping their third consecutive game, losing 113-107 to the Miami Heat.
Steve Nash has been placed in the league's health and safety protocols and will not coach against the Raptors on Monday.
Days after it appeared as though Kyrie Irving would soon be able to rejoin the Nets on a full-time basis, a statement from New York City Mayor Eric Adams indicates that it still could be some time before Irving is permitted to play in home games.
Based on recent developments in New York City, the Nets could soon get Kyrie Irving back on a full-time basis.
With their 126-123 loss at home to the Brooklyn Nets, the Milwaukee Bucks remain just outside the top four seeding in the East, and as we approach the backend of the NBA regular season, is there reason for concern for the defending champs heading into the playoffs?
After five seasons as teammates in Philadelphia, the split between Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons became official with the Feb. 10 trade that sent Simmons to the Nets.
With the stretch run of the season approaching, plenty of teams haven't lived up to their expectations. Is it time to panic just yet? Let's break out the panic meter for the remainder of the season.
With All-Star weekend behind us, our attention shifts focus to the final remaining 20-plus games of the regular season. Will preseason title favorites like the Nets and Lakers turn things around?
Looking at all of Dragic's Raptors minutes to guess how much he has left in the tank.
According to The Athletic's Shams Charania, veteran guard Goran Dragic will sign with the Brooklyn Nets for the remainder of the 2021-22 season.
Durant, who was set to be honored along with the members of the NBA75 team at half-time, will be with his family following the death of his grandmother.
Patty Mills talked about his relationship with Ben Simmons and mentioned that he seems to be in a "good place."
"I believe that we are saying to out-of-town athletes that they can come in and not be vaccinated," Adams said.
The trade that sent James Harden from Brooklyn to Philadelphia signaled the end of the Nets' Big Three era seemingly before it ever began. How did things get to the point of no return? A timeline of events shows that the writing may have been on the wall well before anyone on the outside may have realized.
Due to his vaccination status, Kyrie Irving has only been allowed to play in road games this season, but he will not be suiting up for the Nets when they play an away game at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday night.
Ben Simmons spoke to the media for the first time since being traded from the 76ers to the Nets.
It's a new beginning for Ben Simmons in Brooklyn, and the Australian will get his fresh start with a brand new jersey number. Simmons will wear number 10 with the Nets this season.
The Nets traded James Harden to the 76ers for Ben Simmons, Seth Curry, Andre Drummond and two first-round picks. Who won the trade? SN's Steph Noh breaks it all down.
The 76ers are taking a cautious approach with their newest addition, James Harden, who is experiencing a "strength deficit" in his left hamstring.
After the Nets dropped their 11th straight game, Kyrie Irving was none too pleased when reporters asked if he felt guilty about his part-time status.
