In a shocking decision, USA Basketball head coach Steve Kerr has revealed that Kevin Durant will not start for the rest of the Paris Olympics. Despite being a two-time Finals MVP, Durant will come off the bench for the remainder of the tournament.
This decision comes after Kevin Durant returned from injury and played a crucial role in Team USA’s victories. However, Kerr believes that this move will benefit the team’s overall performance.
If Kevin had been here from Day 1, chances are he’d be starting. That was the plan coming in. But given that he missed all of our friendlies and came in late, we had kind of established a lineup that we liked… So there’s no plans on changing that. But, of course, as the Games get more difficult my guess is Kevin will be playing more and more minutes. He’ll keep coming off the bench for now, but we will lean on him more and more as we go. Coach Steve Kerr told reporters
Durant has expressed his willingness to adapt to this new role, showcasing his commitment to the team’s success. His experience playing under Steve Kerr with the Golden State Warriors has likely contributed to his trust in the coach’s decision-making.
Kerr’s bold move has sparked interest and debate among basketball fans, with many wondering how this will impact Team USA’s chances of winning gold at the Paris Olympics.
Lisa Leslie congratulates Kevin Durant on breaking her USA basketball Olympics scoring record
Women’s basketball legend Lisa Leslie is graciously congratulating Kevin Durant on breaking her USA basketball Olympics scoring record, even before it happens. Durant is just six points away from surpassing Leslie’s mark, and she acknowledged the inevitable feat on social media.
Leslie, a four-time gold medalist, expressed her admiration for Durant, calling him “The Slim Reaper” and one of her all-time favorites. Her record may be falling, but Leslie’s impressive career accolades remain, including two WNBA championships, three MVP awards, and a retired jersey by the Los Angeles Sparks and USC.
Well let me start to congratulate as he gets ready to break one of my Olympic records! The Slim Reaper!! One of my all time favorites! Lisa Leslie on X
Well let me start to congradulate @KDTrey5 as he gets ready to break one of my
Olympic records! The Slim Reaper!! One of my all time favorites! https://t.co/pdKr2SUz3a— Lisa Leslie (@LisaLeslie) August 3, 2024
Leslie’s recognition of Durant’s achievement also brings attention to her achievements, which are often overlooked. She was the first player to dunk in a WNBA game and has her jersey retired by two organizations. As Durant takes the top spot, Leslie’s name will remain in the record books, a testament to her enduring legacy in women’s basketball.
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