I realized I could not fulfill my responsibilities to the team from both a time and energy standpoint. I need to take a step back and take some time away, both mentally and physically in order to prepare for the upcoming NBA season.
KEVIN DURANTMy friends are happy for me, and that’s all that matters.
More Kevin Durant Quotes
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This was an extremely difficult decision as I take great pride in representing our country. I know that I owe it to my USA Basketball teammates to be totally invested in the experience. After going through training camp with USAB.
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When people are used to you doing something, they want you to stay in that lane.
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I’ve just got to let my teammates know in practice, without even telling them, that I don’t think I’m ahead of anybody.
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I would describe my style as off the wall. I like stuff that doesn’t match. I just like to stand out.
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With a versatile player, there’s no spot on the court you can’t pass him the ball. You can do anything.
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I know what to keep to myself. I know what I want to give up.
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I’m an old-school type of guy.
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So many people doubted me. They motivated me every single day, to be, who I am.
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In this league, experience means a lot.
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Last but not least my family. My brother Tony, I love you. Thank you for beating me up when I was a kid. I always wanted to follow in your footsteps.
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I learned how to pass when I was real young. That’s one thing I always knew how to do was find the open man.
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You hear all these stories about, ‘There’s one in a million guys that make it to the NBA and stay there.’ To see people cheering for me and when they say my name, it’s just crazy. It’s still crazy to me.
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I just want to grow spiritually with the Lord.
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I’m not trying to be like what I thought an NBA player is supposed to be growing up.
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I go to sleep at night, like, ‘Am I gonna be alone forever?’
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