Volume 4: Golden State Prosperity

Golden State's Golden Age: Teammates with Curry's Teammates. Bennett, Presti, and Donovan, who had been anxiously waiting for Durant's call at the Hampton Inn, left with their tails between their legs like clowns. "I was born in Washington, D.C., but Oklahoma City raised me. This place taught me so much about family, and that means a great deal to a man. I can't find the right words to express what this club and this community mean to me. They will always remain in my life and in my heart. The memories and friendships this place gave me went far beyond basketball. It was those priceless bonds that made this decision so difficult." Durant responded to the fan. However, unlike his original decision to join the Warriors, Durant joined the Celtics this time and had not defected to the enemy. At the press conference, Celtics owners Vic Grousbeck and Steve Pagliuca, general manager Danny Ainge, and head coach Kerr were all present to give Durant a grand welcome. With that thought, Durant immediately made up his mind—the Celtics it was! After the two started together in the backcourt, Brogdon handled the scoring while Caruso led the defense, and the results were excellent. Compared to the hostility that had originally erupted between Durant, his teammates, and the fans, this was a peaceful parting. When the time came, everyone except Durant could be used as trade bait. "All of this is for a championship." This thrilled Durant. Wasn't the reason he had wanted to join the Warriors because he coveted their powerful roster? Yet Brogdon and Caruso, two second-round picks, had both performed superbly. Two second-rounders had delivered performances no worse than lottery picks, and Zhang Yu's eye for talent once again drew amazement. Brogdon displayed the maturity and composure expected of an