Kevin Durant On Kobe Bryant: “He Was Like A God Like Figure.”

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Kobe Bean Bryant was an inspiration to countless fans around the globe. Apparently, that also includes Nets superstar Kevin Durant.

In a recent chat about the basketball legend, Durant emphasized just how much the guy meant to him:

“Being in the same locker room with him, like I competed against him like that same playoffs, and the way he won the championship too. So we had a different connection compared to a lot of other guys. You know, I was outplayed against him on that journey. His aura was just like a god-like figure, you know what I’m saying. Like you see someone in the flesh who scored 81 points in an NBA game. It is hard to even speak around him. But you know he was open, and he was always trying to teach and help the younger generation out.”

There’s no doubt some hyperbole in Durant’s speech, but it’s also very relatable.

No matter what anyone says about Kobe on the basketball court, his play style, energy, and way of life became a staple for the sports world and an example for people who wanted to chase their own dreams.

One can only imagine what it must have been like to be around Kobe in person but, even now, his impact and legacy continue to touch those he encountered. 

Yes, that includes Kevin Durant.

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Nico Martinez is a veteran staff writer for Fadeaway World from Brooklyn, New York. He joined Fadeaway World in 2016 and is currently residing in Columbia, South Carolina. Nico holds a degree in Sports Management from Columbia International University where he built a strong foundation in the inner workings of sports media and management. Nico's contributions have significantly enhanced the credibility and depth of Fadeaway World's content, earning him recognition across the sports journalism community. His work has been discussed in prestigious publications like Sports Illustrated. A dedicated follower of LeBron James, Nico often leads coverage on news related to the basketball star. With nearly a decade of experience in sports journalism, Nico consistently provides comprehensive and timely basketball news, engaging a wide audience of basketball enthusiasts.Nico's most desired player to interview, past or present, is Kevin Durant. He is particularly keen on asking Durant if he has any regrets about his career, especially concerning his departure from the Oklahoma City Thunder, and why he engages so much with fans on social media. 
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