It was only a matter of time… Practically every upcoming free agent is always linked to the Lakers at some point and now we have Kevin Durant. It’s been reported that Durant is heavily leaning towards remaining with the Oklahoma City Thunder and the “homecoming” to the Washington Wizards is a close second. Now it’s being reported that LA is his preferred landing spot.
(Audio) NBA: Kevin Durant Says He & Russell Westbrook are the Best Duo in the NBA
There’s a bunch of great duos in the NBA but we mostly think of backcourt debates like Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson or John Wall and Bradley Beal. In OKC they have a different combination, Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook. Unfortunately injuries have left one without the other for the past two seasons but when both are healthy, they’re a deadly combination. In fact, Durant says they’re the best 1-2 punch in the NBA.
NBA: Kevin Durant on Free Agency: I’m just trying to go out & not get cussed out by Russell Westbrook
Kevin Durant will become a free agent in the summer of 2016 and he will have no shortage of suitors. His hometown Washington Wizards are named as major contenders and the incumbent Oklahoma City Thunder are hoping to retain their superstar. Durant has been trying to keep mum on his free agency plans but many of his interviews have shown a loyalty to OKC. He also has loyalty towards his teammate and friend Russell Westbrook.
NBA: Billy Donovon Is Expected To Be Named The Oklahoma City Thunder’s Next Head Coach
After the Oklahoma City Thunder announced the firing of long time head coach Scott Brooks, they seem to have found his successor. Billy Donovon is expected to be named the next head coach of the Thunder as early as Thursday and may have a press conference set up for him as well depending on how fast contract negotiations go.
(Photo) NBA: Kevin Durant Says He Supports the Thunder’s Decision to Fire Scott Brooks 100%
The Oklahoma City Thunder announced they fired head coach Scott Brooks on Wednesday. Many wondered if the star players Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook were consulted about the firing especially since Durant will become a free agent in 2016. Durant posted on Instagram and said he was 100% behind the Thunder’s decision.
NBA: Oklahoma City Thunder Fire Head Coach Scott Brooks
The Oklahoma City Thunder have officially fired head coach Scott Brooks. Many suspected it was coming as Brooks did not seem like the coach that could get the Thunder over the hump.
