Kevin Durant aims for role in Team USA basketball management
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 4:59 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant shared his ambition to play a significant role with Team USA, expressing a desire to help select the roster for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. Durant, who already holds four Olympic gold medals, wants to become the team's general manager in the future. Currently, Grant Hill serves as the managing director, but Durant's extensive experience and success could position him for this role. As he approaches 38, Durant remains committed to contributing to USA Basketball and its future endeavors.
- •Durant aims to represent Team USA in the 2028 Olympics.
- •He seeks a role as the general manager of Team USA basketball.
- •Durant has won four Olympic gold medals, a record for American men.
- •Grant Hill currently holds the managing director position.
- •Durant continues to impact USA Basketball despite nearing 38 years old.
- 4:59 PMYahoo Sports — Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant eyes new role with Team USA
"Houston Rockets forward Kevin Durant recently revealed one of his goals: to help Team USA select their roster for future Olympic Games.
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