Kevin Durant discusses Warriors' reputation prior to his joining
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 4:02 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Kevin Durant recently stated that he perceived the Golden State Warriors as an underdog franchise before he joined them. In an interview, Durant mentioned that he did not have any personal relationships with the team and noted their history of limited success during his early career. Despite the Warriors' record-setting 73-9 regular season prior to his arrival, Durant's perspective was rooted in seeing the organization as a lesser powerhouse compared to teams like the Lakers or Knicks. His time with the Warriors resulted in back-to-back championships and two Finals MVP awards, yet Durant has not secured another title since leaving the team.
- •Durant viewed the Warriors as an underdog before joining.
- •He felt no prior connection to the franchise.
- •The Warriors had just completed a historic 73-9 season.
- •Durant won two championships and Finals MVPs with Golden State.
- •He has not won another title since leaving the Warriors.
- 4:02 PMYahoo Sports — Kevin Durant makes stunning statement about Warriors’ reputation before his arrival
"Kevin Durant revealed that he viewed the Warriors franchise as an underdog organization before joining the team despite its historic success.
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