Warriors Expected to Offer Kevin Durant Massive Max Deal at Start of Free Agency
By Parker White
Kevin Durant is out with an Achilles injury that will keep him sidelined for the entire 2019-2020 season, but that doesn't seem to bother teams who are vying for his signature as he enters free agency.
According to Marc Stein of the New York Times, the Golden State Warriors are expected to offer Durant a five-year, $221 million max offer when free agency begins.
All indications to date suggest the Warriors will present Kevin Durant with a five-year, $221 mil max offer when they get their chance. Can the Clippers -- even with two recruiters KD is known to admire: Jerry West and Steve Ballmer -- top that after the injury he just suffered?
— Marc Stein (@TheSteinLine) June 29, 2019
Bob Myers will be in New York this weekend, meeting with Durant and hoping to return back to the Bay with the superstar on the roster and under contract.
It was reported Saturday that Durant and fellow superstar free agent Kawhi Leonard have talked about teaming up with the Los Angeles Clippers or New York Knicks, but it remains to be seen if KD is ready to walk away from the Dubs just yet. They may he his best chance at another ring.
The Warriors’ moves begin: Klay Thompson is set to re-sign, Bob Myers plans to meet with Kevin Durant: @anthonyVslater https://t.co/upJM4cEzG7
— The Athletic (@TheAthleticSF) June 29, 2019
It comes down to whether Durant wants to move on and add another chapter to his legacy with another team, or stay in a familiar spot where you know you'll be in contention to win more championships.