Kevin Durant Once Broke Down Talking About Separation From Russell Westbrook: “I Know You Guys Think I Forgot Russ. But I Could Speak All Night About Russell”

Published 01/25/2022, 7:45 AM EST

Kevin Durant has been open about his life from the beginning. He has talked about his love life, his game preferences, and what he thinks while playing. Also in the 2013-1014 MVP speech, he talked about some childhood memories and the most heated topic was former teammate Russell Westbrook. The NBA world was abuzz with stories about these players’ breakup. Durant’s departure from the Oklahoma City Thunder for the Golden State Warriors made headlines.

Over eight years, they played together. The duo was widely known in the NBA for its great scores and winning the top spots in matches. Durant’s decision caused the duo to be unable to play together, resulting in conflicts and a rift between the two.

During the speech, he explained his thoughts on his relationship with Westbrook and his famous duo. At that time, it was reported that they had not spoken for several months after Durant’s shift. The tension between them was evident whenever they did play against one another.

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Kevin Durant explained himself in his speech concerning the relationship he has with Russell Westbrook

Durant mentioned for the first time what he feels about their separation, especially after all those headlines issued around the world. In light of that, he said: “I know you guys think I forgot Russ. But I could speak all night about Russell. An emotional guy who will run through a wall for me and I won’t take it for granted. I want to just talk with you and tell you to snap out of it sometimes, but like I know these days you want to do the same thing with me. I love you man I love you.”

As far as their relationship is concerned, it has improved over time. During a pre-season match back in 2020 between the Brooklyn Nets and Washington Wizards. The players were seen shaking hands and hugging at the Courtside. The moment was emotional for many fans who had always supported the duo.

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There was always a heat between the players at the beginning. In fact, between games, they often exchanged words. However, both players have switched teams in the course of time. The grudges they held in the past have now seemed insignificant with time.

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Anshika Rai is an NBA writer at EssentiallySports. She is currently pursuing her bachelor's degree in journalism and mass communication. Anshika has been following NBA for many years now.

Kevin Durant Once Broke Down Talking About Separation From Russell Westbrook: “I Know You Guys Think I Forgot Russ. But I Could Speak All Night About Russell”

Kevin Durant explained himself in his speech concerning the relationship he has with Russell Westbrook

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