NBA Trade Rumours: Nets set to splash big for acquiring Kevin Love from reeling Cavaliers

NBA has seen its longest trade drought since 1968 this season. Rumour has it that this -trade streak could finally be brought to an end, courtesy Brooklyn Nets. likes of Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant are already on Nets' roster, which provides Nets with as competitive a core as any team in Eastern Conference. However, Nets are reportedly looking to go one better, with a move for Cleveland Cavaliers' sharpshooter, Kevin Love. 

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Nets Trade Rumours: Kevin Love on radar

An ESPN report indicates that Cleveland Cavaliers are ready to listen to offers for Kevin Love. With Cavaliers languishing at second last position in Eastern Conference standings, a move to Brooklyn Nets will make sense for both parties, considering that Nets could very well be in contention for playoffs this season. likes of Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant have t featured in most games for Nets this season. With arrival of Kevin Love, however, five-time NBA All-Star's rebounding and long-distance shooting could provide ideal foil for abilities of Irving and Durant, once y return to full fitness. 

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Nets Trade Rumours: Nets could recreate Cavaliers' historic core

Kevin Love's salary, however, could prove to be somewhat of a stumbling block, if Cavaliers are willing to trade. However, if Nets are to end ir decades of title drought, Kevin Love could very well be man to lead charge. Ar interesting take is that Nets could recreate a version of  Cavaliers’ core that made history in 2015-16 NBA season by becoming first NBA team to overcome a 3-1 deficit in NBA Finals. While Cavaliers' 2015-16 core included LeBron James, once fit, Kevin Durant could play LeBron role for Nets. Blazers, Celtics and Nuggets have also reportedly shown interest in Kevin Love. 

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