The 2019 draft is just weeks away and teams will be hoping to strike gold by drafting either Zion Williamson or Ja Morant. Meanwhile, Anthony Davis continues to be linked with a blockbuster trade, while a host of stars including Kyrie Irving, Kawhi Leonard, and Kemba Walker are about to hit free agency.
So, with plenty happening around the NBA, here are the biggest news stories and rumours you need to know for June 12th.
NBA Executives still believe that Kevin Durant will secure a max-deal
Kevin Durant made his much-anticipated return to the court on Monday night, although his comeback lasted just 12 minutes. It is believed that Durant suffered an Achilles tear early in the second quarter, and his absence will have a huge impact on the Warriors’ hopes of winning a third straight title.
Durant will hit free agency this summer, and according to ESPN’s Bobby Marks, teams won’t be deterred by the 2014 MVP’s setback:
During the 18-19 regular season, Durant averaged 26.0 points, 6.4 rebounds and 5.9 assists per game.
Anthony Davis’ future could be decided by next week
Reports earlier this week revealed that the New Orleans Pelicans were finally open to trading Anthony Davis, and Steve Kyler of Basketball Insiders believes a deal could be completed next week:
Davis has spent his entire career with the Pelicans but requested a trade back in January due to the organisation’s inability to compete.
Paul George has second operation
Paul George struggled with a shoulder injury during the second half of the season, and the 29-year-old had surgery on his right shoulder following the Thunder’s first-round playoff exit. And, ESPN is reporting that George has now had a second procedure on his left shoulder:
During the 18-19 season, George averaged 28.0 points and 8.2 rebounds per game, and he is a finalist for the NBA’s Most Valuable Player.
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