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“2K a Joke”: A 2 Year Old Frustrated Kevin Durant’s Rant Riles Up Fans Against $700 Million Game Franchise

Published 08/10/2023, 9:11 AM EDT

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NBA 2K24 will soon be released. And fans have already seen some of their favorite players in the game with its first look. However, the initial elation swiftly gave way to disappointment when the stars’ released graphics faced harsh criticism for their quality.

The criticism gained further momentum when fans found an old clip of Kevin Durant expressing his displeasure with the game. In a recently surfaced video, Durant criticized the game in a passionate rant. Fans responded favorably to his message, echoing his feelings and supporting him.

Old Kevin Durant rant resurfaces

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With the release of NBA 2k coming up soon, the game has been a hot topic of discussion among NBA fans and gamers alike. And Kevin Durant has received much attention about the same. Durant, who has regularly demonstrated his superiority on the court over the previous decade, has yet to achieve the elusive 99 overall rating in the well-known video game title. In a video that has resurfaced online from two years before, the impassioned athlete went on a rant about the same.

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He said, “I work extremely hard. I can make shots from all over the floor,” Durant said. “I’m a solid passer. I think I’m a great passer, a great rebounder. I pretty much do everything great. That’s why I should be a 99.”

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Surprisingly, Durant’s rating on 2k has remained consistent throughout these years.

Meanwhile, this post gained traction on Instagram.

NBA fans react to Kevin Durant’s rant

Kevin Durant received unwavering support from the NBA community and video game enthusiasts alike in his quest for a perfect 99 overall rating in NBA 2K. Fans have come together to echo his fervent plea as it has resurfaced on the internet, sparking a lively discussion regarding player ratings.

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A fan wrote, “It’s crazy how they’ve never made him 99, even after the scoring titles and the finals mvp 2k a joke.”

A flurry of comments came in, supporting the same sentiment: “He should be a 99 tbh, he shouldn’t be this good coming off an Achilles injury and playing like a top 5 player in the world at age 35,he deserves a 99.” A fan pointed out his highest ranking: “KD’s highest overall was a 97 in 2k19.”

Another fan wrote how he should have had 99 when he played for the Warriors. “To be fair when won the MVP award and was the GSW he should’ve been 99.” 

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Ranjitha Ramesh

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Ranjitha Ramesh is an NBA writer at EssentiallySports. With a degree in Journalism and Mass Communication, Ranjitha has a strong foundation in reporting and writing. Her passion for basketball, particularly the Lakers and LeBron James, fuels her desire to delve into the lifestyle and off-court activities of NBA stars.
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