The NBA trade market had been ground to a halt, by both the (presumed) embargo of the NBA Finals and by waiting on Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Then came this weekend’s <a href="https://nypost.com/2025/06/15/sports/magic-acquire-desmond-bane-from-grizzlies-in-blockbuster-nba-trade/">shocking deal sending Desmond Bane to Orlando</a>.

Will the move break the dam open? Will Kevin Durant be the next to move? And how could either deal impact the Nets?

League personnel repeatedly have told The Post they expect this to be an absurdly active offseason and the Nets to be right in the heart of it.

Then came this weekend’s shocking deal sending Desmond Bane to Orlando.{ai:summary}<p>The NBA trade market has been stagnant, largely due to the NBA Finals and the anticipation surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo. However, a surprising trade sending Desmond Bane to Orlando may signal the start of more transactions. </p><p>With expectations of a highly active offseason, speculation is rife about potential moves, including Kevin Durant, and how these changes could affect the Nets. #sports</p>

What’s the Nets domino effect from the first big trade of the NBA offseason?

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