Kevin Durant included Anthony Davis on his all-time 12-man roster, and he is taking quite a bit of flak for the selection.

Then again, this is Kevin Durant. The Nets star is never afraid to have a discussion on social media or clap back at the haters.

The Brooklyn Nets star was quick to respond to those criticizing his selection of Davis. He cited AD's incredible skill set for someone with his size and reach, especially his handle and ability to shoot from anywhere on the floor. Durant said Davis would be a “cheat” for any team ever created.

One user tried to point to Davis' career 31 percent clip from beyond the arc as a way of diminishing his three-point shooting. Durant was not buying that argument.

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Current ESPN analyst Kirk Goldsberry issued a stat of his own, pointing out Tim Duncan–absent from Durant's roster despite widely being regarded as the best forward ever–won 50 or more games in every season he played.

But Kevin Durant was not taking that bait, either, hinting at San Antonio's tremendous history of organizational excellence.

One will note there is an undeniable modern slant to Durant's roster. Michael Jordan, Hakeem Olajuwon and Magic Johnson are the only guys on his squad that spent their primes in the 1990s or earlier.

Aside from “The Brow,” Durant also included Tracy McGrady on his roster. As good as T-Mac was when healthy, it is unlikely he would be found on a ton of “all-time” rosters.

Ultimately, these lists are subjective. But Durant made it clear he would not stand for AD slander.