In recent years, many great players have left a significant legacy in the NBA. To name a few, the most famous due to their level of play and the number of titles won are: LeBron James And Stephen Curry. However, Kevin DurantThe name of might just be one of the best of recent times. It was James who recently sent a clear message regarding the Phoenix Suns star.
Their rivalry has given rise to countless high-level confrontations in recent times. James, with the Lakers, Miami or Cleveland, and Durant, representing the Thunder, the Warriors, the Nets or now the Suns, have faced each other on numerous occasions, always giving their best on the court.
To the delight of basketball fans, these two great players had the chance to play together on the same team (with Stephen Curry (they will also join them) at the recent Paris 2024 Olympics, where they won the gold medal.
Although they are in the final stages of their careers, Both LeBron and KD managed to show an elite level of play throughout the tournament.t, often joined by the usual efficiency we expect from Steph Curry.
LeBron James #6 and Kevin Durant #7 of Team USA celebrate after a basket during a Men’s Basketball Semifinal game between Team USA and Team Serbia on day thirteen of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games at Bercy Arena on August 8, 2024 in Paris, France.
Indeed, King LeBron took a shower Kevin Durant with praise following his performance at the Olympics, leading the Lakers star to develop immense respect for KD.
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LeBron and his message about Kevin Durant
After winning gold in Paris, where Team USA took first place for the fifth consecutive time, LeBron James made a powerful statement about sharing the roster with Kevin Durant.
In an interview with Sam Amick of The AthleticThe Los Angeles Lakers star said: “KD?” James replied. “KD is one of the greatest of all time. That’s not even a question. I mean, just look at his frame, look at his talent. He’s one of the best basketball players we’ve ever seen play the game of basketball.”
Kevin Durant #35 of the Phoenix Suns and LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers embrace after the Lakers defeated the Suns, 100-95, at Crypto.com Arena on October 26, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. Durant scored a game-high 39 points.
The Future of LeBron James and Team USA
While many of the players who won gold at Paris 2024 are approaching the final stages of their careers, there are plenty of teammates like Jayson Tatum, Anthony Edwards or Joel Embiid who can continue the legacy.
That’s why LeBron James hopes this 2024 series can “inspire people,” given the aging of the stars on that list.
