NBA: Two-time champion Kevin Durant celebrates birthday
Kevin Durant is one of the greatest basketball players of all time. He is a two-time NBA champion, two-time NBA Finals MVP, and one-time NBA MVP. He is known for his incredible scoring ability, his versatility, and his competitive fire.
Durantwas born Kevin Wayne Durant Sr. on September 29, 1988, in Washington, D.C. He began playing basketball at a young age and quickly became one of the top players in his area.
Durant was selected by the Seattle SuperSonics with the second overall pick in the 2007 NBAdraft. He was named the NBA Rookie of the Year in 2008.
Durant has had a major impact on the game of basketball and has inspired a generation of players. He is a true NBA legend and his legacy will be remembered for years to come.
Kevin Durant turns 35: a short visit of his career
In 2008, the SuperSonics relocated to Oklahoma City and became the Thunder. Durant led the Thunder to the playoffs in each of his nine seasons with the team. He reached the NBA Finals in 2012, but the Thunder lost to the Miami Heat.
ATLANTA – NOVEMBER 16: Kevin Durant #35 of the Seattle SuperSonics awaits a free throw by the Atlanta Hawks during the first half at Philips Arena November 16, 2007 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
OKLAHOMA CITY – OCTOBER 29: Kevin Durant #35 of the Oklahoma City Thunder walks up court during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks at the Ford Center on October 29, 2008 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The Bucks won 98-87. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook were one of the most dynamic duos in NBA history during their time with the Thunder. The two were drafted in consecutive years, in 2008 and 2009, and formed a close friendship on and off the court.
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK – MAY 24: Kevin Durant #35 and Russell Westbrook #0 of the Oklahoma City Thunder speak to the media after their 118 to 94 win over the Golden State Warriors in game four of the Western Conference Finals during the 2016 NBA Playoffs at Chesapeake Energy Arena on May 24, 2016 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by J Pat Carter/Getty Images)
In 2016, Durant signed with the Golden State Warriors. He helped the Warriors win two NBA championships in his three seasons with the team. He was named the NBA Finals MVP in 2017 and 2018.
CLEVELAND, OH – DECEMBER 25: Kevin Durant #35 of the Golden State Warriors reacts during the first half against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Quicken Loans Arena on December 25, 2016 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)
In 2019, Durant signed with the Brooklyn Nets. He missed the entire 2019-20 season with a torn Achilles tendon. He returned to the court in 2020-21 and helped the Nets reach the Eastern Conference semifinals.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 27: Kevin Durant #7 of the Brooklyn Nets speaks to media during Brooklyn Nets Media Day at HSS Training Center on September 27, 2019 in the Brooklyn Borough of New York City (Photo by Mike Lawrie/Getty Images)
On February 9, 2023, the Brooklyn Nets traded Kevin Durant to the Phoenix Suns in a blockbuster deal. The Suns sent Mikal Bridges, Cam Johnson, Jae Crowder, four unprotected future first-round picks, and a 2028 pick swap to the Nets in exchange for Durant and T.J. Warren.
DENVER, COLORADO – MAY 09: Kevin Durant #35 of the Phoenix Suns brings the ball down the court against the Denver Nuggets in the third quarter during Game Five of the NBA Western Conference Semifinals at Ball Arena on May 09, 2023 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)
