?Just Shut Up and Dribble, Man?: Kevin Durant Gets Criticized by Former NBA Champion Echoing Infamous Quote Used Against LeBron James

Massive drama ensued between Kevin Durant and the Brooklyn Nets to kick off the off-season. His surprise trade request put the franchise in a back peddle. After creating an impossible scenario for a trade, the Slim Reaper finally agreed to hold talks with the Nets. However, that went south for Brooklyn as KD did the unimaginable. And now, he is getting the same criticism as his rival, LeBron James.

Showing no support for the coaching choices, Durant sent an ultimatum. He left Joe Tsai a choice to choose between Steve Nash and him. This news shattered the internet. Players and analysts alike were of mixed opinions as the 12-time All-Star made a solid case to defend himself and his wish to be traded.

While the situation has now cooled down, some players openly called him out. And recently, a champion with the Boston Celtics, Scot Pollard had a stern response to Durant’s then-ultimatum.

Kevin Durant blasted the same way as LeBron James

Pollard spent 11 years in the NBA before hanging up his sneakers. Notably, he was a part of the iconic 2008 Boston Celtics who beat Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers to capture a record 17th title in franchise history. On getting to know the outcomes of Durant’s surprising meeting with the Brooklyn Nets, Pollard was furious. Likewise, using Durant’s massive $194 million extension with the Nets, the former NBA champion was not impressed with KD.

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His words resonated with the same criticism given to LeBron James for his political stance on then US President Donald Trump. Pollard said: “I heard that he said he wanted to fire the GM and the coach and it?s like you just got a hundred and ninety million or whatever. Just sorry, shut up and dribble, man.?

Durant and the Nets resembled oil and water at one point. However, they have somehow managed to find their way back on the same page. Notably, Kevin Durant sat down with the head coach, Steve Nash in a meeting. As the end result, the former MVP has his eyes set on the next season as a part of the Nets.

With Durant’s foot planted in the city, the franchise now has its attention on its new Big 3. Notably, the biggest question for the Brooklyn Nets remains to be Ben Simmons’ production. The former All-Star guard didn’t play a single season last game due to back injuries. However, the All-Defensive member has now recovered and is eager to get back on the court.

On the other hand, this could be the last chapter for one of the most lethal offensive duos, Kyrie Irving and KD. With the Lakers rumors going silent, KAI has opted in for his last season. Both the decorated scorers have a lot to prove this coming season. With many doubters dictating their legacy, a championship would undoubtedly be the perfect reply.

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