Kevin Durant is one of the most polarizing figures in the modern NBA. Although Durant’s extraordinary basketball skills are undisputed, his tendency to change teams after leaving the Bay Area and his failure to win a championship have been scorned by fans from all walks of life. The Brooklyn Nets are one such fan base. KD played for the Nets from 2020 to 2023, but was never able to win a championship despite having players like Kyrie Irving and James Harden.
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Recently, Durant returned to the Nets Barclays Center while playing for the Suns. Before the game, KD said he didn’t expect the Nets to release a tribute video, but the Nets gave him one anyway. This sparked an upset from one fan, who took to social media to express his displeasure.
He wrote, “Shouldn’t get one…what has he done for the team?!” Durant has done nothing since he jumped on the Warriors bandwagon and won…Mikhail Jordan is just reading this I vomited a little while writing this article. ” Durant replied: “Boy, I didn’t read this hat** post. “
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Mj didn’t read this hat ass post my kid
— Kevin Durant (@KDTrey5) February 1, 2024
Although Durant failed to win a championship with the Nets, the hatred he received was unprecedented for a player of his caliber. At this point in his career, Durant’s reputation is ahead of him, and many fans simply overlook the number of awards and trophies Durant actually won during his illustrious career.
However, the hate won’t stop coming at him until he proves his skeptics wrong by winning a championship with a team other than the Warriors. This season may be the Phoenix Suns’ best chance at a championship, with talented players like Devin Booker and Bradley Beal. However, does the team really have a chance to win the championship?
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Can the Suns finally win the NBA championship?
The Phoenix Suns have never won an NBA championship in their 56-year history. They hold the dubious record of being the oldest team in the NBA to never win a championship. However, new owner Mat Ishiba has invested millions of dollars into the team so that the Suns can win their first NBA championship.
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The Suns have constructed one of the most expensive rosters in the league. Players like KD, Booker, and Beal are among the highest-paid players in the NBA. However, the Suns’ management insists on acquiring superstars, which means the Suns lack quality backup options, which may be detrimental to their championship aspirations. While it’s possible for the Suns to make a deep playoff run, the chances of winning a championship are slim to none. Can the Suns win the 2024 NBA Championship? Let us know in the comments below!
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