Kevin Durant had a busy night tonight. First, he led the Suns to a hard-fought victory against the Pistons. Then, right after dropping 36 points on his opponents, KD was ready to support his hometown team of the Washington Commanders as they took on Devin Booker’s favorite, Detroit Lions, in an epic playoff battle. And as a $3220 wager engaged the two stars, The Slim Reaper brought out all his sides, with public messages to Jahmyr Gibbs and LiAngelo Ball.
As expected, Durant headed straight to Ford Field following the Suns game and even shared a video of the packed stadium on his Instagram story. Surprisingly, the clip showed the Ball brother performing his latest hit ‘Tweaker’ during the timeout. And KD seemed to be in a jovial mood as he imparted a motivational message for the rapper, “Talk to em @gelo.”
However, the world also saw a different side of KD when Jahmyr Gibbs copied the two-time champion’s signature pregame tunnel routine after scoring a touchdown against his favorite team.
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An agitated Durant immediately called out the Lions star on social media, “I’m already sick of @Jahmyr_Gibbs1. Move around somewhere bro damn.”
I’m already sick of @Jahmyr_Gibbs1. Move around somewhere bro damn https://t.co/wDnaHmCJ0d
— Kevin Durant (@KDTrey5) January 19, 2025
Obviously, Durant is not someone to shy away from online confrontations, and he proved it once again by calling out Gibbs while at the stadium. Well, it’s understandable why KD was not pleased to see the Lions score a touchdown because he has a bet in place with teammate Devin Booker. Yes, an NBA per diem wager, means each player has $161 on the line for every day they are on this road trip. And that amounts to a $3220 cash out for ten days. So, both stars are rooting for their favorite NFL team to come out on top. Moreover, this is a first-of-its-kind experience for KD.
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Kevin Durant makes shocking confession about NFL playoffs ahead of attending Commanders vs Lions
Of course, Durant was hyped about attending tonight’s NFL game. And he even made a shocking confession before heading to the stadium, “Yeah, I’m excited. I’m excited to watch playoff football. I don’t think I’ve ever been to a playoff game.” Yes, although Durantula is a huge football fan, he has always been too busy during this time of the year to attend a playoff game live.
However, the timing was right tonight because the Suns were already in Detroit to play the Pistons, “My team. Stadium I’ve never been to before too. I heard that’s the loudest stadium in the league right now. So, I’m looking forward to that man.” As expected, KD kept his competitive spirit alive amid the ongoing wager with Book and claimed that they would not sit together while their favorite teams go head-to-head, “Not sitting next to that man with that blue on.”
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Sure, this rivalry is only limited to the football stadium and once they suit up for the Suns again, things will go back to normal. But it’s great to see this side of Durant, fully immersed in the football world. Do you agree?
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