Kevin Durant’s comments on being one of the best players ever to play the game of basketball during his introductory press conference for the Phoenix Suns sparked a debate on social media.
Durant was traded to the Suns and was one of the blockbuster storylines ahead of the deadline this season. Ahead of his anticipated February 24 debut with his new team, the veteran sounded supremely confident in his statement.
As far as the debate goes, there were mixed opinions on whether he did make the cut as the Top 15, which comprises some familiar names, former and present. Over the years, Durant has made a case for himself as one of the bona fide stars to take the hardwood and has ample achievements to his name.
He’s top 4 https://t.co/gc0K4FB8x4
— LKA (@LkaScarz) February 17, 2023
Very sure he cracked Top 10 awhile ago. Not many as good as him from a pure basketball standpoint, ever…a few more resumè pieces and he’s on the VERY short list of greatest to ever play. https://t.co/Jp8unXwlGG
— The Aswang TJP🩸 (@MegaTJP) February 17, 2023
He’s easily top 15 probably top 10 https://t.co/pmDRLMBaDt
— Stefan 🐯 (@TkachukFanAcc) February 17, 2023
Even if he was top 20 all time thats still one of the greatest to play the game https://t.co/hj1bC09I2R pic.twitter.com/g2iFCKjrol
— KDG 🧀🦌 (@Official414) February 17, 2023
could put him anywhere between 12-20 and i wouldn't argue https://t.co/VU9J2Z6HTA
— Mvtt (@just_mvtt) February 17, 2023
He’s borderline top 5 be serious https://t.co/3qSMLJJCBc
— KJ (@It_be_kendall) February 17, 2023
https://twitter.com/KissLand_____/status/1626387316129386497
he top 15 somewhere between 11 and 15 in my opinion but i’m biased bc the warriors situation https://t.co/b8BWBzG4Tz
— NARDSKINO (@nardpotter) February 17, 2023
https://twitter.com/BLONDEDXOXO/status/1626367989644935169
Name 15 players better than Kevin Durant right now. https://t.co/FOKmK99HGd
— 🧊™️ (@FAMILYMANCUE) February 17, 2023
To start with, the forward is a two-time NBA champion, a two-time MVP, and a 13-time NBA All-Star, drawing up comparisons with the likes of his former Golden State Warriors teammate, Stephen Curry.
It should be worth noting that Curry is one of the players regarded as one of the greatest shooters to play, and Durant does stack up against him as a more efficient player, though the trophies see the sharpshooter better placed.
Compare Durant to a yesteryear star, say a Magic Bird; for instance, the two are relatively close in terms of numbers. However, there are certain aspects where the Boston Celtics legend pips Durant.
All things considered, there’s no doubt that Durant will go down as one of the more prolific players in the NBA. He does make the Top 15 in Fadeaway World’s GOAT pyramid.
Kevin Durant Says The Phoenix Suns Have What It Takes To Win The NBA Championship This Season
Kevin Durant’s arrival at Phoenix makes the side, not just a superteam comprising Devin Booker, Chris Paul, and Deandre Ayton but also a title contender who has some games to gel and assert its dominance.
And Durant believes that the Suns have the necessary firepower to go the distance and put him in sight of his third championship.
“We’ve got all the pieces to be successful.”
The Suns are 32-28 in the West at the time of writing and come off a loss to the LA Clippers, but they will have Durant suiting up soon, and his presence will bolster their offense.
The press conference has seen Durant make some bold claims, and only time will tell if he and the Suns can back them up. For now, it’s optimism all around.
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