Tag: Kevin Durant

Kendrick Perkins says if Lakers beat Rockets in playoffs, the GOAT debate is settled

Brandon King

For the past decade, the propaganda arm of Klutch Sports, aka, the LeMedia has been on a jihad to shoehorn LeBron James into the GOAT debate.  This coordinated, pernicious misinformation campaign that sees facts and operating with scruples as minor inconveniences , as they regularly employ lies and assaulting the legacies of past players and eras on which they have constructed their castle of lies.  Longtime LeMedia acolyte Kendrick Perkins once again towing the company line, said on a recent episode of First Take that should LeBron James and the…

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PE Corner: Kevin Durant wears KD 19 inspired by “White/Sport Royal” Air Jordan XVIII

Brandon King

Although he has taken both subtle and not-so-subtle jabs at Michael Jordan over the years, that hasn’t stopped Kevin Durant from channeling MJ’s legacy on-foot. This Player Exclusive iteration of the Nike KD 19 draws direct inspiration from the Air Jordan XVIII—the final sneaker Jordan wore in an NBA game. The design mirrors the XVIII’s minimalist aesthetic with a clean white upper that’s notably free of heavy overlays. Chrome detailing elevates the look, with a metallic number atop the tongue, a chrome top eyelet, and “DURANT” stamped on the heel…

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PE Corner: the “Texas Longhorns” Nike KD 18

Staff

The KD 18 is the latest model in the signature line of Kevin Durant to the get the Longhorn treatment as, Durant and Nike continue to pay homage to the institution at which KD spent his brief collegiate career. This latest iteration of Longhorn exclusive footwear sports a burnt orange mesh upper overlaid with white and reflective overlays. A Longhorn logo is seen on the medial ankle , opposite a Swoosh on that off the lateral. KD logos are perched atop the tongue Underneath resides a burnt orange midsole with…

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Kevin Durant Traded to Rockets in Blockbuster Deal With Suns

Brandon King

The Kevin Durant trade saga has finally come to an end. KD was traded to the Houston Rockets for Jalen Green, Dillion Brooks, the 10th overall pick in the 2025 NBA draft and a whopping 5 second round draft picks, per Shams Charania.  Durant, although 36 years old, enjoyed another statistically Impressive season, posting per game averages of 26.6 points, 6.0 rebounds 4.2 assists, and 1.2 blocks on .527/.430/.839 splits. However, despite Durant’s continued excellence, the Suns were a disappointing 36-46 this season and finished 11th in the Western Conference. …

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Kevin Durant had time today

Brandon King

Due to his propensity to go back and forth on social media ( be it on his personal account or the occasional burner ) with those who he feel have disparaged him, basketball superstar Kevin Durant has been labeled “sensitive.” With his Phoenix Suns having long since been hurtled into the off-season far sooner than intended, Durant had time to engage in a social back and forth.  It began when an X user by the name of mr.outtheway addressed KD in a tweet that said “oh man @KDTrey5 fuck you…

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PE Corner: Kevin Durant wears “El Valle” KD 18 PE 

Brandon King

Monday night in their game against the Milwaukee Bucks, Kevin Durant laced up the “El Valle” PE iteration of the KD 18.  Deriving its aesthetic from the team’s “El Valley” jerseys, they sport a gradient orange upper reminiscent of a sunset sky overlaid with black at the toe. Purple shows up at the midfoot support overlay, with turquoise present at all the borders. Perched atop the respective tongues are a KD logo and “el Durant.” Black wraps the heel and is also home to multi-colored Swooshes on the medial and…

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Kevin Durant wears an Air Bakin-inspired KD18

Brandon King

Saturday night against the New Orleans Pelicans, Kevin Durant wore an iteration of his KD 18 inspired by the classic and controversial Air Bakin.  They sport a black mesh foundational layer, overlaid with red similar to that of the Bakin. The Swooshes that adorn the ankles feature a yellow-bordered black branding on the lateral side, while the medial side is home to a black trimmed red version of the iconic logo.  A vibrant yellow KD logo is perched atop the black tongue, with the same hue standing in on the…

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Kevin Durant’s 2K ratings over the years

Brandon King

Kevin Durant has been part of the NBA 2K universe since 2008, debuting as a wiry rookie out of Texas who was rated as an 80. Durant was also rated in the 80s in both 2K9 and 10, scoring an 83 and 82 respectively before climbing into the 90’s for the first time as a 91 in 2K11. Since then KD has never been rated lower than a 91 with ratings of 92 in 2K12, 94 in 2K13, and 2K14, which was his MVP season. Over the subsequent ten seasons…

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Kevin Durant takes blame for Raptors loss

Brandon King

Sunday the Toronto Raptors defeated the Phoenix Suns 127-109, handing the Suns their eighth loss in their last ten games. Kevin Durant was unusually quiet, scoring just 15 points and grabbing 4 rebounds, however, the defense of Scottie Barnes had a lot to do with Durant’s tough night at the office, as he harassed the normally efficient Durant into just 5-15 from the floor. Durant put the loss squarely on his shoulders after the game, saying, “Tonight, if I had made more shots, we probably would have won. I got to force it and probably run…

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Nationally known sports talk host said Kevin Durant “tanked” his career

Brandon King

There was a time when Kevin Durant was considered a threat to LeBron’s throne as the best player in basketball. However, Durant has taken somewhat of a tumble down the mountain, which ironically coincides with his ascension to become an NBA champion. Speaking with Danny Parkins on The Colin Cowherd Podcast, Colin Cowherd discussed how Durant’s decision to leave the Oklahoma City Thunder in the summer of 2016 has had a deleterious effect on KD’s career trajectory and perception as a player. Read the full article here

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