Nets initially wanted the Tatum Brown package in the KD trade | THE IMPORTANT THINGS FIRST

The Brooklyn Nets reportedly came out with a Kevin Durant trade in negotiations with the Boston Celtics, initially soliciting both Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. Nick Wright explains why the claim itself proves the Nets aren’t a serious organization and the Celtics shouldn’t even have taken the call. 2 HOURS AGO・First things first・2:40

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KD to Nets: ‘Trade me or fire Steve Nash, Sean Marks’ | THE IMPORTANT THINGS FIRST

Kevin Durant hasn’t budged from his desire to leave Brooklyn. In fact, Shams Charania reports that during his meeting with Joe Tsai, KD claimed that the only way he would stay with the Nets was if the owner fired head coach Steve Nash and general manager Sean Marks. Nick Wright explains why Durant basically all […]

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LeBron James’ family workout videos send a clear message

Through Martin RogersFOX Sports columnist Whether you’re the type of person who spends half your life watching online videos (aka as a teenager) or you take occasional forays into the social sphere, chances are you’ll spot a clip to have Lebron James in this week. The Los Angeles Lakers star posted a sequence of him […]

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LeBron is yet to commit to an extension with Lakers | THE IMPORTANT THINGS FIRST

LeBron James is fast approaching renewal negotiations with Los Angeles, and after a disappointing end to last year’s season, many are wondering if the NBA star will be ready to tie his future to the Lakers. Nick Wright thinks LeBron should think twice before signing the overtime. Watch as he reveals what LeBron could be […]

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KD sits down with Nets owner over trade request | THE IMPORTANT THINGS FIRST

Kevin Durant requested a trade from Brooklyn back in June and while no steps have been taken yet, the Nets star is expected to meet with Joe Tsai to discuss Brooklyn’s response. Chris Broussard says KD should take the opportunity to withdraw the trade request, but Nick isn’t sure the talk will go in that […]

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Kevin Durant comes under fire for predicting pre-playoffs | THE IMPORTANT THINGS FIRST

It appears that Kevin Durant’s confidence in the Brooklyn Nets waned long before his off-season trade request. Former teammate Mike James revealed during a podcast that KD called him before the playoffs started and explained that the Nets were close to defeat. Chris Broussard shares his thoughts on the news and what it means for […]

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In memory of Bill Russell, legendary on and off the court | THE IMPORTANT THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright looks back on the achievements of Bill Russell, whose influence both on and off the court was enormous, influencing the way the NBA is played today. The Boston Celtics legend changed basketball after going on a 55-game winning streak, winning gold medals representing the USA at the Olympics, racking up an obscene number […]

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Banchero, Holmgren, Mitchell are the stars in the Pro-Am leagues

Several NBA players have hit the hardwood in the offseason circuit leagues — and hit it hard. Here’s a summary of who played where. Paolo Banchero, Chet Holmgren join me Jaden McDaniels in Seattle 2022 NBA draft No. 1 and No. 2 picks Banchero and Holmgren were present at TheCrawsOver Pro-Am League, which is chaired […]

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