According to a report by the famous NBA reporter Shams, Caris LeVert, who was traded to the Pacers in the James Harden transaction, had a problem with the physical examination. In order to facilitate the deal, the Brooklyn Nets gave the Pacers a second-round pick and part. cash. It is understood that this is a 2024 second-round pick belonging to the Cleveland Cavaliers, originally intended to be sent to the Nets, but now the Nets have transferred it to the Pacers.
In Harden’s deal, the Nets gave out multiple unprotected first-round picks and multiple first-round swap rights. Now, they have another second round. It can be said that in order to get Harden, the Nets really do everything they can to bet on the future.
According to sources, the players involved in this four-way transaction, including Harden, Dante Exum, Jarrett Allen, Rodions Kurucs and Taurean Prince, have all passed the medical examination. Only LeVert did not pass, and this small episode may even destroy this big deal. Obviously the Nets do not want this to happen.
The news pointed out that LeVert found a small lump in the left kidney at the physical examination center, and he will be absent indefinitely as a result. It is understood that LeVert will undergo further inspections, but the Pacers medical team believes that the problem is not very serious, and related transactions will not be stopped because of this.
LeVert himself issued a statement: “On behalf of my family, I would like to thank the Pacers for their support and guidance. We would like to thank them for their careful and detailed medical examination. At the same time, I am also very looking forward to joining the team as soon as possible. Become a member of the team.”
LeVert has suffered more serious injuries and was absent for a long time. So far this season, LeVert has performed well, averaging 18.5 points, 4.3 rebounds and 6 assists for the Nets. During the absence of KD and Irving, he even carried the team offense.
It is precisely because of LeVert’s ability to show on the field that he attracted the attention of Paoma and became a key bargaining chip in this big deal. The Pacers recognized LeVert’s strength very much. They said in a statement: “LeVert is very suitable for our team both on and off the court. He is a young talent with all-round skills and very suitable for our team. The direction of the team’s development.”
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