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Golden State Warriors superstar small forward Kevin Durant is one of the best basketball players in the world, and now the two-time Finals MVP can add yet another accolade to his résumé.
Kevin Durant has been named one of TIME's 100 most influential people in the world for all the wonderful off the court work that he does.
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From committing $10 million to the College Track program to help disadvantaged kids receive higher education to building and renovating basketball courts around the world so at-risk youth have a safe place to learn and play, KD is giving those growing up in tough situations, like he did, a path to success. His generosity knows no bounds.
As an entrepreneur, KD brings the same relentless work ethic and pursuit of excellence that he has on the court, focusing on companies and products that are making lives better. Above all, he has ridden the ups and downs of following his heart, making a hard choice and taking control of his own career—and has emerged wiser, happier, with his head held high. He’s a role model for us all.
Durant is indeed a great role model for kids. Back when he was with the Oklahoma City Thunder, Durant pledged $1 million for tornado relief in Oklahoma City. The nine-time All-Star has always used his platform in a positive way and it's good to see him get some recognition for it.
Interestingly, Durant is the only NBA player on the list that includes some of the biggest names in the world. He joins the likes of Roger Federer, Virat Kohli, J.J. Watt and Chloe Kim as the other athletes who made the prestigious list.
