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3 reasons why the Boston Celtics should trade for Kevin Durant

By Loyal Ricks Jr

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 23: Kevin Durant #7 of the Brooklyn Nets dribbles against Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics during Game Three of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Barclays Center on April 23, 2022 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images).
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 23: Kevin Durant #7 of the Brooklyn Nets dribbles against Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics during Game Three of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Barclays Center on April 23, 2022 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images). /
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NBA Trades, Kevin Durant, Brooklyn Nets, Boston Celtics
Kevin Durant #7 of the Brooklyn Nets drives to the basket past Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics on March 6, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts (Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images). /

3. The tandem of Kevin Durant and Jayson Tatum is worth the trade package.

Scoring is one of No. 7’s strong suits. Pairing him with one of the most dangerous young scorers could help Boston achieve new heights. After an impressive post-season, analysts and fans are excited to see what comes next for star forward Jayson Tatum. In 2021, Tatum finished the regular season with a career-high 26.9 points per game average, finishing seventh in the category. His ability to create his shot made him one of the most dangerous ball-handlers to guard, outside of Durant.

Similarities between Durant and Tatum have helped fans in Boston remain excited about their young All-Star’s career. Both are well versed in scoring and creating opportunities for their teammates. Another experienced wing player on the court will add tools to his scoring arsenal. With Durant as the tutor, Tatum could easily co-lead the Boston Celtics to another NBA Finals appearance next season, making this trade valueable in the long run.

Finding the perfect trade for KD’s talents will become more of a task for the Nets if the front office shuffles their feet. Until it becomes clear that the team does not want to trade KD, Brooklyn must seek diligently for an acceptable deal.

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Evaluating the Boston Celtics as a potential trade partner could provide success for both parties in the long run.