New Report Reveals What Nets Want From Lakers In Kyrie Trade

Kyrie Irving #11 of the Brooklyn Nets dribbles downcourt against Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics during the first quarter of Round 1 Game 1 of the 2022 NBA

Depending on the day and source, Kyrie Irving going to the Los Angeles Lakers is either a formality or a longshot.

If the Brooklyn Nets trade the point guard, the Lakers appear to be the most likely suitor.

However, a two-team exchange would require Brooklyn to take back Russell Westbrook. The Nets would then have to add more to match the salaries.

As a result, the Nets reportedly want the Lakers to sweeten the deal with draft compensation.

According to Marc Stein (h/t CBS Sports), the Nets are eyeing a first-round pick in an Irving-Westbrook trade.

However, Stein added that Brooklyn is more focused on Kevin Durant.

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The Nets will reportedly look to settle the former MVP's situation before getting deep into negotiations for Irving.

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Brooklyn's reported request could further complicate an already odd predicament. Having sent the New Orleans Pelicans a package of draft picks for Anthony Davis

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the Lakers don't have any tradable first-round selections until 2027 and 2029.

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If the Nets are turning their attention to Durant, it could be a while before anyone gets any answers on the Kyrie front.

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