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Pistons Legend Isiah Thomas Heaps Praise On Kevin Durant For His Leadership Of The Nets

Kevin Durant has been dominating on the court this season and Isiah Thomas recognized his leadership for turning the team around.

Ishaan Bhattacharya
Dec 29, 2022
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Kevin Durant is still one of the top 5 players in basketball. Despite a career-threatening Achilles injury and being a 35-year-old, KD has proven that he might also be able to age gracefully like we have seen LeBron do. KD’s play is getting better each year, and 2022 has been proof of his improvement.

After requesting a trade and failing to be moved, KD decided to focus on the Nets and be their leader. With Kyrie Irving returning from suspension and the Nets going on an incredible win streak in December, Pistons’ legend Isiah Thomas decided to commend Kevin Durant for his leadership and defensive improvement. 

Hall Of Famer Isiah Thomas on @KDTrey5:

“He’s become a much better teammate in terms of his leadership during this tough period of time…
He had to solidify them a def unit & he had become the leader of the defensive unit.”#Netsworld #NBATwitter pic.twitter.com/aTpe13DSwZ

— Landon Buford (@LandonBuford) December 29, 2022

“When you combine great offense with good defense and it’s all been led by Kevin Durant. Not only does he block shots around the basket, he’s rebounding the basketball and he’s playing with such energy. Not only is he playing with great energy, he’s become a much better teammate in terms of his leadership over this period of time. When you look at the chaos they went through and how he had to pull everyone together and then he had to become the leader of the defensive unit as well as be the offensive powerhouse he is. It’s remarkable.” 

KD is averaging 29.9 points, 6.9 rebounds, 5.4 assists, and 1.5 blocks this season. 


Has Kevin Durant Proven The Nets Are Championship Contenders?

The Nets didn’t look like title contenders at the start of the season. The team was barely above .500, fired their coach, and saw their second star embroiled in an anti-Semitic controversy. However, the team toughed that part out and is now among the best teams in the league.

The Nets could realistically become champions this season, as nobody doubted the quality of the roster. Given how unpredictable this team is, we have to be cautious about their success. However, if they can keep this level up, they might be right in the mix against teams like the Boston Celtics and Milwaukee Bucks.

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Ishaan Bhattacharya is a content manager for Fadeaway World from New Delhi, India. With his expertise in NBA content creation, Ishaan brings a wealth of experience to his role, contributing to the site's authority and reach within the basketball community. Over the last year, Ishaan has interviewed Ray Allen and Mark Tatum, while also covering the 2023 NBA Abu Dhabi Games which saw the Dallas Mavericks take on the Minnesota Timberwolves.Since joining Fadeaway World in March 2022, Ishaan Bhattacharya has become known for his unique perspective on the NBA. He consistently delivers this insight through his daily news coverage and detailed opinion pieces on the most significant topics in the league.Before his tenure at Fadeaway World, Ishaan worked in corporate communications, where he serviced prominent sports brands, including NBA India, Sports18, Amazon Prime Sports, and Royal Challengers Bangalore. This experience in strategic communications for leading sports entities has enhanced his ability to craft impactful narratives and connect with a global audience.A true MFFLer (Mavs Fan for Life, for the uninitiated), Ishaan is a massive fan of the Dallas Mavericks. When he is not upset about Jalen Brunson walking in free agency, you can see Ishaan as an avid gamer and content creator. His passion for basketball extends beyond the Mavericks, as evidenced by his thoughtfully curated NBA Mount Rushmore, featuring LeBron James, Michael Jordan, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Bill Russell—each representing distinct eras and bringing their unique qualities to the game.Featured On: ESPN, Sports Illustrated, Bleacher Report, Yahoo Sports, NBA, Fox Sports, The Spun
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