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Giannis Antetokounmpo discusses career longevity and compares to Kevin Durant

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Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Giannis Antetokounmpo discusses career longevity and compares to Kevin Durant
Summary

Giannis Antetokounmpo, now with the Miami Heat, expressed confidence in his career longevity during the preseason. He compared his situation to Kevin Durant, citing that at 31, he does not feel the need to slow down. Antetokounmpo highlighted a shift in his playing style, emphasizing the need for strategic energy management. In his preseason debut against the Toronto Raptors, he scored nine points and recorded seven assists in just 14 minutes. The Heat look to build on his contributions as they aim for a strong season under Coach Erik Spoelstra.

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By the Numbers
  • •Antetokounmpo feels he has five to six productive years left.
  • •He finished his preseason debut with nine points and seven assists.
  • •The Heat are expected to contend for the Eastern Conference title.
  • •Antetokounmpo aims to align his career trajectory with Durant's longevity.
  • •Coach Spoelstra's system may redefine Antetokounmpo's role on the team.
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  • 2:26 PMYahoo Sports — Heat's Giannis Antetokounmpo drops bold career longevity claim & Kevin Durant comparison
What they're saying
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Giannis Antetokounmpo knows that he is in for a long NBA career and the Heat star even compared himself to Rockets' Kevin Durant.

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