Kevin Durant Biography

The basketball world recognizes Kevin Durant as one of the top players of his time because of his remarkable scoring skills and his ability to play multiple positions while leading his teams in both games and philanthropic activities. The basketball world recognized Kevin Durant as a young talent since his early years. The University of Texas recognized his freshman year excellence by giving him National Player of the Year status before he entered the 2007 NBA Draft as the second overall selection by the Seattle SuperSonics.

Durant rapidly established himself as an NBA star who received Rookie of the Year recognition and became known as one of the league's top scorers. During his NBA career Durant played for four teams including the Seattle SuperSonics and its renamed Oklahoma City Thunder and then the Golden State Warriors followed by the Brooklyn Nets and Phoenix Suns. Durant won two NBA championships and two Finals MVP awards while being named Most Valuable Player in 2014 along with multiple All-Star and All-NBA team selections. The NBA ranks him as a top scorer in history while recognizing his clutch performance ability and elegant shooting style.

Durant has been the backbone of Team USA Basketball since he became an international player helping them win three Olympic gold medals and one FIBA World Championship. His scoring ability together with his leadership skills establish him as one of the most dependable performers in international competitions.

The off-court life of Durant includes both entrepreneurial and philanthropic activities. Through Thirty Five Ventures he established a media and investment company while he has made investments across tech startups and sports ventures and real estate development. Through his Kevin Durant Charity Foundation he works to improve the lives of at-risk youth by supporting education and providing athletic opportunities along with community resources.

His influence in the world reaches far beyond his athletic career. Through his role as a global sports ambassador he provides important leadership in the player empowerment movement while being recognized as a cultural icon whose influence spans sports business and fashion and social activism. Kevin Durant maintains a lasting impact on the court through his dedication and perseverance together with his competitive drive.

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