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USA Today via Reuters

USA Today via Reuters

Known for his eccentric personality, Stephen A. Smith often expresses himself passionately on television. However, it is uncommon for him to speak extremely negatively about someone, especially a fellow sports media colleague. Most of the time, he entertains fans with his unique demeanor, delivering fact-driven and thought-provoking narratives. However, a recent situation pushed him over the edge, and he found it challenging to contain his anger.

It unfolded less than a week ago when Jason Whitlock delivered a scathing monologue targeting Smith, going so far as to allege that Smith didn’t write his book. In response, Smith prepared a fiery comeback that unleashed chaos in the clash between the two.

Kevin Durant adds a hilarious within Smith’s rage

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Embracing his cheerful engagement with fans on social media, Kevin Durant couldn’t resist adding a touch of humor to the situation. Responding to Smith’s heated remarks on @complexsports’ post, Durant left a hilarious comment, saying, “Welcome to the world wrestling federation.”

Durant’s comment not only supports Smith’s decision to stand up for himself but also injects a humorous element for those taken aback by Smith’s passionate statements.

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As the comment wasn’t directly posted on an account associated with Smith, it didn’t prompt a direct response from the analyst. Nevertheless, fans interpreted Kevin Durant’s comment exactly as he intended – with laughter and a lighthearted spirit. Within the initial three hours, the comment garnered thousands of likes and hundreds of replies from amused fans.

KD resorts to Smith’s way of addressing media narratives

Ever since Kevin Durant parted ways with the Oklahoma City Thunder, he has found himself under constant scrutiny from both the media and fans. Accusations of being a bad teammate and leader have been hurled his way. However, amidst these narratives, he has navigated his NBA career according to what he believes is best for him.

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Expressing his frustration recently, especially with critics intensifying during the struggles of the Phoenix Suns, Durant vehemently addressed the media narratives surrounding him and his legacy. He emphasized that the media focuses on anything except the fact that he is a dedicated ballplayer.

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Despite joining a team that already had a primary scorer and offensive orchestrator, Durant has firmly grasped the reins for the Suns. Leading them with season averages of 29.6 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 5.9 assists, he is demonstrating remarkable efficiency with 52.5% from the field and 1.1 blocks per game.

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