Former Wizards Guard Claims 2x Finals MVP Kevin Durant is Still Learning How to Win Championships: “Like LeBron Came to Miami to Learn to Be a Champion”

Kevin Durant is one of the best offensive players in the NBA. The 2008 Rookie of the Year has won 4 scoring titles, 1 MVP and 2 NBA championships. His first final appearance came against the Miami Heat’s heatles in 2012. But ever since his multiple championship stints in Golden State, his runs have been filled with shortcomings. His partnership with James Harden and Kyrie Irving in Brooklyn gave a pedestal to several synergy-related controversies. Whereas, in his short time in collaborating with a contending Phoenix team, he failed to elevate them past the conference semi-finals.

Despite 2 championships, Kevin Durant is subjected to lack enough chips when compared to players on his level – LeBron James and Stephen Curry. 5 different teams have lifted the title ever since Durant’s last finals trip, putting his off-court decisions in muddy waters.

Kevin Durant needs to learn to be a champion

Recently, in a podcast on Gil’s Arena, UNC legend Rashad McCants, NBA star Brandon Jennings and Agent Zero sat down to talk ball. They talked from WNBA to world of NBA and international basketball. During the conversation, a heated debate turned up around Kevin Durant and his ability to make a winning change in a team.

Gilbert and Jennings were arguing about KD’s impact on his teammates. McCants asked, “Did he make Devin Booker better?” To which Gil replied, “No, when he went to Golden State, he didn’t make Steph better.”

In the passionate debate, Brandon strongly asserted, “They [Warriors] made him better.” Arenas argued by claiming the GSW already added a great player to a great team. To which Bradon continued building on his point by saying, “We’re [GSW] teaching you [Kevind Durant] how to be a champion just like LeBron came to Miami to learn to be a champion.”

Each of the two was determined to make their points known. While it became a passionate and loud conversation, it stems from Durant’s last season.

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The Suns’ bold move to acquire Kevin Durant from the Nets seemed promising. It combined him with Booker, CP3, and Ayton. However, it cost them depth, eventually leading to their downfall in the playoffs against the eventual champion Denver Nuggets. The NBA world was shocked, as talent alone couldn’t secure victory. Balance proved crucial, which is something Arenas knows much better.

Kevin Durant and Suns in 2023 season

The Suns’ disappointing season led to the firing of head coach Monty Williams and a major overhaul of the roster. Among the significant changes was the trade of Chris Paul to the Washington Wizards and the addition of shooting guard Bradley Beal.

Although the blockbuster deal didn’t resolve their depth concerns, it signaled a potential shift in their approach. This time, the Suns aim to build around KD, Book, and Beal by adding complementary players, recognizing that mere talent isn’t enough to compete for the title. Their focus is on genuinely challenging for championship contention.

Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium reported that the Suns were involved in a trade with the San Antonio Spurs involving point guard Cameron Payne, a second-round pick, and cash considerations. Furthermore, ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski broke the news that Phoenix Suns reached a one-year agreement with 7’2″ forward Bol Bol. With Chris Paul and Payne departing, the Suns need an experienced point guard. But if the occasion calls, Beal can handle that task as he has been doing for the Wizards.

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Last season Kevin arrived in Phoenix near the trade deadline, which left him little to no time to synergise with the squad. In the coming season, not only does he have time to build his game with his teammates, but he also has a front office keen on building around him. Can Durant elevate Phoenix to their first-ever NBA championship?