On Sunday night, superstar Kevin Durant decided where he’ll be playing basketball for the coming years. He ultimately signed a four-year, $164 million deal with the Brooklyn Nets, as did superstar point guard Kyrie Irving for four years and $141 million.
But why did Durant decide that leaving the Warriors was the best move for himself? Why would he leave a team that he went to three-straight NBA Finals with, winning two in the process?
Well, for one, the reported lack of respect could’ve played a role.