2023-10-24 12:55:11
Kevin Durant.Image source: Dazhi Image
The NBA 2023-24 season officially starts tomorrow. The Suns will challenge the Warriors as a guest. This will be the first time Kevin Durant returns to the Warriors’ home court with spectators after 4 years of leaving the Bay Area. Durant said in an interview today that he will not care about the fans. He was greeted with cheers and boos, and he would leave some time to recall his playing career in the Bay Area. He even said that the Warriors should retire his No. 35 jersey.
In 2019, Durant was injured and moved to the Nets, and in mid-February 2021, he wore a Nets jersey to play against the Warriors. However, the COVID-19 epidemic restricted the entry of fans at the time. After moving to the Suns last season, he missed the game against the Warriors again due to injury. Durant is mentally prepared to return to the Chase Bank Center after four years.
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“There’s no doubt that Bay Area fans are unique, so I know they’re going to show love, but honestly, I’m not expecting anything extra. I don’t expect anything more from people, not to cheer me or boo me. Me. I just play my game, and I also take a moment to reflect on my career there, just like I did when I returned to the Thunder and Nets, places that mean a lot to me.”
Regarding Warriors owner Joe Lacob saying that as long as he does not sell the Warriors, the No. 35 jersey will not be worn by anyone else, Durant believes, “He should do this, look at my resume, that will ensure that my jersey will be retired.” , right? Of course I’m looking forward to seeing it happen, I had a great time there and I really enjoyed it there and people shouldn’t doubt that just because I left.”
The Warriors will definitely play a video to pay tribute to Durant in tomorrow’s opening game. Warriors coach Steve Kerr also said, “Every fan understands how important Kevin is to this team. I have no doubt that the fans in the audience will applaud him. He will always be remembered.” People remember it because KD played a huge role in us winning two championships.”
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