Gordon Hayward's 2017 Trade Decision | Sports News

Gordon Hayward spills the tea on his 2017 free agency saga — the wild “Stayward” billboard, the gut-wrenching choice between Utah and Boston, and how Brad Stevens’ coaching magic sealed the deal. He recalls dreaming of joining Isaiah Thomas and Al Horford in a stacked East, while the West was dominated by Golden State and loaded with free agents. Now reflecting, Hayward admits the East felt like a golden opportunity — and it’s a masterclass in how player decisions are shaped by more than just basketball. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1ed952c4bd8ea359