“Don’t Walk Around.. Trumpeting Your Greatness”: 2x NBA Champ Kevin Durant Receives Honest Advice From ex-Suns Executive

In the run-up to the new NBA season, Kevin Durant got a wakeup call. The 7-feet modest superstar was reminded of his true worth. But while his greatness remains undisputed, fans know the Slim Reaper wasn’t always at the pinnacle of success despite his immense potential.

KD was drafted as the second overall pick by the Seattle SuperSonics in 2007 (now the Oklahoma City Thunder). Even after rising to the elite group, he was touted as No.2 behind LeBron James for numerous years. Apart from his big potential, his humble personality often fuel discussions. 

Ex-Phoenix Suns executive gives Kevin Durant a wake-up call

In a recent episode of Oddball with Amin Elhassan and Charlotte Wilder, the duo brought up one of Kevin Durant’s recent comments. Responding to a fan’s remark on a Bleacher Report post, KD wrote, “I’m not that interesting for a doc, I ain’t even joking this time.”

In the episode, Amin took it upon himself to celebrate KD. Immediately addressing Durant’s personality, Amin expressed, “KD, I appreciate your humility. It is one of the great factors that people love about you. You don’t walk around trumpeting your greatness. You’re comfortable within your own skin. You just want to play basketball.” Furthermore, the former Suns executive went on to deliver a nearly 90-second impromptu speech, showering Kevin Durant with appreciation.

Kevin Durant, aside from having one of the most unique player profiles, has rightfully earned his place at the top of the NBA. He boasts two NBA championships and has been named Finals MVP twice. In addition to his 2014 MVP award, he has claimed multiple All-Star MVP titles.

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Staying true to his scoring prowess, KD holds the title of the leading scorer in Team USA’s Olympic basketball history.

Durant’s mom is the true hero of his story

Kevin Durant and his mother faced adversity in their early years. With her husband absent, Wanda found herself effectively a single mother of two by the age of 21, with some maturing left to do. The family endured the challenges of constantly moving from one apartment to another. Furthermore, Kevin’s towering stature set him apart from his peers, making him the target of bullying at times. 

Amidst the hardships, KD’s mother provided him unwavering love and support. His journey to success however required immense dedication and hard work. For six consecutive years, Durant dedicated eight hours a day to basketball. All while juggling schoolwork and playing for his school teams. Yet, it wasn’t just hard work that shaped him into the man he is today.

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In 2014, Durant was honored with the NBA’s Most Valuable Player award. During the event, he delivered a heartfelt acceptance speech that paid tribute to his mother’s pivotal role in his success. In a touching moment, Durant declared his mother “the real MVP.”