Kevin Durant seems to be enjoying his offseason after a hectic 2024 Paris Olympics with his nation, Team USA. Notably, Durant has attended different podcasts and events before the start of the new NBA season. In addition, Durant caught the attention of the NBA community for his recent statements regarding Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic.
It’s important to note that Durant has always been a huge admirer of Doncic. He has also publicly praised him for his gameplay. That said, Doncic has been one of the main players for the Mavs over the past few years. This past 2023-24 NBA season, Doncic was the team’s highest scorer and led the Dallas Mavericks to the NBA finals.
These are top-notch numbers by the Mavs star. Also, Durant added Doncic in his ‘perfect starting five’, showcasing his admiration and respect for the Mavs star. However, both stars will now completely focus on the 203-24 NBA season with their sides. It will be interesting to watch the 2024-25 NBA season, as many teams have added some much-needed firepower to their sides.
Kevin Durant once said Luka Doncic ‘has mastered the game’
Superstar Luka Doncic of the Dallas Mavericks has already received four selections to the All-NBA First Team, but he still keeps improving. Many NBA stars have had high praise for Doncic throughout the 2023-24 NBA season.
Phoenix Suns star man Kevin Durant is one of them. Durant opened up on Doncic’s game in particular and praised the star for his gameplay and mentality.
He’s advanced, bright, brilliant basketball mind that could almost manipulate everything out there on the court, The IQ is just through the roof. I mean, at that age, 23, 24? I feel like he’s mastered the game.
Kevin Durant via Suns vs. Mavs post-game interview
This is one of the best compliments Doncic could have ever asked for. Durant, who has now faced Doncic in 13 games, said that the player “pretty much dictates everything” on offense, making it difficult to put him in difficult circumstances in an attempt to limit him.
Both the Suns and the Mavericks remain on the hunt for title glory in the Western Conference. As such, one can look forward to them facing off against each other.
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