Kevin Durant the NBA superstar unfiltered about his basketball journey, dealing with criticisms, new chapter in Houston, career choices, teammates he respects, Kobe bond, social media use, family ties, business advice and life after hoops

Oct 28, 2025

Kevin Durant, one of the NBA's greatest scorers and a multi-time champion, opens up about his basketball journey and life beyond the court. He candidly discusses overcoming injuries and the pressures of public scrutiny. Durant shares insights on his bond with teammates like Anthony Edwards and the influence of Kobe Bryant. He emphasizes the importance of loyalty, community involvement, and his entrepreneurial ventures, including Boardroom. With an unfiltered approach, Durant reflects on the emotional highs of basketball and what truly drives him to play.

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INSIGHT

Authenticity Builds Deeper Connection

Kevin Durant prioritizes authenticity because it connects deeply with aspiring players and fans.
He updates people as he grows to show the real process of becoming a professional.

INSIGHT

Reaction Shapes Public Persona

KD says his personality didn't change as much as people's reactions to him did.
He now responds more honestly instead of staying scripted to avoid ruffling feathers.

ANECDOTE

Front Porch To Pro

KD describes growing up in Seat Pleasant, PG County and finding basketball on the front porch.
He credits the thriving Black community and local role models for inspiring his journey.

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“If you are questioning what I’m doing, then why not get it from the source?”

When you've consistently done the work to be one of the best, it's not just the on court respect and praise that is earned, it's how your voice resonates beyond the game and no better example of this than Kevin Durant.

In this powerful and candid conversation, NBA superstar Kevin Durant sits down with Ryan Clark, Channing Crowder, and Fred Taylor to open up like never before. From his early days in Prince George’s County to becoming one of the most dynamic scorers in NBA history, KD reflects on his journey through every team he’s played for — the Thunder, Warriors, Nets, and Suns — and what each chapter taught him about loyalty, leadership, and growth.

He opens up about overcoming devastating injuries, finding balance off the court, and the evolution of his mindset through success, criticism, and reinvention. He doesn't shy away from the questions surrounding his choices, his direct demeanor on social media and describes how he sees his iconic career vs. how it's viewed by the world. Revealing the darkness he experienced from his injuries to rediscovering the light from his time away from the game, KD's love and appreciation for the camaraderie, the intense competition and the high demands of the sport.

He shares how special Olympic moments have been, how winning a championship doesn't define his legacy and lets us in on his bond with players around the NBA, especially Anthony Edwards, who he sees a lot of himself in and compares their relationship to a similar one he shared with the late Kobe Bryant.

Durant also talks deeply about family, sharing heartfelt stories about the impact of his mother, Wanda, and his relationship with his father, Wayne, and how thier love and lessons shaped the man he is today. The conversation turns to business and life beyond basketball — from his ventures in media and tech with Boardroom to his vision for empowering the next generation of athletes and creators. And of course, KD keeps it real about being a lifelong Washington Commanders fan — the highs, lows, and that unwavering DMV pride.

It’s vintage Durant: honest, thoughtful, competitive, and always evolving. Don't forget to hit the subscribe button, like and comment- we love hearing from you Pivot family!

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