by: Cole RileyKevin Durant is an anomaly. He stands 6’ 9,” but is too thin to play small forward. He’s 230 pounds, yet too big to play shooting guard. And he’s 21 years old, and is already an established superstar in this league.
At the University of Texas, Durant soared far and above any expectations and the competition. He racked up statistics, awards, and records in his first, and only year of collegiate basketball. Durant was a 1st Team All-American and the Division I Player of the Year as a freshman. Knowing that he could succeed at the next level, Durant declared for the 2007 NBA Draft, where he was selected with the second overall pick by the team formerly known as the Seattle Supersonics, the Oklahoma City Thunder. (Yes, that was a Prince reference).
Now that we’re done with the quick synopsis of Kevin Durant, it’s time for the analysis. Durant is a free-shooting, lengthy swing-man that can take on most 2’s and 3’s in the league. He’s a leader for that young Thunder club, even though he’s only 21. Underrated defense, the ability to hit the big shot, and his amazing quicks make Durant one of the best players in the league - yes, rivaling Kobe, LeBron, and Wade.
Ten games into this 2009-2010 campaign, he is averaging a cool 28 ppg and 7.4 rpg, as well as leading the Thunder to big wins over San Antonio, Orlando, and Detroit. From a one-and-done 19-year-old, to one of the best players in the league, Durant has impressed fans and players alike, and it’s going to be fun watching his career blossom over the next few years - seasons that will probably be highlighted by MVP trophies.
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