Kevin Durant reveals his opinion on joining the GOAT conversation: “I…”

Does Kevin Durant could enter the discussion to be the best player of all time in the NBA, the famous “GOAT”? For the star of Phoenix Suns, the answer is positive. During an interview with the “Arizona Republic” journalist, Duane Rankinthe player guaranteed not to be in the conversation due to the controversies he experienced during his 17 years within the North American league.

Even though he has been considered one of the best in the world since he began his career, Durant never rose to the level of names like LeBron James, Kobe Bryant It is Michael Jordan. Then, the player stated that he did not understand the “problem” with being mentioned in conversations, trying to unravel the reason for the analysts’ doubts.

“Honestly, I don’t know why I couldn’t be in a discussion like that. In fact, I think I know. It’s because I went to play for the Golden State Warriors in 2016, I bet. But I always ask myself, what haven’t I done in my career? I think I accomplished everything I needed to. So why shouldn’t I be in the discussion? It’s the question you should ask yourself when thinking about the NBA’s GOAT.”commented Durant.

The number 35 has always been seen as a revolutionary within the sport, a taller than normal winger, who has great fluidity in his movements and an offensive game with a refined technique. But, your trip to Golden State Warriors affected his popularity. Your departure from Oklahoma City Thunder for the great executioner of the franchise Oklahoma it was seen as a betrayal, even though the player won two titles, some fans still remember the situation.