Kevin Durant has played with some of the best talent in the modern NBA. The two-time champion is already a legend and a superstar. And like most other NBA superstars, the Slim Reaper believes in giving back to the community. Durant is currently at the forefront of an organization that is doing something rare. Not only is it opening doors for newcomers it is also enabling players to do what they love most – hoop.
The Kevin Durant Foundation has been working to promote the game and enable its players not just in the United States but all around the world. Foreign fans and players are particularly excited as new locations open up in Europe.
No. 35 sets up basketball facilities across the Atlantic Ocean
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The basketball community has been growing in all directions. Fans of the NBA can be found all over the world, and making basketball courts more accessible to them can increase the chances of finding top international prospects. But also, it can help fans practice their game and find some peace on the court. This is part of the reason why Durant’s foundation is opening two new courts in Stockholm, Sweden.
The new courts don’t just enable young players to practice, they’re also a means to motivate prospects. The artwork around the courts comprises positive statements that inspire the youth to strive for their dreams. These colorful, striking basketball courts are sure to bring players and fans in swarms, and hopefully, create a positive atmosphere that enables up-and-coming players to get a stage.
Kevin Durant’s foundation has spent the last 7 years restoring 30+ basketball courts all over the world.
• New York
• California
• Oklahoma
• Taiwan
• China
• IndiaAnd this week, two more courts were opened in Stockholm, Sweden.
Great work @KDTrey5 & @richkleiman 👏 pic.twitter.com/RdJL8axwmX
— Joe Pompliano (@JoePompliano) June 27, 2023
The courts look beautiful and surely every hooper in Stockholm will be planning their pick-up games around their opening. Here’s what fans had to say about the funky new set-up and the Slim Reaper’s charitable cause.
Kevin Durant has a passion for making hoops accessible
KD has a legacy of furthering social causes. Through the Kevin Durant Foundation, the 34-year-old wants to provide an outlet for young people in precarious situations. Durant’s Foundation has built thirty basketball courts all over the world in the past seven years.
Along with fans, even JJ Watt, the former defensive end for the Cardinals and Texans congratulated Durant for the initiative!
love these projects. Such a cool and unique way to spread some good throughout the world.
Touché @KDTrey5
— JJ Watt (@JJWatt) June 27, 2023
Fans that have played at Durant’s stylish courts also chimed in to compliment the set-up.
East Village one is my fav – mural is unreal in person
keep up the meaningful work, gents!! ❤️
— RJ Kaminski (@RJKaminski) June 27, 2023
This user provided us with a history lesson! Did you know this about former NFL wide receiver Wes Welker and KD?
He started doing this with Wes Welker and playgrounds in Oklahoma.
— Brian (@fhbrian) June 27, 2023
This fan best summed up everyone’s feelings on the matter. Durant is trying to change lives through basketball.
That’s amazing. You do good, that good changes lives.
— Joe Black Wolf (@joeblackwolf17) June 28, 2023
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Despite his famous beefs and controversies, Durant remains humble. His desire to give back and the means by which he is doing so are truly astounding. While his on-court legacy is still being solidified as he plays, his off-court legacy can clearly be seen in the streets of New York, California, Oklahoma and Sweden.
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Several former and current players support non-charitable organizations. What are some of your favorite causes, tell us in the comments!