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Kevin Durant is truly a one-of-a-kind player, so it makes sense that he also has a unique approach to his NBA career. This offseason will be a pivotal moment in his tenure with the league, as KD is set to be the number one free agent on the market and where he goes, much like […]

Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant recently sat down with Kerith Burke of NBC Sports for a wide-ranging interview. Amid their discussion, the former No. 2 overall pick was asked about his legacy and the potential of building it somewhere else. Burke: I’m going to ask you this question, and I know people will interpret […]

Out of all the star players in the NBA, Kevin Durant is always one of the toughest to try and predict. With his free agency fast approached, there are multiple possibilities up in the air on where he could end up playing by the start of the 2019-20 season. The Golden State Warriors are favorites […]

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr says he is resting superstar small forward Kevin Durant against the Orlando Magic on Thursday because the two-time Finals MVP is tired. Durant hasn’t missed a game all season. The Warriors are on the second night of a back-to-back, so Kerr sees this as a great opportunity to […]

The Golden State Warriors will be playing the second of their back-to-back Florida games on Thursday when they visit the Orlando Magic. The Dubs, who are coming off a 126-125 loss against the Miami Heat, will be looking to bounce back. However, Kevin Durant and Andre Iguodala won’t be suiting up for Golden State: Injury […]

Despite the heartbreaking loss to Dwyane Wade and the Miami Heat, Kevin Durant of the Golden State Warriors took time to reflect on his final duel with one of the greatest players of all time. In a postgame interview, a reporter reminded Durant that it was his final game with the Heat and Wade — […]

The Golden State Warriors lost to the Miami Heat on a last second shot by Dwyane Wade, but the home team should not have even been in the game. Following the match, Warriors forward Kevin Durant talked about not setting the tone early and how that affected the rest of the game. Per Anthony Slater […]

It’s not too often that Kevin Durant gets dunked on during a game. Bam Adebayo, however, made it look easy on Wednesday night. BAM WITH THE SLAM OVER KD 💥 pic.twitter.com/8O3sP8gTrt — SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) February 28, 2019 Nearing the end of the second quarter in a mid-week matchup between the Golden State Warriors and the […]

During All-Star Weekend, Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving shared several light moments with each other both on the court and off, prompting many to theorize that the two plan to team up in the offseason: https://twitter.com/BruhReport/status/1097403413115985921 It seems weird for any NBA great to leave behind the chance to four-peat, which the Golden State Warriors […]

On Saturday, the Golden State Warriors suffered an unexpected defeat at the hands of the Houston Rockets who were without the services of superstar James Harden. Following his team’s 118-112 loss, Dubs reigning back-to-back Finals MVP Kevin Durant was understandably disappointed and could not help but take a bit of a jab at his team. […]

Golden State Warriors versatile forward Draymond Green went down on Saturday against the Houston Rockets in what appeared to be a left ankle sprain. Following the contest, Dubs superstar Kevin Durant addressed the injury to his teammate and explained that in his mind, the most important thing is to get Green back for the playoffs. […]

Comedians Desus Nice and The Kid Mero both made their hard pitches for Golden State Warriors superstar Kevin Durant to join the New York Knicks. The TV personalities appeared on First We Feast for the Spicy Wings challenge, and took the opportunity to recruit the two-time Finals MVP to The Big Apple. Mero promised to brush KD’s […]

The Golden State Warriors are optimistic they can keep Kevin Durant this summer. A third straight title and a new team arena are their main selling points to convince the two-time Finals MVP to stay. However, there are speculations that Durant is planning to leave the Warriors to join either the New York Knicks or […]

Just like the rest of us on Thursday night, Golden State Warriors superstar small forward Kevin Durant was wondering why Sacramento Kings head coach Dave Joerger was upset at Buddy Hield. After Hield made a long 3-pointer in the fourth quarter to bring the Kings within three points of Golden State with 19 seconds remaining, Joerger and […]

In his latest podcast, ESPN insider Zach Lowe speculates Kristaps Porzingis wasn’t thrilled about the idea of playing with Kevin Durant on the New York Knicks. Durant can become an unrestricted free agent this summer if he declines his 2019-20 player option with the Golden State Warriors and the two-time Finals MVP has been linked […]

Kevin Durant was utterly humble after swatting a career-high seven shots agains the Sacramento Kings during a 125-123 win on Thursday night. Five of those seven blocks came against rookie big man Marvin Bagley III, who was given a quick lesson on finishing in the paint as the offensive machine racked up one rejection after […]

Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant wasn’t pleased with skating by the Sacramento Kings in a 125-123 win at Oracle Arena, one that came down to the winding seconds of regulation and a mental lapse from Buddy Hield, which eventually closed out the affair. The Warriors swept the season series 4-0, but have only managed […]

Highlights (often of the posterization variety) are like death and taxes with Kevin Durant: It almost seems like a foregone conclusion whenever the Golden State Warriors are playing. Also inevitable: That you will get dunked on when you go for a block once the “Durantula” slashes to the cup and zeroes in towards you. Rookie […]

Remember when Kevin Durant was garnering early consideration for 2018 Defensive Player of the Year? That discussion was always misplaced. The Golden State Warriors superstar is indeed an impactful defender, with the requisite combination of length, quickness, and strength to consistently hold up one-on-one against all but the most dynamic ball handlers and most hulking […]

