“I want to see Kevin Durant back as himself” Steve Kerr

“I want to see Kevin Durant back as himself” Steve Kerr

Kevin Durant and Steve Kerr

Kevin Durant played under Steve Kerr from 2016-2019 for Golden State Warriors

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr talks about his former marquee player Kevin Durant. The former wants to see Durant in the best shape possible as Brooklyn Nets face the Warriors in their opening clash in the regular season. Durant was a part of the Dubs till 2019, where he went to the Nest and was side-lined was the entire season due to his injury. He went onto play 3 NBA Finals with the Nets. 

This would be the first time when Durant plays against the Warriors after leaving them. Steve Kerr spoke to NBA tv about the new season and what he plans to do. Kerr emphasized that he will rely heavily on their playmaking ability. 

Kerr did mention that he loves the new additions, but their play will be run by new players. “I’ve been really impressed with the guys that we picked up, just watching them on tape. Oubre and Wiggins proved to be a really good passer for us last year. Kent Bazemore can make a play. I think you’re going to see a similar style in terms of the ball movement and the pace and spacing.” 

“We owe everything to Kevin” Steve Kerr 

When asked about Kevin Durant, Kerr noted that he wants to see him healthy again, and talked about Durant’s time with the Warriors. “First thing I want to see is Kevin healthy and back to being himself again. What he brought to us in his three seasons here was just incredible. Probably the most gifted offensive talent I’ve ever been around, I’ve ever seen in this league. And he was great to coach.” 

Kerr remarked, “And he helped us bring two championships so we owe everything to Kevin and obviously wish him well in his next endeavor with the Nets. But the biggest thing is I just want to see him healthy. I want to see him out there playing and enjoying himself again.” 

It will be interesting to see how Durant receives his former teammate for the opening night game. He will be eager to prove to them that they needed him more than he needed them. 

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