“Heavy Is the Head That Wears the Crown”: NBA World Erupts as Kevin Durant Breaks Silence on Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant Comparison
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NEW YORK, NY – JULY 24: Professional basketball player Kevin Durant speaks to students during the KD Build It and They Will Ball court ceremony on July 24, 2017 in New York City. (Photo by Cindy Ord/Getty Images for Kevin Durant Charity Foundation)
Heavy is the head that wears the crown. There are some debates that will never end. One of them has to be, who is the greatest basketball player, Kobe Bryant or Michael Jordan? Famous for his disputes with the NBA community on Twitter, Kevin Durant once again came into the spotlight. Recently, the Brooklyn forward found his way into the comparison of the legends.
On the court, Kevin Durant gave the fans some of the greatest playoff memories. No one can forget his 50-point explosion against the Clippers in the 2019 playoffs But off the court, he is known to give controversial remarks on Twitter. He can be seen several times quoting himself as “A God” on social media. Due to this, he has faced a lot of backlash from the audience.
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TA podcast named ‘Pick a Side‘ had a furious yet hilarious debate on “Is Kevin Durant legendary?” They started talking about numbers and the performance of KD but it soon turned into a screaming show. KD didn’t take long to respond by saying, “Can’t ask mediocre people about legendary activities.”
Netizens blasted Kevin Durant for his remarks on Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant
A series of remarks were made shortly following his tweet. One of the users said, “Legends don’t have to tell everyone they’re a legend.” On to which KD replied, ” Well, stop questioning me.” Then a user commented, “They talk like KD is just some all star player but keep him on MJ and Kobe standards.” In no time KD replied, “I be confused too.”
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Mar 29, 2022; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant (7) reacts during the third quarter against the Detroit Pistons at Barclays Center. The Nets defeated the Pistons 130-123. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
The world has still got a debate to settle on who is the best between Kobe and MJ. And, according to the rules of the internet, if someone put themselves into the comparison, like in the case of KD, it is bound to create an avalanche of criticizing comments. When it comes to their favorite icon, the netizens show no mercy.
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If you didnt cry to Golden State youd be another Carmelo Anthony
— LBJ (@BronsBurnerrr) October 3, 2022
Heavy is the head that wears the crown 🤷🏾♂️
— Mike K 🇰🇪 (@_ImClutch) October 3, 2022
MJ and Kobe standards? More like Scottie and Pau standards. KD's only been the second option on a championship team. He's never been THE GUY.
— Go Hawks (@LobSeahawks12) October 3, 2022
Lebron owns you
— 𝒹𝓊𝓁🌵💫 (@onlybronn) October 3, 2022
all good KD. They praise Steph for teaming up wit you but kill you for going to oakland.. they just pushing they narrative
— Dan Uggla (@Danuggladagoat) October 3, 2022
My whole thing is Lebron join two other stars and lost in the finals imagine Kd doing that and what they would say. What gets me even more is they they say Bron was the best on that Miami team but guess what Kd was the on the GS team
— Magz Keezy (@MAGzKeezy) October 3, 2022
it’s common knowledge that the warriors saved your legacy, who are you trying to fool💀💀💀
— SAGE (@MasterSage_) October 3, 2022
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Yet another controversial chapter added to KD’s life. Undoubtedly the 2-time Finals MVP is one of the best in the game. The way he reads the game is exceptional. However, the legacy established by Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan requires a lot from anyone who wants to compete with them.
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Ankit Sharma