Boston Celtics guard Kyrie Irving says the media and fans are blowing the video of him talking to Golden State Warriors superstar Kevin Durant at All-Star weekend way out of proportion, and he’s not happy about it. Before the 2019 All-Star game started in Charlotte, Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant were captured on video while […]

Former NBA player and current ESPN personality Jalen Rose believes there’s “no chance” Kyrie Irving, Kevin Durant or Kawhi Leonard sign with the Los Angeles Lakers this summer in free agency to team up with LeBron James. Irving, Leonard and Durant can all become unrestricted free agents after this season ends if they decline their […]

The New York Knicks are deemed to be the perfect landing spot for Golden State Warriors star Kevin Durant when he declines his player option this summer; however, they might need to sign another player to lure KD to the Big Apple: Quinn Cook According to Marc Berman of the New York Post, Quinn Cook […]

For years, fans have argued over which NBA player is truly the greatest of all time. Usually, it boils down to two players — former Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan and current Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James. You can add Kevin Durant’s name to the mix, if you ask Colin Cowherd. The veteran FOX […]

Golden State Warriors superstar small forward Kevin Durant is reportedly more likely to leave the Dubs if they win their third straight title this season as opposed to if they are surprisingly beaten in the Finals or in the Western Conference playoffs, according to Robert Littal of BSO. Kevin Durant can become an unrestricted free agent […]

Denver Nuggets All-Star big man Nikola Jokic is establishing himself as one of the best players of all-time, as he’s accomplished a feat that only LeBron James, Kobe Bryant, Tracy McGrady and Kevin Durant can say they have done. Nikola Jokic is one of only five players in NBA history to tally at least 1,000 […]

A lot of buzz has been generated by the possibility of Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving teaming up this summer. With the ability to sign two players to max contracts in the offseason, the New York Knicks seem the likely destination for the potential duo. As they should be, Knicks fans remain excited about their […]

Oklahoma City Thunder point guard Russell Westbrook looked back into the past for a brief minute during a talk with comedian Kevin Hart during his YouTube show Cold As Balls. The thought of former teammates Kevin Durant and James Harden sprung along in conversation, leading only to Westbrook to delve into the ‘what if they would have […]

The incertitude of Kevin Durant’s plans come this summer will play a massive role in the Golden State Warriors’ future after this season, as it could force them to take a few steps back if he leaves or continue the reign of terror they’ve planted in the NBA if he chooses to stay. One thing […]

The modern NBA has geared itself toward a higher volume of three-point shot attempts and makes. The Houston Rockets are attempting the most threes per game at an insane 44.8 attempts. In contrast, the Los Angeles Clippers are attempting the least number of treys per game at 24.8 per game. The Rockets make the most […]

The NBA’s best gathered together in Charlotte for the 68th annual All-Star Game to entertain fans from across the globe. Team LeBron finished with 178 points to outlast Team Giannis, who finished with “only” 164 points during the NBA’s midseason event. As good a show as we witnessed on Sunday night, not everyone played well. […]

Former NBA player Sam Perkins believes the Los Angeles Lakers will eventually get Anthony Davis, but he doesn’t think Kevin Durant is coming to Los Angeles to play with LeBron James. Anthony Davis, as we all know, has requested a trade from the New Orleans Pelicans and reportedly prefers to play for the Lakers. The […]

Former NBA small forward Matt Barnes believes Golden State Warriors superstar Kevin Durant is “probably the most hated player” in the NBA right now. Matt Barnes, who played with Durant on the Warriors during the 2016-17 season, says people still haven’t forgiven KD for leaving the Oklahoma City Thunder and joining the Dubs in the […]

Former NBA forward Matt Barnes thinks it’s safe to say that Golden State Warriors superstar Kevin Durant is the best player in the NBA right now. Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is universally recognized as the best basketball player in the world. Barnes won’t go as far as to say Durant is better then […]

Kevin Garnett gave a few words of advice for Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant, who was recently named the 2019 All-Star MVP, but will return to the Bay Area to face questions of his impending free agency among the mingling that takes place over the break. Garnett understands his position as a former star […]

Kevin Durant’s 31 points were enough to secure him All-Star MVP honors, adding to the recent regalia of accolades he has obtained since joining the Golden State Warriors. His 2013-14 MVP, two championships, two Finals MVPs, and this, his second All-Star MVP award, put him alongside royal company — joining Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, LeBron […]

Kevin Durant earned his second All-Star MVP award on Sunday after his 31 points led Team LeBron to a 178-164 win to close out the festivities. The Golden State Warriors forward was the first overall pick in the All-Star Draft and made his mark known, calling this a “special” moment for him: 🚨 #NBAAllStar MVP […]

For Golden State Warriors star Kevin Durant, Stephen Curry’s four-point play is Klay Thompson’s karma. During the fourth quarter of the NBA All-Star Game in Charlotte, Stephen Curry pulled off a four-point play against Klay Thompson. After receiving a cross-court pass from Russell Westbrook, Curry made a quick release from beyond the arc and baited […]

Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant says there’s “nice synergy” between Oklahoma City Thunder stars Paul George and Russell Westbrook. Behind the stellar play of George and Westbrook, the Thunder are 37-20 on the season, good for third place in the Western Conference standings. PG is an MVP candidate, while Westbrook is averaging a triple-double […]

Just like Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James, Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant fully supports Colin Kaepernick. In 2016, Kaepernick started kneeling during the national anthem to protest against racial injustice and police brutality. The 2016-17 NFL season was the last time Kaepernick played in an NFL game, for the San Francisco 49ers. The quarterback recently agreed […]