The story doesn’t appear to be nearing its conclusion any more than it did when clubs began signing free agents. Shaquille O’Neal, a former player for the Los Angeles Lakers, advised Durant, 33, to demonstrate his leadership qualities, remain put, and succeed in Brooklyn while everyone waits for news on his future. According to O’Neal, “if you build a house, you should live in it since you hired the architect. As the leader, you should make it happen.”