The world has been waiting impatiently for Kevin Durant to make a statement in light of everything that has been occurring in Brooklyn, New York. People are attempting to understand how he feels about his future with the team as the final remaining star of the Nets.

So far, Durant has been silent and the latest news on his MCL recovery means we shouldn’t expect him back for All-Star weekend, either.

According to Bleacher Report’s Chris Haynes, KD has officially been ruled out for this month’s NBA All-Star game.

Brooklyn Nets star Kevin Durant (MCL sprain) will not play in the All-Star game next week in Salt Lake City, league sources tell @NBAonTNT @BleacherReport

Brooklyn Nets star Kevin Durant (MCL sprain) will not play in the All-Star game on Feb. 19 in Salt Lake City, league sources tell @NBAonTNT, @BleacherReport.

— Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) February 7, 2023

This news isn’t surprising, although there was a lot of hope that Durant would make his return before All-Star weekend. With Kyrie traded, and new players to implement in the offense, the Nets could use their superstar back as soon as possible.

As far as what’s in store for Durant’s long-term future, that much is still up in the air.

Nets Planning To Keep Kevin Durant This Season

Losing All-Start talent is always tough, but the Nets don’t have to start from scratch. With Kevin Durant under contract for several more years, the Nets can just keep him on the roster and hope he’s good enough to lead them to a title on his own.

In aftermath of Kyrie Irving trade, the Brooklyn Nets and Kevin Durant are having ongoing conversations on the direction of the franchise, but organization has thus far told inquiring teams that they’re not planning to trade him before Thursday’s deadline, sources tell ESPN.

With two days to go before the NBA’s trade deadline, anything can happen between now and Thursday. And while Kyrie may have been the first domino to drop this season, he may not be the biggest.

If Durant decides to sever his ties with Brooklyn, it will be all-out mayhem in the NBA. Until then, the league will keep watching, and waiting, for him to announce where his loyalties lie.

Regardless, it will be some time before we see Durant on the court and fans shouldn’t expect him to rush his return with the Nets still holding the 5th best record in the East.

Source: fadeawayworld.net