Kevin Durant discusses global reach of basketball
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 9:27 AM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Kevin Durant emphasized the global nature of basketball during a recent interview. He highlighted that players from around the world have been entering the league since the 1980s, marking a natural evolution in the sport. Durant's comments come amid ongoing discussions about the increasing influence of international players in the NBA. This reflects the growing diversity and expansion of the game on a worldwide scale.
- •Durant spoke about basketball's global appeal.
- •He noted international players have been joining the league since the 1980s.
- •His comments indicate ongoing evolution within the NBA.
- •The discussion highlights the increasing diversity in the sport.
- 9:27 AMYahoo Sports — "Our game is global. We play basketball all around the …
""Our game is global. We play basketball all around the …
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